Non-Tenure-Line Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor in Education/Field Practicum Supervisor

Penn State University • Altoona, PA

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About The Position

Penn State Altoona invites applications for a full-time, Non-Tenure-Line Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor in education/field practicum supervisor to work with the Elementary and Early Childhood Education Program. This position provides field-based supervision of preK-6th grade pre-student and student teachers in local and regional elementary schools. This position is a 12-month, 36-week, non-tenure track appointment for fall and spring semesters beginning immediately or as negotiated.

Requirements

• At the time of hire, candidates must have a master’s degree in education or a related field, and a minimum of 5 years of elementary classroom teaching experience.
• Applicants should upload a letter of application establishing their qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, a current vita, transcripts, and the names of three professional references.
• System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.
• This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

Responsibilities

• The field supervision component includes observing and assessing pre-student and student teachers in classroom settings, as well as teaching after school/evening seminars.
• Supervisors also work with classroom mentor teachers to support preservice teacher development and collaborate with university faculty to coordinate course experiences.
• Engage in scholarly activities to stay current in the discipline.
• Participation in program accreditation, curriculum assessment and course development
• Undergraduate academic advising, advising student clubs, performing academic reviews, and providing career guidance
• Participation in student recruitment and retention activities
• Participation in campus, university, and professional service activities
• Outreach to the community.
• Successful candidates will work collaboratively with other faculty to support our mission of ensuring the highest quality undergraduate education.
• Candidates must be student-centered and open to innovative program delivery using technology.
• Candidates will also be expected to participate in student recruitment and retention, and program assessment.
• Additional teaching opportunities will be based on program need and candidate qualifications.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time