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adjunct Professor of Special Education:University of MemphisJob description:adjunct Professor of Special Education
Posting DetailsPosting Number: FAE1316Advertised Title: adjunct Professor of Special Education Campus Job location: Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number: 022631 Job Category: Full-Time Faculty Department: Instruction Curriculum leadership abilities Position Summary: The College of Education, Department of Instruction & Curriculum leadership abilities is seeking to add a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track adjunct Professor of Special Education beginning August 15, 2022. The applicant's teaching practice should demonstrate commitment to and practice with (1) special education methods and theoretical frameworks; (2) teacher education preparation; (3) diversity, social justice, and equity to promote effective learning; (4) culturally significant and sustaining practice; and (5) comprehensive and sustained professional growth opportunities to enhance professional practices involving diverse populations. The candidate will have demonstrated commitments to the content area of special education, research/scholarship in the field of special education, have practice in field-located teacher education, professional development, and K-12 teaching practice. Additionally, the candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching and service at a large research-located institution that integrates high-leverage practices into their coursework and professional development. Ideally, the candidate will have strong expertise of the edTPA, university teaching practice, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning environments, and classroom teaching practice with K-12 children and families from diverse backgrounds. candidates will be expected to demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Minimum Position Appropriate qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS Required · Earned Doctorate (obtained by August 1, 2022), in Special Education or closely related field · Evidence of excellence in K-12 teaching for a minimum of 3 years in Special Education · Evidence of an emerging/established research agenda · Demonstrated commitment to cultural responsiveness, equity, inclusiveness, and covering the needs of diverse populations Desired · practice working on externally funded projects and seeking external funding · practice with teaching and/or professional development in urban schools · skills in using classroom assessments and student achievement data to inform instruction · Demonstrated use of technology integration in teaching and professional development · Demonstrated teacher leadership abilities and practice with field-located teacher preparation · Participation in collaborative and school/community-located initiatives and partnerships · Highly motivated, organized, and able to handle multiple responsibilities · Demonstrated expertise of 21st century education and education for globalization · practice and evidence of excellence in teaching at the college level · Current teaching license RESPONSIBILITIES · Teach and supervise field-located and online elementary education or related undergraduate and graduate courses. · Implement a significant on-going program of focused scholarly research and publications, including collaborative efforts with colleagues. · Provide service and leadership abilities to state, regional and national professional organizations, the university, college, and department. · Provide professional service to surrounding school districts, education-related nonprofits, and programs · Chair and serve on master's and doctoral committees. · Engage in research, writing, and other scholarly activities related to elementary education Special Conditions: Posting Date: 10/08/2021 Closing Date: 11/13/2021 Open Until Screening Begins: Yes Hiring Range: income will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Special Instructions to candidates: Review of applications will begin October 22, 2021 and may continue until the position is filled. The department welcomes a diverse set of candidates. Applications are to be submitted electronically at https://workforum.memphis.edu. candidates are required to upload (1) a detailed a letter of application describing their teaching, research, and service interests and their leadership abilities or administrative practice, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. candidates will receive a confirmation number when all application materials are submitted in WorkforUM. Letters of reference and transcripts will be requested upon interview. Address inquiries and nominations to Dr. William Hunter at wchunter@memphis.edu. Employment will require prosperous completion of background check(s) in conformity with University policies. Instructions to Applicant regarding references: Review of applications will begin October 22, 2021 and may continue until the position is filled. The department welcomes a diverse set of candidates. Applications are to be submitted electronically at https://workforum.memphis.edu. candidates are required to upload (1) a detailed a letter of application describing their teaching, research, and service interests and their leadership abilities or administrative practice, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. candidates will receive a confirmation number when all application materials are submitted in WorkforUM. Letters of reference and transcripts will be requested upon interview. Address inquiries and nominations to Dr. William Hunter at wchunter@memphis.edu. Employment will require prosperous completion of background check(s) in conformity with University policies. Is this posting for UofM employees only?: No Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Curriculum Vitae » Cover Letter » Teaching Philosophy » References List Optional Documents Skills:
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