Assistant Professor of Education - Faculty

Minnesota State
US - Virginia - Marshall
January 14, 2025

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).Working Title:
Assistant Professor of Education - Faculty

Institution:
Southwest Minnesota State University

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:
209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:
Marshall

FLSA:
Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:
$64,066.00 - $186,015.00

The faculty member will teach courses in the Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education or Elementary Education licensure programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses taught in person, blended, and online formats, and will supervise clinical placements. Duties also include student advising, contribution to student growth and development, participation in department and institutional activities, committee assignments, evaluating student performance, scholarly activities, and service to the University and community. SMSU, in its commitment to meeting the service needs of the region, expects faculty to engage in regional service, education or study as part of their community service responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate in Education or related field; ABD considered.
Previous or current licensure and experience in Early Childhood Education and/or Early Childhood Special Education is required.
Three years teaching experience in a E-12 school in Education is required.
Licensed or licensable to teach in the State of Minnesota.
Knowledge and experience in person, blended, and online instruction.
Demonstrated commitment or proven strategies for fostering a diverse and inclusive environment; demonstrated ability or proven strategies to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualification

Preference is given for additional licensures - specifically but not limited to special education and/or elementary education
Experience with edTPA
Experience with Student Learning & Licensure
Faculty experience in teacher preparation
Experience in supervision of clinical experiences
Student-centered approach to education and commitment to helping grow teacher preparation
Demonstrated skills in collaboration, consensus building, and achieving mutual goals with colleagues
An understanding of and appreciation for liberal education

Other Requirements

Applications are required to include each of the following documents in order to be given consideration: Teaching Philosophy, Cover Letter, CV, Unofficial Transcripts, and List of References.

Priority will be given to those who apply by 01/6/2025.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.

Southwest Minnesota State University complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. You can find our Annual Security and Fire Safety Report online at Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (smsu.edu). This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Southwest Minnesota State University. If you prefer a hard copy, please contact the Department of Public Safety at ***.

We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment. We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning. Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success.

Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramPrograms, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer. SMSU is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. SMSU does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Affirmative Action Office, ***. For TTY communications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-***. This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:
08-18-2025

Position End Date:Open Date:
12-03-2024

Close Date:Posting Contact Name:
Bailey Johnson

Posting Contact Email:
***

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