Assistant Teaching Professor in Elementary Social Studies Education

5 days ago


Ames, Iowa, United States Iowa State University Full time

Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor in Elementary Social Studies Education
Appointment Type:
Faculty
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The School of Education (SOE) in the College of Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for a teaching faculty position in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Social Studies at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor with a start date of August 16, 2024. This is a 2-year full-time term faculty position with the possibility for renewal and carries a four course per semester teaching load. Renewal parameters are determined by performance and school need.

We seek a dynamic, innovative, and enthusiastic colleague who is concerned with supporting the development of pre-service elementary social studies teachers. The successful candidate should demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to equitable social studies teaching practices and who has experience with implementation of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) standards.

Specifically, we are looking for a faculty colleague to: (a) teach undergraduate methods courses in elementary social studies in our elementary education program; (b) teach other courses in our elementary education program such as undergraduate Foundations of Education courses (EDUC 204/205) and the Introduction to Elementary Teaching course (EDUC 245); and (c) participate in School of Education service, including program and school-level meetings and committees.

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Elementary Education or a closely related field

Completion of a teacher preparation program

Licensure/certification (in any state) in elementary education

Three years of experience as an elementary school teacher

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced coursework or PhD in elementary social studies education or closely related field

Experience preparing/supporting elementary school teachers

Evidence of effective teaching at the post-secondary level

Additional years as a successful elementary teacher

Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to equitable social studies teaching practices

Experience with implementation of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) standards

Department/Program & College Description:
The Iowa State University School of Education has a mission to educate, challenge, and prepare the leaders of tomorrow. Our program strengths are STEM education, rural education, instructional technology, leadership, diversity, social justice, and student affairs. These areas of interest not only benefit our students - they benefit the world. Iowa State University is a highly regarded research institution, and our School of Education follows its lead. We are home to acclaimed faculty members who are shaping our country's educational systems through their research. We also house a variety of our country's educational systems through their research. We also house a variety of centers and institutions that are leading the way in research. Our rigorous program draws in students from around the country who want to learn from the best and brightest in education. Our faculty members not only teach - they inspire so their students can go on to inspire others after they graduate.

Department Unit/Website:

Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2024
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time



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