Assistant Professor of Social Studies/Educational Law

ABOUT MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY:

Montana State University Billings is the third largest University in Montana and is located in Montana’s largest city. The University has five colleges, through which it serves a diverse student body and a broad regional community. Our staff and faculty strive to transform the lives of our students by empowering them to succeed in achieving their educational and life goals. To give our students the best possible path to success in achieving their goals, we are committed to closing equity gaps via our recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives. MSUB faculty and students are also active in scholarship and creative endeavors on state-wide, national, and international stages. Our programs are responsive to community needs and partner with local and regional entities to provide clinical, internship and experiential learning opportunities to our students. MSUB is an innovator in teaching strategies and modalities that accommodate students’ individual learning needs and busy lifestyles. Interested individuals can obtain more information about Montana State University Billings at https://www.msubillings.edu 

College: COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Position: Social Studies/Educational Law- FACULTY

Full-time, Tenure Track Faculty Position

Start Date: Fall Semester 2022 (August 2022)

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience and subject to the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Montana State University-Billings Faculty Association

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

The College of Education is dedicated to: Preparing competent, caring, and committed professionals for Montana’s schools; Conducting socially significant research to improve the human condition; Providing community service aimed at improving the quality of life experienced by Montanans; and providing graduate education designed for the continuing development of professionals. Our faculty members are excellent teacher educators who are involved in research and partnerships with local and regional schools.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The College of Education, Department of Educational Theory and Practice at Montana State University Billings seeks applications for a tenure track position as Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate (Master’s level) P-12 social studies methods, education foundations, and educational law. Montana State University Billings offers both elementary and secondary teaching majors at the undergraduate and graduate level. This position would advise both graduate and undergraduate students. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong research and scholarship agenda appropriate for a  teaching-focused institution and enthusiasm for service to the university, the field, and the community.

We seek a candidate who shares our commitment to serving diverse student populations, inclusive education, and effective practices in teaching, including integration of appropriate technology. Applicants should be able to offer undergraduate and graduate courses designed for both in-person and online modalities. Candidates should have a strong grasp of course design, effective teaching strategies, experience working with a diverse student population, and a minimum of 3 years of teaching in P-12 public-school settings.

Candidates should also offer evidence of their research agenda and the capacity to engage with colleagues in collaborative work and projects. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths and/or experiences in the area(s) of advising, service, and culturally sustaining/revitalizing pedagogy.

EMPLOYMENT START DATE: Fall semester August 2022

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with other faculty, including as a department liaison for Secondary Social Studies Broad Field Majors.
• Advise students pursuing a major in Social Studies Broad-Field Teaching Option.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate education courses online and face to face.
• Participate with college and department faculty in improving education instruction through continuous quality assessment.
• Maintain evidence of active scholarship.
• Provide service to campus and community. Faculty members under review will participate in and contribute to departmental, college, and university accreditation efforts.
• Serve on college and university committees and attend meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Hold a doctorate or ABD in a field related to teacher education;
• Have a minimum of three years of teaching in P-12 public-school settings;
• Be familiar with supporting students in using the common core aligned state standards;
• Have a record of excellence in teaching through effective online and face to face teaching strategies;
• Evidence of collaborative work with colleagues;
• Evidence of commitment to diversity and inclusivity;
• Have a record of, or potential for, scholarly activity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Exemplary experience teaching at the university level in both online and face to face courses;
• Experience in designing and teaching in online, hybrid/blended, or HyFlex modalities;
• Evidence of implementing effective course and program design principles;
• Experience working with a diverse range of adult and young adult learners; 
• Experience supervising teacher candidates; 
• Experience with CAEP accreditation;
• Experience with grant writing.

REVIEW DATE: Review of applications will begin February 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit Letter of Application specifically addressing the above qualification/skills,
• Curriculum Vita, 
• Contact information for three (3) professional references, and a completed and signed
• Authorization for Background Check form to:

Human Resources Office Montana State University-Billings

1500 University Drive

Billings, MT 59101-0298

Phone: (406) 657-2278 FAX: (406) 657-2120

http://www.msubillings.edu

employment@msubillings.edu

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. (In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.)

In accordance with The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the MSU-Billings Crime Statistics of Specified Crimes is available for applicant review online at http://www.msubillings.edu/security, or can be accessed in the Human Resources Office, McMullen Hall, Room 310.

MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY-BILLINGS IS AN ADA/AA/EEO EMPLOYER. Qualified women, persons from minority groups, persons with disabilities, and persons with eligible veteran status are encouraged to apply. Contact Human Resources Office, MSU-Billings, for more information regarding preference or accommodation (406/657-2278/TTY).

Thank you for your interest in employment at Montana State University Billings! We welcome your application materials and appreciate your desire to work at MSU Billings. The screening committee will begin its review of all applications after the review date listed on the vacancy announcement. Persons with disabilities can request accommodations in the hiring and employment processes by contacting Human Resources at (406) 657-2278. Please contact us if you have questions about our recruitment/screening process. MSU-Billings is an EEO/AA employer.