What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional in Residence - Master Teacher position at Western Kentucky University?
The SKyTeach Program at Western Kentucky University is accepting applications for non-tenured eligible Professionals in Residence to serve as Master Teacher, mathematics education emphasis for the 2025 spring semester. Master Teachers are the core component of WKU's SKyTeach program to prepare mathematics and science teachers. Master Teachers serve as mentors, models, and guides to undergraduate mathematics and science education students. Responsibilities: Candidates will be expected to perform the following functions: (1) assist faculty in teaching a range of science/mathematics education courses at the undergraduate level in face-to-face, on-line and interactive video formats (2) organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate student field work, (3) provide academic assistance and mentoring to SKyTeach students, (4) initiate and coordinate programs with local public schools and other educational organizations, (5) assist with program administrative duties, (6) serve on department and program committees and (6) engage collaborative projects with colleagues at WKU and other UTeach replication sites. In addition, applicants should have a commitment to K-12 outreach and expertise in the teaching of inquiry and STEM based science and/or mathematics content and/or pedagogy to all students.
Job Requirements:
- Masters degree and secondary or middle grades teacher certification in a science discipline
- Experience working with diverse student populations and the ability to prepare undergraduate students to work with diverse student populations. Significant technology skills and the ability to deliver instruction in alternative formats
- At least five years of demonstrated expertise in science or mathematics teaching experience in K-12 schools
- Knowledge of the standards and habits of mind governing K-12 science and mathematics instruction as well as experience with 5E inquiry-based pedagogy
Additional Information:
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
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