Assistant/Associate Professor of Elementary Education 2565

Established in 1887 as a school for the education of American Indians, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke serves a distinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion and appreciation of the values of all people. Located in the heart of Pembroke, N.C., UNCP boasts an enrollment of 8,200 in 41 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs and offers a personalized learning environment where faculty and staff are dedicated to engaged scholarship, high academic standards, creative activity and public service. Spread over 281 acres, the campus offers a sense of community and belonging-–a place where faculty and staff feel supported, take pride in the university’s mission, and are devoted to excellence in teaching, learning and research, and to developing leaders who make a difference in their communities.

Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate and graduate students, supervision of field experience and student teaching interns, service on School of Education and University committees, maintaining an active research agenda, engaging in professional development and assessment and evaluation of program related to standards.

Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience.    Minimum Training and Experience Requirements  A minimal requirement of a terminal degree in Elementary Education or a related field from an accredited program with at least 18 hours of graduate work from an accredited institution. 
 
A current or eligibility for a North Carolina Teaching License in grades K-6 with a minimum of three years successful teaching experience at the level is required.   Management Preference:  Excellent teaching skills and interpersonal skills, combined with strong oral and written communication skills; Effective use of technology in teaching and learning; Knowledge and expertise in use of North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards and North Carolina Standard Course of Study related to elementary teaching practices; and knowledge and expertise in use of TaskStream, Learning Management Systems, edTPA assessments and CAEP accreditation. Applicants should be strongly committed to excellence in teaching, and to working and teaching in a diverse cultural environment.   Licenses and Certifications:  North Carolina teaching licensure, K-6 (or eligibilty)   Special Instructions to Applicants:  This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. 

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.