"Assistant Professor - Teacher Education (Elementary Education)"

Job ID 272398

Location

Valdosta State University

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

About Us

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Blazer Creed

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

Job Summary

The Department of Teacher Education seeks applicants for a tenure track faculty position beginning August 1, 2024.  The selected candidate will be responsible teaching courses in the candidate's area of expertise, maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.

The Department of Teacher Education is comprised of 25 faculty with 19 initial teacher, advanced teacher, and service degree programs. The department supports students at all levels of their career pathways and is a partner with schools and programs throughout the South Georgia region. The Dewar College of Education and Human Services prepares professionals for multiple roles in educational, business, and community settings. The College is home to five departments (Leadership, Technology, and Workforce Development, Teacher Education, Human Services, Communication Sciences and Disorders, and Library and Information Studies). The Dewar College of Education and Human Services is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) and is an American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) award-winning institution. In addition, several of the college programs are accredited or national recognized by their specialized professional organization. 

Review of completed applications will begin June 20, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. For more information contact Dr. Deborah Paine, Department Head, by email dgpaine@valdosta.edu or phone 229-333-5611.

Responsibilities

Department Summary

Teaching up to 12 credit hours (fall and spring) of undergraduate and graduate level courses in the department in a variety of modalities to include on campus and online (synchronous and/or asynchronous); supervising field experience and clinical practice; fostering relationships with teachers and administrators across the state; supporting schools within the region; mentoring candidates of different cultures and backgrounds; scholarly productivity; participating in service activities at the department, college, and university levels; serve as the program coordinator for the Masters of Art of Teaching in Elementary Education.Teaching up to 12 credit hours (fall and spring) of undergraduate and graduate level courses in the department in a variety of modalities to include on campus and online (synchronous and/or asynchronous); supervising field experience and clinical practice; fostering relationships with teachers and administrators across the state; supporting schools within the region; mentoring candidates of different cultures and backgrounds; scholarly productivity; participating in service activities at the department, college, and university levels; serve as the program coordinator for the Masters of Art of Teaching in Elementary Education.

Typical Allocation of Duties

Teaching and scholarship - 80%

Teaches classes and conducts/presents research in the employee's academic discipline.

Service - 20%

Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Elementary Education or a closely related field;
• Elementary Education teaching experience in the US;
• Experience with online/distance education;
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• A record of effective teaching appropriate to the applicant¿s career stage;
• Experience with program management/coordination;
• Successful college-level teaching in elementary courses;
• Experience teaching in graduate programs;
• Expertise in the use of technology for teaching and learning;
• Knowledge of data-informed and research-based practices;
• Experience in student recruitment, retention, and success;
• Interest and willingness to contribute to fostering and maintaining partnerships with public schools and districts;
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting;
• A record of mentoring students. 

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

USG Core Values

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.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Applicant Requirements & Conditions of Employment

Applicants are required to provide:

• professional references with current contact information
• documentation of academic credentials
• employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to:

• ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment,
• view social media outlets, and
• remove job postings without additional notification.

Employment is contingent upon:

• successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check
• reference checks  

Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position:

• satisfactory credit check
• successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• pre-employment drug testing
• confirmation of credentials

 After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training:

• New employee orientation
• VSU¿s Annual Compliance Training:USG Ethics Policy
• Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy
• Drug Free Workplace
• Sexual Misconduct and Title IX
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Motor Vehicle Policy
• Workers Compensation (new hires)
• Georgia Open Records Act (new hires)
• USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly)Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker¿s Compensation, Budget Manger training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.

Background Check

• Standard

Accommodations

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