Position Title:

Program Director for the Master of Science in Education (MSED)/ Professional Lecturer of Education

Department/School:

Teacher Education Department/School Social & Behavioral Sciences

Salary/Pay Rate:

$80,000 - $85,000

Job Summary:

The Marist University Teacher Education Department seeks candidates for the Program Director and Professional Lecturer of Teacher Education to begin in the fall 2025.

This position provides coordination for the advanced certification Master of Science in Education (MSED) in Contemporary Curriculum & Instruction Program. This program is offered in two delivery models: as part of our in-house 5-year accelerated program, or in an online asynchronous 16-month program. This is a full-time position with a 24-credit teaching load; 12 credit release for administrative responsibilities.

We are excited to announce the opening this fall (2024) of the fully renovated Dyson building which houses our state-of-the-art Teaching Methods Lab with adjoining Maker Space and separate Curriculum Resource room.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have teacher certification, teaching experience in P-12 schools, and a student-centered approach to preparing future educators. A doctoral degree in education P-12 or a related field from an accredited university is required. Applicants should be able to model culturally responsive pedagogical approaches across all courses and foster inclusive classroom environments.

Essential Functions:

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Recruits and interviews all students for both the 5-year program and the online program.
• Advises all candidates in the MSED program.
• Maintains positive relationships with P-12 partner schools.
• Hires all part-time faculty associated with MSED.
• Provides orientation for students in MSED program.
• Recommends MSED students for certification; remains current with relevant NYSED regulations.
• With support from the Assessment Coordinator, maintains assessment system for MSED program.
• Addresses student concerns that arise in the MSED program.
• Creates and staffs schedule of courses each term.
• Oversees Capstone Project development and assessment (current portfolio format).

Lecturer Responsibilities:

• Teaches 12 credits (2:2) in undergraduate or graduate courses associated with the MSED program.
• Serves as faculty advisor to students in the MSED program.
• Participates in department, school, and faculty plenary meetings
• Engages in professional activity, as relevant to the position
• Participates in open house events

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years of classroom teaching P-16
• At least 3 years of administrative experience in a teacher preparation program.
• Expertise in curriculum development

Required Application Documents:

• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references
• Cover letter that includes a description of the candidate’s experience working with students from various backgrounds and with varying degrees of college preparedness.

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Teacher Education Department is a member of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences along with the departments of Psychology, Crime & Justice Studies, and Social Work. The Teacher Education Department offers a variety of teacher preparation programs including: (1) elementary education, grades 1-6, with dual certification for students with disabilities (2) a birth through second grade add-on teacher certification, and (3) a 5-year MAT adolescence education program, grades 7 – 12, with dual certification for students with disabilities in eight content areas (English, math, social studies/history, biology, chemistry, earth science, Spanish, and French). The department also offers an advanced master’s degree (MSED) program in two delivery models: as part of our in-house 5-year accelerated program or as an asynchronous online 16-month program.

The Teacher Education Department and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences are committed to advancing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive climate. The school has taken leadership with several social justice initiatives, including Creating an Inclusive Community dialogues, the Marist Center for Social Justice Research, and the Marist University Diversity Leadership Institute.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about 

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time), Admin

Months per Year:

10

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school activities, scholarship/professional development, and other activities as needed.

Hours per Week:

37.5

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of minorities, women, people with disabilities, and any other protected groups found to be under represented.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.