Academic Faculty Position in Education

6 days ago


Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States Penn State University Full time
About the Position

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a highly qualified and dedicated individual to fill the position of Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor of Education in the School of Behavioral Sciences and Education. This is a one-year appointment Full-Time Non-Tenure-Line faculty position within the Teacher Education program at Penn State Harrisburg, beginning January 2025.

Responsibilities
  • Teaching: The successful candidate will be expected to teach four courses per semester, including undergraduate and graduate elementary and secondary education courses, participate in academic advising, participate in recruitment and accreditation efforts, and supervise candidates in field/student teaching experiences.
  • Research/Scholarship/Creative Accomplishments: The candidate is expected to engage in scholarly activities in their respective area of expertise.
  • Service: The candidate is expected to provide service across the College and University that promotes a commitment to the professional and regional community of the campus, including DEIB goals, such as committee work, community engagement, mentorship, and other contributions to the campus and the broader academic community.
Qualifications
  • Education: An earned master's or a doctorate degree in curriculum and instruction, educational psychology, or a closely related field is required. Individuals with a master's degree will be considered at the rank of instructor, and individuals with a doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, DEd) will be considered at the rank of assistant teaching professor.
  • Expertise: Candidates who have K-12 teaching experience and demonstrated expertise in the areas of educational psychology, curriculum foundations and development, and classroom assessment and data literacy will receive special consideration.
  • Experience: The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience and hold a current Pennsylvania Level II instructional certificate.
  • DEIB Commitment: Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to transforming teaching methods, communication approaches, course materials, learning objectives, and learning environments to genuinely support, respect, and cater to the diverse needs of Penn State Harrisburg's student populations.
Application Process

To apply for the Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor of Education at Penn State Harrisburg, please visit Penn State's Human Resources website and submit the following documents:

  • Cover Letter: A cover letter is required and should address the candidate's qualifications and experience, interest in the position, DEIB commitment, and alignment with Penn State Harrisburg's values.
  • Curriculum Vitae: A complete CV is required and should highlight the candidate's education, research, teaching, and professional experience.
  • Teaching Philosophy: Candidates must submit a statement on their teaching philosophy, including strategies for promoting DEIB.
  • Professional References: Candidates must submit a list of three professional references with contact information.


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