ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Teacher Education

RESPONSIBILITIES: Mesa State College invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Curriculum & Instruction with a strong background in elementary education. The successful candidate for this position will contribute professionally to the undergraduate program in the Center for Teacher Education. Mesa State College is interested in applicants who are deeply committed to K - 12 teacher preparation through the use of innovative methodology, pedagogical best practices and instructional technologies. The successful candidate will perform teaching responsibilities, coordinate and supervise field based experiences, maintain an active program of scholarship commensurate with a teaching centric college, perform student advising duties and service contributions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Required qualifications include an earned doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field, undergraduate and/or graduate teaching experience in elementary education, three years of K -8 experience and experience with web development. Preference will be given to candidates with elementary science and/or social studies experience. ABD will be considered but the degree must be conferred before Fall 2009. Knowledge of accreditation processes as well as course development and delivery for distance learning is desired.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning August 2008.

SALARY: Salary for this nine-month academic position is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Summer teaching may be available. The College offers an excellent health and retirement benefit package.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin April 25, 2008.

APPLICATIONS: Submit a completed Mesa State College Exempt and Professional Staff job application (available at www.mesastate.edu/finadmin/hr/projobapp.pdf), letter of interest, unofficial transcripts, and a current resume with the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional references to:

Assistant Professor of Teacher Education Search Committee
Human Resources, LHH 237
Mesa State College
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, Colorado 81501-3122
Phone: 970 248-1820; Fax: 970 248-1061

Mesa State College requires background investigation for employment.

Mesa State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer,
committed to a culturally diverse staff and student body.

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