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This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneedperformanceand/oravailabilityoffunding.POSITION SPECIFICS
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 position is a 12-month 36-week non-tenure track appointment for fall and spring semesters beginning immediately or as negotiated.
Teaching 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.
Other Responsibilities: 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; and 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.
Qualifications: At the time of hire candidates must have a masters 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. Apply online at of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries can be directed to Ms. Kristen Pearson (). For additional information about Penn State Altoona please visit our web page at .
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
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 drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.BENEFITS
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional 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.For more detailed information please visit ourBenefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
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