Teaching Specialist/Lecturer AY23 Continuous Recruitment (MNGOT: MN Grow Your Own Teachers Program Course Instructor)
University of Minnesota | |
United States, Minnesota, Saint Paul | |
April 21, 2024 | |
Job ID
348890Location
Twin CitiesJob Family
Education-GeneralFull/Part Time
Part-TimeRegular/Temporary
TemporaryJob Code
9754Employee Class
Acad Prof and AdminAbout the Job
Position Overview The Minnesota Grow Your Own Teachers Program (MNGOT) in the Multiple Pathways to Teaching (MPT) office, College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) has openings for temporary, non-tenured, Academic Professional and Administrative (P&A) positions, paid on a per course basis, and appointed as Teaching Specialist/Lecturer. These appointments are typically arranged semester by semester or summer and employment is contingent upon the course meeting its enrollment target. Applications are reviewed as openings occur, and individual applicants are invited to interview when their skills or areas of expertise match an opening. This posting is designed to establish a pool of instructors. Applications will not be acknowledged, but will be reviewed when such openings occur throughout the academic year. Job Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching graduate level courses for students pursuing initial licensure. The syllabi have already been developed and we require that instructors use these as they are part of an overall program design. We utilize the Canvas course management system, and we have a template designed for use for all courses. Instructors develop and maintain the course Canvas site. Teaching:
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications (non-Methods Instructor)
Required Qualifications (Methods Instructor)
Required Qualifications (Reading Methods specifically)
Preferred Qualifications
*Employees with an M.A. will be hired as a Teaching Specialist. Employees with a Ph.D. will be hired as a lecturer About the Department
Department Overview We are a community dedicated to social justice and equity in education. Our students, faculty, and staff are working towards improving educational practices, preparing new teachers for success, and helping students learn while supporting their cultures and identities. We are reimagining what education can be. Our department has three main focus areas.
About the College The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice. How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This is a continuous recruiting position and will remain open for the Academic Year. There may or may not be positions actively available, but your application will be kept on file for the duration of the year. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu. Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. |