Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction

Georgia College & State University•Milledgeville, GA

36d•Hybrid

About The Position

Georgia College & State University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction to teach in an online Master of Education (MEd) program and possibly in the hybrid (online and on-campus courses) Doctor of Education (EdD) program. The candidate may also be asked to teach online courses in the Teacher Leadership Education Specialist (EdS) program. The candidate may also teach graduate courses in related fields/areas of expertise and/or undergraduate GC1Y (typically freshmen)/GC2Y (typically sophomores) core courses. Georgia College & State University seeks faculty who understand and embrace our public liberal arts mission and are dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through teaching, scholarship, and service. All Georgia College & State University faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage students as they launch their intellectual journey.

Requirements

Ph.D. or Ed.D. degree in Curriculum and Instruction or closely related field
Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements stated in C.S. 3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials))
Evidence of successful teaching (a minimum of 3 years teaching experience) with Pre-K through 12th grade learners.
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Ability to be an effective member of a learning community, program, and committee
Ability to collaborate with others
Ability to effectively participate in professional development and apply the new knowledge and skills to one's practice
Ability to develop and demonstrate knowledge of current philosophies, practices, and theories related to the academic discipline is especially valued.
Build positive student relationships and provide mentorship
Engage in continuous professional development
Manage multiple courses and administrative responsibilities
Solve problems and make data-driven decisions
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in service
Demonstrate leadership and take initiative
Adapt to changing institutional needs
Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines
Subject matter expertise and current disciplinary trends
Curriculum design and program outcome alignment
Assessment methods and student learning measurement
Accreditation standards (SACSCOC and discipline-specific)
Academic policies, procedures, and ethics
Adult learning principles and adaptive learning styles
Educational technology and learning management systems
Current philosophies, practices, and theories related to the academic discipline
Course design and delivery
Learning activity development and facilitation
Technology integration and LMS proficiency
Instructional adaptation
Valid assessment instrument development
Constructive feedback provision
Data analysis for instructional improvement
Clear verbal and written communication
Strong interpersonal skills
Professional presentation abilities
Active listening and collaboration
Discipline-relevant software proficiency
Multimedia and presentation tools
Basic troubleshooting capabilities

Nice To Haves

Face-to-face and online course design experience.
Experience with accreditation reporting.
Evidence of successful teaching in higher education.

Responsibilities

Teach 4-4 course load each fall and spring semester
Courses are taught both on campus and in an online environment
Courses a candidate may be asked to teach could include the following: curriculum theory, curriculum design and planning, instructional material design and evaluation, student-centered pedagogy, diversity in education, curriculum evaluation, and applications to specific disciplines
Support candidates in their development into curriculum specialists and leaders; and develop and maintain collaborative relationships with school-based partners
Faculty are expected to come to campus regularly for program meetings, committee meetings, and instructional purposes and to attend convocation and graduation
Opportunities for summer teaching are often available
Regular course meetings and instruction
Mentoring students
Other teaching responsibilities
Faculty are expected to conduct research and develop within the profession.
Publications (editing, citations)
Presentations at professional meetings
Publication; peer reviewed scholarship
Current work in circulation or in progress
Grants received or applied for
Membership and participation in professional organizations
Other professional service of development activities
Engaging in scholarly activity that informs classroom instruction is strongly encouraged
Scholarship of teaching and learning is especially valued
All faculty are expected to support the advancement of the department, college and university mission by providing service to the institution. Service may be at the department, college, university, community and/or disciplinary level. Duties include service on college-level and university-level committees, advising students regarding career options, and support of department-level outreach activities.
Committee memberships and offices
Programs directed and advised
Participation in special programs or projects
Other service in the institution
All faculty are expected to engage in service to the institution and provide service in the community/local schools.
Assist with continual program development
Participate in program, department, college, and other committees
Participate in student recruitment and placement activities
Perform administrative duties as needed