"Temporary Faculty Elementary Education"

Job Description

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs.

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Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Department Information

The Department of Elementary and Special Education in the College of Education offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. Undergraduate degrees are in Elementary Education, Special Education, or Dual Certification in both. Our graduate online programs, including M.A.T. and M.Ed. degrees, are offered in Curriculum and Instruction - Accomplished Teaching, Elementary Education, and Special Education.

Job Summary

The Department of Elementary and Special Education is now accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty positions to support undergraduate and graduate programs in Elementary Education (P-5) for the 2024–2025 academic year. In-person field supervision will occur within a 70-mile radius of Hinesville, Savannah, or Statesboro campuses. These positions are on an as-needed, semester-by-semester basis.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, including field-supervision, based on appropriate credentials. Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Instructional Leadership, or Educational Leadership (P-5) by August 1, 2025. Minimum of three years of full-time teaching experience in U.S. public school settings teaching students in grades P-5.

Preferred Qualifications

Earned terminal degree (PhD or EdD) in Elementary Education, Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education. Minimum 18 graduate semester hours in a content area (mathematics, science, ELA, or social studies). Experience supervising or mentoring pre-service teacher candidates and/or practicum students in field placements. Experience teaching face-to-face and online education courses at the university level.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae/resume; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service. Ability to support various constituencies served by the University. Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position. Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success. Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Department Chair, Gregory Chamblee, gchamblee@georgiasouthern.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.