Education – Assistant/Associate Elementary Education Professor – Tenure Track

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Position Information

Position Title
Education – Assistant/Associate Elementary Education Professor – Tenure Track

Position Summary

The Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education at California Baptist University is accepting applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Teacher Education with an emphasis on elementary education, starting August 2023. In response to our growing undergraduate Elementary Education major and continued vibrant credential programs at the graduate level, we are looking to add to our dynamic team. The successful candidate for this position is one who is enthusiastic about being part of developing the next generation of teachers. Preferred expertise in reading, math/science, or bilingual education.

California Baptist University ( CBU ) is one of the top private Christian colleges and universities in Southern California. California Baptist University believes each person has been created for a purpose. CBU strives to help students understand and engage in this purpose by providing a Christ-centered educational experience that integrates academics with spiritual and social development opportunities. Graduates are challenged to become individuals whose skills, integrity, and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish them in the workplace and in the world.

The School of Education prepares teacher leaders – individuals of high moral character and ethical behavior who are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create lifelong learners throughout the world with a Biblical foundation.

The successful candidate joins a dedicated interdisciplinary team to strengthen and build teacher education programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The primary duties will include developing and teaching courses within the School of Education. Other duties include engaging in research and service through the university and community, including, but not limited to assessment and curriculum development and participation in university and school committees. Candidates must embrace the mission of California Baptist University and evidence a clear understanding of, and commitment to, excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service as well as the integration of Christian faith into their work.

Pay Range

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
● Earned Ph.D./Ed.D. in Education or related field ( ABD candidates will be considered)
● Relevant teaching experience with K – 12 students
● Evidence of expertise in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, STEM Education, or related areas
● Demonstrated or potential for excellence in teaching, research, and service to the university and profession
● Ability to teach students across a wide diversity of cultures and ages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of effective and innovative teaching at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.
• Evidence of research agenda and scholarly activity

Teaching Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities will be in undergraduate, graduate, and credential courses. Teaching load will be across 3 semesters within the School of Education.

Nondiscrimination Statement

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.

Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.calbaptist.edu/postings/7663

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a Christian?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you attend church regularly?
   • Yes
   • No
3. If no, please explain (required):
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information)
   • Yes (I am familiar and not in conflict)
   • No (I am in conflict or not familiar)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Christian Experience Essay
2. Cover Letter
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Letter of Reference 1
5. Letter of Reference 2
6. Letter of Reference 3

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Unofficial Transcript