College Faculty: Educational Studies

The Principia • Elsah, IL

13h

About The Position

The Educational Studies Department seeks a faculty member who can provide in-depth knowledge of educational theory and inclusive practices along with providing opportunities to build learning communities. Typically teaches 18-21 semester hours per academic year per and advises Educational Studies majors. Additional duties include ongoing professional development, serving on campus-wide committees, assessment of academic programs, and supporting Christian Science-based character education in accord with Principia’s mission as outlined in Education at The Principia. The Educational Studies Department values faculty members with a passion for educating, a commitment to scholarly engagement, and an ethos of service and collegiality. You will be a primary contributor to delivering on Principia’s academic vision:

“Principia College’s academic unit strives to create a collaborative and inclusive academic community where everyone feels a sense of belonging and sees each other as infinitely capable and divinely whole. Our rigorous globally-focused curriculum and character-based approach honors diverse perspectives and develops creative problem solvers who use their academic skills to benefit their communities and the world.”

At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends.

At Principia College, our globally focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, national champion rugby club, and the nation’s oldest student-run public affairs conference.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment [https://www.principia.edu/debm] where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

Requirements

• Student of Christian Science
• Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/guiding-statements [https://www.principia.edu/about/guiding-statements]
• Master's degree in education and experience in the field of Education, which may include classroom teaching, outdoor education, or youth work.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of current research on learning theory and communication principles.
• Willingness to be a generalist who can do multiple tasks and teach multiple subjects associated with education; to be a reflective, critical practitioner of teaching; to work collaboratively in multiple settings with multiple groups; and to be an effective communicator.
• Ability to work with a range of students and skill levels.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Education, or related field, preferred.
• Classroom teaching experience or work with college-aged and/or PreK-12 students, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Co-teaches and co-facilitates the B.A. Major’s Educational Studies Block program, [https://catalog.principiacollege.edu/majors-minors/educational-studies/ba/] as a part of annual teaching semester hours.
• Meets students for academic advising, conferences, and academic support.
• Works actively with colleagues in performing the general business and decision making of the Department and Center.
• Assists in Departmental and Center work, including assessment, program review, and development of curriculum.
• Teaches courses within the context of Principia's philosophy of liberal arts education.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Educational Studies Department’s learning outcomes (Pedagogical Knowledge, Authentic Leadership, Communication, and Reflective Practice).
• Plans a variety of educational field trips (occasionally overnight), school visits, and/or community service opportunities for students.
• Values an experiential and constructivist pedagogical approach to teaching and learning.
• Supports General Education (GenEd) requirements (including teaching GenEd courses) within the EDST Department, and Writing Program expectations.
• Works closely with students to further develop their thinking, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Attends Departmental and Center meetings, and Faculty Senate.

Benefits

• Generous Employee Tuition Discount: Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro-rated for part-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded).
• Relocation: Principia provides a relocation imbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary, when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles.
• Professional Development: Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Learn more about all our benefits here [https://www.principia.edu/jobs/highlights], including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time