Assistant Professor of Education, Elementary and Middle Grades Education

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type
Faculty, Tenure Track

Classification Title
Assistant Professor

Position's Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Education, Elementary and Middle Grades Education

Position Start Date
08/01/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position Summary

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate/graduate courses face-to-face and online. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, advising non-traditional or diverse student populations, evidence of a potential or distinguished record of scholarship as well as community service via projects, committees and/or leadership roles. Additionally, the faculty member will collaborate with faculty to supervise candidates in required clinical experiences in schools.

Governors State University is the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving approximately 7,750 students annually. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students. With the lowest undergraduate tuition in Illinois, GSU offers accredited programs that have earned high praise from national accrediting agencies. Founded in 1969, GSU is undergoing major transition this year as we are now are a residential institution, accepting first-year students, transfer and graduate students. The university has an ambitious five-year Academic Master Plan, greatly expanding current programs. GSU is implementing a state-of-the-art General Education program and working to greatly expand student academic and support services to foster student and community engagement. New faculty at GSU must demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to work with students at all levels, from first-year to graduate.

Through its Strategy 2015, GSU emphasizes excellence, access, and innovation. Students benefit from the university’s high academic quality, range of convenient class times, increasing hybrid and online offerings, and outstanding educational value. GSU seeks to become a national leader in successful transfer of community college students to universities, and is leading through the Kresge-supported Dual Degree Program, with features such as tuition lock-in at GSU for academically eligible community college students who commit to earn an Associate Degree and attend college full-time. GSU offers five doctoral degrees in clinical/practice areas of health, counseling, and education.

The exceptionally beautiful campus is conveniently located within easy reach by road and rail to Chicago and surrounding communities that have a wealth of cultural and natural attractions.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Elementary Education or related field. ABD in the final stages with a completion date within one year of employment will be considered.

2. Three (2-3) years of demonstrated experience as a teacher in an elementary (grades 1-6) or middle grades (grades 5-8) school.

3. Knowledge and ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses

4. Documented record of an ability to make intellectual contributions through scholarly publications/presentations consistent with the maintenance of AQ (“Academically Qualified”) faculty status under accreditation standards.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Particular expertise through coursework/credentials, interest/talent, or experience in one or more of the traditional elementary/middle grades content areas: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, or Social Studies.

2. Hold or have held a teaching license ( PEL ) for prek-2nd grade

3. Teaching experience in public schools in grades pre K- 2nd.

4. Experience in mentoring or supervising teachers or providing support services to students.

5. Interest in and ability to develop and teach online (web-based) courses.

Posting Date
03/03/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Posting Number
FA0573P

Type of Search
External

Quicklink for Posting
https://employment.govst.edu/postings/8432

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. For full consideration, complete applications should be received by March 31, 2023.

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 is/are your doctorate(s) in?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Will you have a Doctorate Degree in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Briefly list your area(s) of research or teaching expertise.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
5. * Experience teaching in online/hybrid delivery?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts
4. Other
5. List of Three Professional References
6. Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents

1. Certification/Professional License
2. Research Documents
3. Resume
4. Other2
5. Other3
6. Other4
7. Teaching Philosophy
8. Writing/Media Samples
9. Portfolio