Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (Elementary Education) - One-Year Temporary

Saginaw Valley State University • Lexington, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Education at Saginaw Valley State University invites applications for a one-year temporary position as an Assistant Professor of Teacher Education to teach mathematics and/or social studies methods classes. Responsibilities will include teaching in-person at the undergraduate level, engaging in service within the elementary program, the Teacher Education department and the College of Education, completing accreditation assessments, and collaborating with other faculty to ensure consistency amongst sections of coursework.

Requirements

• Earned Master of Arts in Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field; or ABD without a master’s degree
• Minimum three years of classroom teaching experience in grades PK-6 classrooms
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community and our partner K-12 schools
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations
• Applicants must state their availability for on-campus teaching and attendance of program and department meetings

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching elementary mathematics and/or social studies methods courses
• Knowledge of Michigan standards for PK-6 teacher preparation
• Experience using Canvas as an online learning management system
• Capacity to provide service to the program, department, and college
• Experience with designing curriculum focused on elementary teacher education
• Certification and/or experience designing curriculum, teaching undergraduate coursework, or supervising fieldwork focused on elementary education
• Content expertise in mathematics and/or social studies
• Ability to integrate DEI into the curriculum

Responsibilities

• Teaching in-person at the undergraduate level
• Engaging in service within the elementary program, the Teacher Education department and the College of Education
• Completing accreditation assessments
• Collaborating with other faculty to ensure consistency amongst sections of coursework
• Attend program meetings and monthly department meetings

Benefits

• Excellent retirement package
• Employee benefits
• Professional development to support and grow employees
• Prioritizing the health and well-being of our employees through programs and gym memberships
• Rewarding and recognizing employees' achievements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level