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Job Description:

The College of Education at Saginaw Valley State University invites applications for a one-year temporary position as an Assistant Professor of Teacher Education to teach mathematics and/or social studies methods classes.

Responsibilities will include teaching in-person at the undergraduate level, engaging in service within the elementary program, the Teacher Education department and the College of Education, completing accreditation assessments, and collaborating with other faculty to ensure consistency amongst sections of coursework.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned Master of Arts in Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field; or ABD without a master's degree
• Minimum three years of classroom teaching experience in grades PK-6 classrooms
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community and our partner K-12 schools
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching elementary mathematics and/or social studies methods courses
• Knowledge of Michigan standards for PK-6 teacher preparation
• Experience using Canvas as an online learning management system
• Capacity to provide service to the program, department, and college
• Experience with designing curriculum focused on elementary teacher education
• Preference will be given to candidates who have certification and/or experience designing curriculum, teaching undergraduate coursework, or supervising fieldwork focused on elementary education. Additional preferences include content expertise in mathematics and/or social studies and the ability to integrate DEI into the curriculum.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Applicants must be available during the day for on-campus teaching and able to attend program meetings and monthly department meetings.
• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or 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. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Unofficial transcripts (above bachelor's)
• Any additional documents (e.g., licenses, courses).

Applicants must state their availability for on-campus teaching and attendance of program and department meetings.

Posted through: Open until filled

Applicants must apply online:www.jobs.svsu.edu

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).
SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.
SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students' performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website,http://www.svsu.edu.