Instructional Assistant Professor and Clinical Assistant Professor
- Employer
- Illinois State University
- Location
- Normal, IL
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- Faculty Jobs
- Education, Child Development & Family Studies, Curriculum & Instruction, Teacher Education
- Position Type
- Assistant Professor
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Classification Title Instructional Assistant Professor and Clinical Assistant Professor
Working Title Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Creating a Pool
Job Class # 700500
Type of Position Non-Tenure/Adjunct Faculty
Percent Appointment: 1-100 (For Student Employment and Graduate Assistant Only; state hours per week) Varies depending on enrollment
Representation:
Department Teaching and Learning - 05330000
Job Category Faculty - Non-Tenure (Adjunct)
General Summary The School of Teaching and Learning seeks to build a pool of non-tenure track instructor and student teaching supervisor applicants to be drawn from during the 2018-2019 academic year. Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply. Positions are part time and may only be for one semester, depending on School needs. These positions are represented by the Illinois State University Education Association and may have associated dues or fees.
Instructors:
All applicants with Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level and Secondary teaching experience are encouraged to apply. School needs vary by semester, however, some common needs include: secondary content literacy instructors, early childhood and elementary clinical supervisors, and elementary education generalists.
Student Teaching Supervisors:
Mentoring experience is preferred. Supervisors are required to visit placement schools; observe student teachers; provide seminars related to current trends in education; and be available as a mentor to student teachers and cooperating teachers. Supervisors are assigned particular regions and may mentor student teachers from the following programs: early childhood, elementary, elementary bilingual and middle level. We are currently seeking to build pools in the Chicago and surrounding areas, and Central Illinois. Supervisors may be asked to observe in locations up to an hour's drive from their home for the duration of a semester.
Additional Information: The School of Teaching and Learning is home to four undergraduate teacher preparation programs and three graduate programs. In addition, students from every undergraduate teacher preparation program take courses within our school.
We take great pride in providing personal attention to students as we prepare them to take their place as teacher leaders in the nation's schools as is evident in our mission statement. All programs in the school are fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the Illinois State Board of Education.
Required Qualifications 1. Master's degree or higher required.
2. Three years teaching experience and/or related professional education experience.
3. State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.
4. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Desired Qualifications: 1. College teaching experience.
2. Mentoring experience.
3. Proficiency in technology.
Necessary Licenses/Certifications/Degrees Master's degree.
Hiring Rate/Range Commensurate with experience
Stipend:
Work Hours Varies. Supervision hours may be flexible, but primarily require daytime availability.
Proposed Starting Date: 08/16/2018 or 01/01/2019
Posting date 05-02-2018
Closing date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax, email, or mail will not be accepted.
Application materials must include:
A.Resume/C.V.
B. Cover letter
C.Reference list (at least three professional references and contact information)
Applications will be reviewed as vacancies become available.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university encouraging diversity.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at 309-438-3383.
Contact Information For questions about instruction:
Amanda Dingler
amdingl@ilstu.edu
For questions about student teaching supervision:
Amber Bostwick
aebostw@ilstu.edu
Departmental Homepage http://education.illinoisstate.edu/about/departments/tch/
Required Applicant Documents PLEASE NOTE: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply For This Posting". Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List
Optional Applicant Documents Certification of Retirement Annuity (required for SURS annuitants only)
Civil Service Test Not Applicable
Physical Requirements: Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Ability to effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Ability to conduct or attend meetings in various locations across campus.
Quicklink www.jobs.ilstu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=74921
Organization
About
Illinois State University, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois. Illinois State is a co-educational, residential university committed to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities and promoting the highest academic standards in teaching, scholarship, and community service. Serving more than 20,000 students, our six colleges offer 178 undergraduate majors, 77 minors, 102 master’s programs, 18 doctoral degrees, and 42 certificate options. We have repeatedly been named a “Great Place to Work” by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Illinois State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our mission.
Vision
Illinois State University, a first-choice public university, will be increasingly recognized as a national leader for educating high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized and transformative experience at an institution that:
- Offers premier undergraduate and graduate programs that integrate traditional knowledge and methods with emerging ideas and innovations
- Generates knowledge through high-quality research, scholarship, and creative activities
- Supports student learning and development inside and outside of the classroom
- Serves the region, state, nation, and world through its commitments to responsible stewardship, meaningful civic engagement, cultural enrichment, and the development of global citizens
Mission
We at Illinois State University work as a diverse community of scholars with a commitment to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities. We promote the highest academic standards in our teaching, scholarship, public service and the connections we build among them. We devote all of our resources and energies to creating the most supportive and productive community possible to serve the citizens of Illinois and beyond.
Values
Pursuit of Learning and Scholarship
Illinois State University works with students as partners in their educational development inside and outside of the classroom so that students come to appreciate learning as an active and lifelong process. The University contributes new knowledge through research, scholarship, and creative activities in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate. Faculty members embrace a balanced teacher–scholar model that values their contributions as teachers (facilitators of learning) and scholars (creators and discoverers of knowledge and information).
Individualized Attention
Illinois State University provides a supportive environment that places all learners at the center of teaching and scholarship. Innovative curricular and cocurricular programs, strong student-faculty-staff connections, and superior student services focus on each student as an individual. The University fosters academic and personal growth, recognizes unique educational aspirations, and acknowledges that each faculty and staff member is integral to student success.
Diversity
Illinois State University affirms and encourages community and a respect for differences by fostering an inclusive environment characterized by cultural understanding, ethical behavior, and social justice. The University supports a diverse faculty and staff who mentor a diverse student population. The University endeavors to provide opportunities for all students, staff, and faculty to participate in a global society.
Integrity
Illinois State University promotes an environment defined by the highest ethical standards. Leadership of the University is characterized by stability, adherence to shared values, collaborative decision making, and accountable stewardship of all university resources. Members of the University community work collaboratively through shared governance to ensure the success of the University and are dedicated to making ongoing improvements, always enhancing their contribution to Illinois State University and building on prior accomplishments. Teaching and learning, including research and creative activities, are conducted at the highest level of academic quality and integrity.
Civic Engagement
Illinois State University prepares students to be informed and engaged global citizens who will promote and further the goals of society. The University promotes active learning experiences through which students will gain an awareness and understanding of civic engagement as a lifelong responsibility. The University partners with business, industry, government, and educational entities providing leadership in local, statewide, national, and international initiatives; expanding service and outreach; and enhancing financial support for instructional, scholarly, and service activities.
Illinois State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and anti-harassment. Illinois State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, order of protection, gender identity and expression, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, unfavorable military discharge, or status as a veteran in employment, educational programs and activities, or admissions. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed by contacting the director of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access by email at EqualOpportunity@IllinoisState.edu, by calling (309) 438-3383, or by mail at Illinois State University, Campus Box 1280, Normal, IL 61790.
- Website
- https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/prospective/opportunities/
- Telephone
- 309-438-8311
- Location
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Campus Box 1300
Illinois State University
Normal
Illinois
61790
US
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