Teacher Education Faculty

Gogebic Community College • Ironwood, MI

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About The Position

The Teacher Education Faculty position at Gogebic Community College is responsible for leading the Teacher Education Program, focusing on equipping current and future educators with the necessary knowledge, skills, and dispositions to address the challenges of modern classrooms. The role emphasizes a commitment to education in the Western Upper Peninsula and involves developing teaching philosophies through immersive experiences in partner schools.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited university in curriculum & instruction, education, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a public school setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience promoting inclusive excellence.
• Collaborative skills that cross departmental and disciplinary boundaries.
• Experience in rural, cross-cultural, or otherwise diverse education settings.
• Familiarity with educational theories of learning and teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the college/university level, including supervision of pre-service field placements.
• Experience teaching online courses.
• Experience with partnerships between public schools and universities.
• Familiarity with teacher education requirements in Michigan and Wisconsin.
• Knowledge of current state and national standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Teacher Education Program at Gogebic Community College.
• Provide knowledge and skills to current and future educators.
• Develop and implement coursework and cooperative experiences for the Associate of Arts Teacher Education Program.
• Foster a commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence in education.
• Collaborate across departmental and disciplinary boundaries.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Employee-paid leave programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree