Tenure-Track position in Teacher Education: Curriculum and Instructional Methods in Science
Curriculum and Instructional Methods Teaching Position with Emphasis in Science Instruction
School of Education
The School of Education at the University of Redlands, Redlands, California invites applications for a tenure-track position in Teacher Education: Curriculum and Instructional Methods in Science. This is an 11-month contract, rank open, beginning in July 2010. The candidate must have an earned doctorate. The candidate must have experience working with culturally diverse populations in K-12 schools, and with state and national science standards. The successful candidate will teach curriculum and methods courses in the Preliminary Teacher Credential Program, advise students and do appropriate scholarship/research. All candidates should have the ability to work collaboratively with school personnel, excellent teaching skills, and an active engagement in scholarship.
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in one or more of the following areas: standardized assessment, high school exit exam and college admission and placement tests, curriculum development, supervision of student fieldwork and working with doctoral students. The University of Redlands seeks candidates who have experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives, previous experience working with culturally diverse populations in K-12 schools in leadership roles, and an interest in developing and implementing curricula that address multicultural issues, as well as working with doctoral students in the University's only doctoral program—the Doctorate in Leadership for Educational Justice (Ed.D.). The School of Education is committed to our credo of "Standing for Academic Excellence and Educational Justice." Applicants should share in our vision of preparing culturally proficient educational leaders who will help all students become successful learners.
To apply, please send a letter of application describing your interest and qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vitae, a sample of your professional writing, and three letters of reference to: School of Education Faculty Search, University of Redlands, P.O. Box 3080, Redlands, CA 92373.
Review of application will begin in December, 2009 and continue until filled. The University of Redlands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly urged to apply.
