Title: Assistant Professor of Education

VP Area: Academic Affairs

Department: College of Education & Liberal Arts

Published Salary Range: $62,500

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Teach and instruct students in the School of Education, utilizing various methods, such as lecture and demonstration, and uses audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement
presentations. Prepare teaching outline for course of study, assigns lessons, and corrects
homework and classroom papers. Administer tests to evaluate students' progress, records results, and issues reports to inform students of their progress. Participate in departmental committees and outreach programs, as requested. Engage in original scientific research, prepare research manuscripts, participate in academic conferences, and further institutional research goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. (doctorate) degree in Literacy, Culture and Language, or Education/closely related

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. (doctorate) degree in Literacy, Culture and Language, or Education/closely related

Physical Demands:

Typical demands of teaching at the university level exist, with the ability to stand for up to 4 hours in a single class session. The ability to manage the physical demands of 12 credits per semester, with the occasional possibility of overload and night classes.

The above statement reflects the general considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Work Hours: 

Mon - Fri, 8am-5pm

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please send resume to: Mary McLean, Lake Superior State University, 650 West Easterday, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783