"Assistant Professor of Elementary Education (Tenure-Track)"

Assistant Professor of Elementary Education (Tenure-Track)

Until Filled (EST)

Fort Valley, GA, USA

Full Time

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Elementary Education (Tenure-Track).

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

The College of Education & Professional Studies at Fort Valley State University invites applications for the Elementary/Special Education Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Educator Preparation Program. This position will commence as early as negotiated.

We are seeking an experienced educator whose experience and research reflects engagement with young children and those identified with having disabilities as well as those who are English Language Learners. Preferred areas of interest might focus on specific reading difficulties, literacy development, bilingual education, early childhood special education, diversity or reducing risk for disabilities. Areas of interests may also include writing acquisition, assessment, and instruction for students with learning disabilities and students from underserved communities.

This position will require teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advising, and the supervision of placements. A background and certification in early childhood/elementary education or Special Education is preferred. The selected candidate is expected to serve on various departmental, college, and university-level committees as well as engage in research and service activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary job duties and responsibilities include:

• Teach undergraduate /graduate courses in Elementary/Special Education.
• Supervise student teachers and practicum candidates.
• Serve on departmental, college, and institutional committees.
• Engage in scholarly activities, attend and present at professional conferences, and perform service projects.
• Work collaboratively with P-12 school communities.
• Prepare accreditation and program reports, as needed.
• Review and plan curricula.
• Attend university functions and meetings.
• Complete other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate Degree in Elementary or Special Education.
• Experience with teaching in a traditional classroom setting.
• Experience with teaching young children.
• Documented ability to teach, advise, and supervise field-based programs.
• Documented ability to infuse technology in teaching.
• Documented ability to foster relationships with colleagues and students.
• Documented ability of written and verbal communication skills.
• Documented ability of data disaggregation and analysis.
• Documented ability to use data from assessments to gauge instruction and planning.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of state and federal financial reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of Board of Regents business policies.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines.
• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and high efficiency in job-related software programs.
• Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
• Skill in organization and project management.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Working conditions include visiting placement sites, attending workshops, and other instructional travel
• Teach 12-15 credit hours of courses in classroom and maintain office hours (a minimum of 10 hours).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct