Assistant Professor in Curriculum and Instruction
University of Louisiana at Monore in Louisiana
Deadline: Open until filled
Date Posted: July 22, 2014
Type: Tenured, tenure track
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Employment Type: Full-time
The School of Education at the University of Louisiana Monroe is seeking an innovative and involved tenure track faculty member to coordinate the doctoral program in Curriculum and Instruction and to teach graduate courses with a focus upon improving student academic achievement through enhanced scholarship and research. The successful candidate will join a dedicated faculty and leadership team working to enhance the quality of education in Louisiana and nation-wide.
Teach graduate and doctoral level courses in research (face-to-face and online)
Advise doctoral students
Chair and serve on doctoral committees
Engage with ongoing scholarly activities, including grants and research to improve the education of P-12 students
Promote collaboration across programs and with P-12 schools/districts
Coordinate the Ed.D. program in Curriculum and Instruction
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications for Assistant Professor:
Earned doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction or related field; ABD considered
Record of successful teaching and administrative experience
Evidence of or potential for scholarly research
Experience in or potential for pursuing external research funding
Expertise in research methods and statistics
Commitment to collaboration with public schools and education agencies
Ability to work in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications for Assistant Professor:
Evidence of effective student advisement
Potential for mentoring doctoral student research, ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues
Familiarity with evidence-based strategies in Curriculum and Instruction
Expertise in the use of instructional technology and online learning
Position Availability: August, 2014
Application Deadline: Application review begins immediately and may continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATIONS
The School of Education seeks a highly qualified, diverse applicant pool. ULM is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. A review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates should submit the following documents, as a single PDF file: (1) a cover letter, (2) a current curriculum vitae, (3) an unofficial transcript, (4) contact information for three professional references, and (5) a one page teaching philosophy. References should have current knowledge of candidates professional work. An official or certified copy of transcripts, proof of degree, proof of license and/or proof of certification will be required prior to any interview as a finalist for this position. All communications and materials should be directed to:
Attn: Dr. Amy Dagley, [log in to unmask]
University of Louisiana Monroe
School of Education
700 University Ave.
Monroe, Louisiana 71209
Telephone: (318) 342-1266