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Job Title : Assistant Professor - Teacher Education (Health and Physical Education)
Location : Valdosta State University
Regular / Temporary : Regular
Full / Part Time : Full-Time
Job ID : 277665
About Us
As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.
Blazer Creed
Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.
Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.
Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.
Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.
As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship .
Job Summary
The Department of Teacher Education in the Dewar College of Education and Human Services seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position beginning August 1, 2025.The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses face-to-face and online in the candidate¿s area of expertise, maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.
The Department of Teacher Education is comprised of 27 faculty with 20 initial teacher, advanced teacher, and service degree programs.The department supports students at all levels of their career pathways and is a partner with schools and programs throughout the South Georgia region. The Dewar College of Education and Human Services prepares professionals for multiple roles in educational, business, and community settings. The College is home to five departments (Leadership, Technology, and Workforce Development, Teacher Education, Human Services, Communication Sciences and Disorders, and Library and Information Studies). The Dewar College of Education and Human Services is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) and is an American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) award-winning institution.In addition, several of the college programs are accredited or nationally recognized by their specialized professional organization.
Review of completed applications will begin December 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. For more information contact Dr. Deborah Paine, Head, by email dgpaine@valdosta.edu or phone 229-333-5611.
Applicant materials should include :
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Interest
- Contact information for at least three professional references (including email)
Responsibilities
Department Summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching at the undergraduate and graduate-level in the Department of Teacher Education; supervising field experiences and clinical practice; fostering relationships with teachers and administrators across the state and supporting schools within the region; mentoring candidates of different cultures and backgrounds; maintaining scholarly productivity; and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.
Teaching and scholarship - 80%
Teaches classes and conducts / presents research in the employee's academic discipline.
Service - 20%
Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Applicants are required to provide :
Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to :
Employment is contingent upon :
Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position :
After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training :
USG Ethics Policy
Job-specific training such as : FMLA and Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving
Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.
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Accommodations
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