Assistant Professor of Biology Education

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type
Faculty, Tenure Track

Classification Title
Faculty, Tenure-track

Position's Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Biology Education

Position Start Date
01/02/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position Summary

Governors State University College of Arts and Sciences announces a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Secondary Biology Education beginning as early as the Spring 2023 semester. The Division of Science, Mathematics and Technology offers undergraduate majors and minors, graduate degrees, and post-baccalaureate and graduate certificates. The successful candidate will join a dynamic faculty, working collaboratively between the education and science programs.
As a Minority Serving Institution we seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, interest in advising non-traditional and diverse student populations, evidence of potential scholarship consistent with tenure-track expectations, and professional service via projects, committees or other leadership roles.
This full-time position will have the following responsibilities:

• teach secondary science (biology and chemistry) methods courses;
• assist with secondary education field experiences (Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, and Social Sciences):
• maintain and/or establish district partnerships;
• place candidates for early field experiences;
• observe micro-teaching lessons;
• supervise Secondary Science student teachers;
• teach introductory biology or chemistry courses and/or labs.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Biology OR a Ph.D. /Ed.D. in Education. An M.A. or M.S. in the reciprocal field is highly recommended, but comparable experience will be considered. The candidate must hold a secondary teacher license and have a subfield or extensive training and experience in teacher education. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Biology/Chemistry and Secondary Science teaching methods, and must have advanced knowledge in educational technology, curriculum design, and best instructional practices for teaching diverse learners.
Preferred qualifications include familiarity with the Council for Accreditation for Educator Preparation ( CAEP ), National Science Teaching Association ( NSTA ), and edTPA or similar performance assessment(s). Candidates should also have a knowledge of teaching reading in the content area, social emotional learning, and teaching English language learners.
In order to be a leading candidate in this search, in addition to the aforementioned requirements, the candidate must be fluent in the English language, be able to communicate well, demonstrate outstanding potential for excellence in teaching through a successful interview and/or classroom demonstration and be experienced in the use of innovative curricular approaches that are experiential, student-centered, and inquiry-based. They should also be prepared to advise students, maintain a program of scholarship, and provide meaningful service. Though the primary teaching assignment will be on campus on weekdays and evenings, the person hired in this position may be required to teach weekends, online, or at off-site locations.
Candidates should submit a cover letter; a statement describing current scholarship and research interests; a statement describing teaching experience and teaching philosophy; curriculum vitae; unofficial transcripts for all graduate and undergraduate degrees; evidence of teaching licensure; and contact information for three references.
Governors State University is the only regional public comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving more than 5,500 students annually. Since its founding in 1969, GSU has offered accessible, high-value educational opportunities to a culturally diverse student body of first-generation students, returning adults, and veterans. With the lowest undergraduate tuition in Illinois, GSU offers accredited programs that have earned high praise from national accrediting agencies.
GSU’s 750-acre campus encompasses the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park yet is conveniently located within easy reach of Chicago and surrounding communities with a wealth of cultural and natural attractions. The highly diverse region GSU serves has a number of high-performing schools and engaged communities as well as struggling urban, suburban, and rural communities. GSU serves as a public square, working to foster educational opportunities for all populations.
It is the policy of Governors State University, in its role as educator, employer, and purchaser of goods and services, to provide equal opportunity and affirmative action. Discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status is strictly prohibited.
Salary and benefits package are commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Ph.D. in Biology, OR a Ph.D./Ed.D. in Education; all degree requirements must be completed by December 31, 2022.
2. Hold a secondary teacher license and have a subfield or extensive training and experience in teacher education.
3. Ability to teach undergraduate courses in Biology and Secondary or Middle School Science teaching methods.
4. Evidence of advanced knowledge in educational technology, curriculum design, and best instructional practices for teaching diverse learners
5. Demonstrated knowledge of teaching reading in the content area, social emotional learning, and teaching English language learners
6. Evidence of proficiency in teaching ability.
7. Evidence of potential for strong record of scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications

1. M.A. in Education (if Ph.D. in Biology) or M.S. in Biology (if Ph.D./Ed.D. in Education)
2. Experience with non-traditional, first-generation, and/or traditionally underrepresented student populations.
3. Experience teaching undergraduate courses in Biology and Secondary or Middle School teaching methods,
4. Familiarity with the Council for Accreditation for Educator Preparation ( CAEP ), Next Generation Science Standards ( NGSS ), and edTPA or similar performance assessment(s).
5. Experience with teaching online courses.
6. Demonstrated record of scholarship through publication and conference presentations.
7. Demonstrated ability to infuse course content with scholarship related to underrepresented and marginalized groups.

Posting Date
10/27/2022

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Posting Number
FA0495P

Type of Search
External

Quicklink for Posting
https://employment.govst.edu/postings/7386

Employee ID

Department

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Review of materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • Doctorate Degree
   • ABD
2. * What academic discipline did you earn your degree(s) in?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Do you have grade 6-12 teaching experience?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have experience teaching at the college/university level?
   • yes
   • no
5. * Experience teaching in online/hybrid delivery?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Certification/Professional License
5. Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation
2. Research Documents
3. Other
4. Other2
5. Other3