Assistant Teaching Professor of Inclusive Early Childhood Education
Assistant Teaching Professor of Inclusive Early Childhood Education
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Job Description
Summary
The Department of Humanities at BGSU Firelands invites applications for a qualifiedrank (a.k.a. nontenure track) assistant teaching professor in inclusive early childhood education with a start date of August is a fulltime renewable 9month faculty appointment.
Information about Program and College
The Inclusive Early Childhood Education program at BGSU Firelands includes both an associate degree and a bachelors degree. The program serves students seeking to teach PreK through Grade 5 elementary and special education. The bachelors degree licenses teachers in both elementary PK5 and special education PK5.
As a Public University for the Public GoodBGSU Firelands was established in 1968 with the mission of making higher education accessible to students in Erie Huron and Ottawa counties. As one of Bowling Green State Universitys seven undergraduate academic colleges and its sole regional campus in Huron Ohio BGSU Firelands is a driver of economic growth that is shaping the regions future with degree programs that are accessible affordable and in demand. BGSU Firelands is home to a diverse group of undergraduate programs housed in three academic departments: Applied Sciences Humanities and Natural and Social Sciences. The Inclusive Early Childhood Education program is housed within the Humanities Department.
More than 50 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 25 undergraduate majors and programs including 7 bachelor programs and 15 associate programs. A focus on promoting research scholarships and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.
Guided by Forward BGSUs strategic plan the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fourth year in a row The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.Essential Functions
- Teach 12 credit hours per semester in the area of inclusive early childhood education.
- Courses are primarily in person but online and evening teaching may be required.
- Participate in professional development.
- Participate in department college and university service activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- A masters degree in education with a focus on elementary education special education educational administration curriculum and/or a related field at the time of appointment
- Experience as an intervention specialist elementary education instructor and/or inclusive preschool education instructor with at least three years experience teaching in a PK5 general education. classroom in a special education classroom and/or as an early childhood intervention specialist
- Evidence of a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the profession
- Experience with elementary inclusive settings
- Experience teaching elementary math or science education
- Experience or training in the Science of Reading
- Experience teaching elementary education courses at the undergraduate level including as an appointed faculty member parttime faculty member and/or graduate student.
Additional Information
Application Materials Required
- A cover letter that includes a summary of professional experience
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy that includes discussion of working with diverse students
- Names and contact information of three professional references
Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.
BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check before receiving an employment offer.
Application Deadline
The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however for best consideration applications should be provided by January 10 2025.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive and commensurate with candidates experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.
Further Information
For more information contact Heather Closen at.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
