Middle Georgia State University was formed through the consolidation of Macon State College and Middle Georgia College in 2012. Serving over 8,000 students, the University encompasses all five campuses of the prior two institutions with campuses in Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, Macon, and Warner Robins. Annual tuition and fees make it the most affordable public university in the state of Georgia. Middle Georgia State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Middle Georgia State University educates and graduates inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the region through professional leadership, innovative partnerships and community engagement.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is a full-time, non-tenure track, 10-month academic year Lecturer of Teacher Education position available in the Department of Teacher Education and Social Work. This position will teach in the Elementary/Special Education teacher education program and work collaboratively with colleagues and students in a creative inclusive learning environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching five courses each semester including fully online, face to face, and courses involving placement experiences.
• Service to the program, department, university and community.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director, Department Chair or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s in Education or a related field
• 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in grades P-5 or special education
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• Ability to effectively engage with colleagues, staff and administrators to develop ways to improve the educational experience of students
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated capacity and interest for collaborative teaching
• Knowledge of academic assessment practices

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education Specialist or Doctorate (PhD or EdD) in education or a related field
• Prior teaching experience in higher education
• Prior experience as a mentor teacher

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Dr. Rhonda Amerson, Chair of the Department of Teacher Education and Social Work at rhonda.amerson@mga.edu

TO APPLY: Application materials should be emailed as one PDF attachment to recruitment@mga.edu with the subject line “10018652 Lecturer - Teacher Education and Social Work”. Application materials must include (1) an MGA faculty application, (2) a letter of interest, (3) a curriculum vitae, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) names and contact information of three references, and (6) unofficial transcripts. Paper application materials will not be accepted.

Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.