Assistant Professor of Elementary Education

The Education Department at Nebraska Wesleyan University (NWU) seeks applicants for an entry level assistant professor of elementary education. The position will be either a tenure or non-tenure track position dependent on qualifications of the selected candidate. The successful candidate is required to have teaching experience in the science of reading as well as children's literature. The candidate should be proficient educator who is dynamic, team-oriented, and possesses a passion for teaching, facilitating student learning, and collaboration within the department and the university at-large. This is a full-time, 9-month position with teaching responsibilities in the undergraduate program.

Nebraska Wesleyan University Education Department Vision Statement

To be the premier educational institution for training successful, culturally proficient educators

Nebraska Wesleyan University Education Department Mission Statement

Providing exemplary undergraduate programs, comprised of classes taught by talented and caring faculty, for students committed to becoming effective educators, serving their communities, and persisting in lifelong learning

NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, Retirement, and 100% tuition discount for dependents after one year of service among other benefits.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the education department to include the science of reading, children's literature and other courses dependent on expertise.
• Supervise student practicum experiences associated with courses.
• Supervise student teachers
• Advise undergraduate students
• Collaborate with department colleagues to implement department programs and initiatives in service of students and in support of the NWU strategic priorities;
• Serve on department, university, and statewide committees as necessary in support of department goals;
• Engage in scholarship and professional development;
• Demonstrate proficiency with and support students with the implementation of relevant technology applications in support of instruction;
• Encourage responsibility and creativity in the student teaching experience.

Qualifications

• PhD or Ed.D. focusing on the field of education is required. Exceptional ABD candidates with a dissertation defense date may be considered
• Evidence of at least three years of successful teaching experience within the K-6 levels within the United States is required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with successful experience teaching or the ability to develop and offer courses in one or more of the following areas: Science of Reading, Literacy Methods, Reading Theory, and Children's Literature
• Familiarity with Canvas course technology or similar LMS software is a plus;
• Other desirable qualities include:
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills, along with ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
  • Work ethic that promotes teamwork, enhances creativity and motivation, and builds consensus in a high-energy and high-task environment;
  • Strong commitment to student-centered active learning and student engagement activities;
  • Demonstrated engagement in scholarly and/ or professional development activities including appropriate research, presentations, and publications;
  • Ability to maintain academic qualifications and to meet the NDE requirements for teaching in the undergraduate program;
  • Qualification to supervise student teachers and practicum students for a range of grade levels;
  • Appreciation for a liberal arts tradition.
  • Demonstrated record of academic excellence with professional and personal integrity;
  • Knowledge of higher education and k-6 curriculum state standards
  • Experience instructing and supporting English Language Learners
  • Experience instructing and supporting students with disabilities and exceptionalities.

Final rank upon hire will be determined by the Provost commensurate with experience and education.

How to Apply:

To apply, please upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vita, and the names of three professional references at the following URL: https://nebrwesleyan.applicantpro.com/jobs/. NWU encourages applicants to address how one or more of NWU's Core Values align with their personal values and characteristics and/or how they would contribute to them at NWU in their cover letter or a separate document. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Nebraska Wesleyan University provides equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons in all areas of university operation without regard to religion or creed, age, genetic information, gender identity and expression, sexual identity and orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, race, or national or ethnic origin, in compliance with state and federal laws, including but not limited to Title XII, Title IX, and the ADA. E-Verify, EOE.

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