Teacher Education Foundations Instructor Community College Faculty

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Job Description

This position offers the opportunity to teach foundational courses within our Elementary and Special Education Transfer Pathway helping students build the knowledge skills and professional dispositions needed to succeed in todays diverse and evolving this role you will engage future teachers in coursework that explores child growth and development inclusive and culturally responsive practices educational technology literacy development and the foundations of the profession. Through both online asynchronous instruction and limited in-person engagement (approximately one day per week on our Hutchinson or Willmar campuses) you will guide students in connecting theory to practice supporting their development as reflective practitioners prepared to meet the needs of all learners. Courses in this pathway emphasize:

Understanding the whole childincluding cognitive social-emotional and developmental processes across varied learning contexts

Creating inclusive and equitable learning environments that honor diverse backgrounds identities and abilities

Applying evidence-based teaching practices in literacy behavior support and instructional design

Supporting students with diverse and exceptional needs including those receiving special education services

Building strong partnerships with families and communities as essential contributors to student success This position is ideal for professionals with backgrounds in elementary or special education who are passionate about sharing their expertise mentoring future educators and contributing to the long-term strength of the teaching workforce.

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$43912 - $95542: Dependent on education and years of experience there are step limits in the contract with the highest salary delegated at around $71893.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

• Masters degree with a major in education.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified teaching experience at the elementary or secondary level..

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Other Requirements

Applications must include:
Online Employment Application
Resume
Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications
Unofficial copy of transcripts

About

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible supportive and inclusive environment.

VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation excellence and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
Enterprising - We are future-focused and change-oriented developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional system and local resources.
Empowerment We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
Excellence We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
Trust and Respect We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
Collaboration We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
Curiosity and Creativity We constantly strive to understand learn change and improve.
Accountability As individuals and groups we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Academic Year Contract
Medical Insurance (single coverage $48.94 per month and family coverage is $333.91 per month)
Dental Insurance (low deductibles; single coverage $14.50 per month and family coverage is $61.86 per month)
Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
Employer paid life insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Retirement Plan
Tax-deferred Compensation
Generous vacation and sick leave

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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