AsstAssoc Prof of Practice Career and Technical Education
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The Career and Technical Education (CTE) program in the School of Education at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice. The CTE program currently serves undergraduate and graduate students who earn degrees in education leading to grades 612 licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Tech is the states largest residential university with more than 36000 students. The more than 40 faculty colleagues in the School of Education currently offer 14 different graduate degrees to more than 600 students. Building on the university motto Ut Prosim (that I may serve) and Inclusive VT the School is committed to serving in the spirit of diversity and equity.
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in CTE on the Blacksburg campus. The position is a nontenuretrack academic year (three courses per semester) appointment with possible opportunities for summer session employment. The start date is August 10 2025.
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the position require the assistant/associate professor of practice to offer courses in an area(s) of expertise and/or areas of program need. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester which may include professional seminars and supervision of preservice teachers in schools. Additional responsibilities include advising secondary CTE students supervising the portfolio process preparing accreditation and assessment reports and other program responsibilities as needed. Service to the School of Education and the college is also expected. Although faculty members who are professors of practice may conduct research there are no expectations for an extensive research program as is typical of tenuretrack faculty appointments. There may be occasional travel to attend professional conferences. A criminal background check is required of all candidates recommended for employment.
Required Qualifications
A doctorate in Career and Technical Education Technology Education Engineering Education STEM Education Agricultural Education Industrial Technology or other related doctoral degrees from an appropriately accredited institution at the time of appointment
A minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience at the K12 grade level at a U.S. school
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated experience in and commitment to creating an inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience as a University Supervisor for field experiences at the undergraduate and/or graduate level(s)
Record of scholarship outreach and service commensurate with rank
Demonstrated skills in modeling technological content and workforce skills in their teaching practices
Demonstrated success in building partnerships with industries extension and/or educational communities
Record of teaching excellence at the postsecondary level
Demonstrated ability to integrate current tools for teaching and problemsolving in the laboratory and field environment in CTE
Demonstrated excellence in pedagogical content related to WorkBased Learning (WBL) and Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
Experience in supervising maintaining and improving laboratory facilities
Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.vt. Please read the instructions carefully. The online application includes the following documents:
- A detailed cover letter describing the applicants qualifications for the position
- A curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information for three references
Review of applications will begin on November 11 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.
For more information contact: Dr. Bradley Bowen School of Education
Appointment Type
Restricted 3 Year Appointment
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Review Date
November 11 2024 open until filled
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
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Employment Type
Full Time
