Job Description
The Elementary Education program in the School of Education at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Practice. The elementary education program currently serves undergraduate and graduate students who earn degrees in Education leading to PK-6 licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia Tech is the state's largest residential university with more than 36,000 students. The more than 40 faculty colleagues in the School of Education currently offer 14 different graduate degrees to more than 600 students. Building on the university motto Ut Prosim (that I may serve) and InclusiveVT, the School is committed to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, equity, and excellence.
Position: Assistant Professor of Practice in Elementary Education on the Blacksburg campus. The position is a non-tenure-track, academic year appointment with possible opportunities for summer session employment. The start date is August 10, 2025.
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the position require the assistant professor of practice to offer courses in an area(s) of expertise within the general elementary education curriculum. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, which may include professional seminars and/or supervision of preservice teachers in schools. Additional responsibilities include advising elementary education students, supervising of the portfolio process, preparing accreditation and assessment reports, and other program responsibilities as needed. Service to the School of Education and the college is also expected. Although professor of practice faculty members may conduct research, there are no expectations for an extensive research program as is typical of tenure-track faculty appointments. There may be occasional travel to attend professional conferences. A criminal background check is required of all candidates recommended for employment.
Required Qualifications
Successful candidates must have:
1. Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Education, or a related field. (Completion of the doctoral degree is required at the time of appointment.)
2. A minimum of 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience at the PreK-6 grade level at a U.S. school.
3. A PreK-6 teaching license in one of the U.S. states.
4. Demonstrated experience with and commitment to working with diverse populations, including knowledge and experience in creating an inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience supervising pre-service teachers either as a university supervisor or a cooperating teacher in a K-12 school.
2. Experience teaching courses in an accredited elementary licensure program.
3. Experience conducting professional development for teachers (e.g., school-based, conferences, workshops).
4. Experience with CAEP or VA Dept. of Education accreditation of an elementary licensure program.
5. Expertise in an elementary-level content area.
Application Process: Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.vt.edu (click on Search Postings, and choose posting number 531253). Please read the instructions carefully. The online application includes the following documents:
1. Application
2. A detailed cover letter that addresses the applicant's professional qualifications for the position
3. Curriculum vitae
4. The names and contact information for three references.
Review of applications will begin on November 4, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
For more information contact: Peter Doolittle, School of Education, Corporate Research Center (CRC) Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, 540.231.1802, pdoo@vt.edu
Appointment Type
Restricted, 3 year appointment
Salary Information
Commensurate with Experience
Review Date
November 4, 2024, open until filled
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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