San Francisco State University
College of Education
Department of Secondary Education
Assistant Professor Teacher Educator
Tenure-Track Faculty Position
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY/ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT
San Francisco State University is a multipurpose institution of higher education with a population of 32,000 students from a diversity of backgrounds. It is a member of the California State University system. Excellence in teaching is the University's primary mission and distinguishing feature; commitment to research and creative activity and service to the community are high priorities. The Department of Secondary Education has a long and distinguished record in the professional preparation of middle and high school teachers.
The Department seeks a tenure-track faculty member with knowledge and abilities in ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT/EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY. Teaching experience at the middle and/or high school level in the United States is required. A record of preparing teachers to work in culturally and linguistically diverse urban environments is highly desirable. In addition, candidates should demonstrate experience in, or commitment to, preparing teachers to teach second language learners, being involved in ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT/EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY education scholarship and research, and using technology in teaching and learning.
The successful applicant will be required to teach a variety of courses to students with a diversity of subject matter backgrounds in the credential and masters programs, supervise student teachers and master's degree candidates, advise students, and maintain collaborative relationships with schools and teachers in the San Francisco Bay Area. The development of innovative instructional approaches, publications, special projects, and externally funded proposals is expected.
The applicant must meet criteria for a tenure-track position at the University. These criteria include a completed doctorate, potential for scholarly productivity relevant to the position described above, and demonstrated achievement and leadership in educational activities.
Screening begins DECEMBER 15, 2010. The position remains open until filled. The starting date is August 2011. The salary, to be negotiated, shall be commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a detailed curriculum vita with references and contact information, one professional manuscript, and three letters of recommendation to the address below. E-mail queries to Dr. Judith Kysh jkysh@sfsu.edu
jkysh@sfsu.edu
Department of Secondary Education
San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132
SFSU is an "Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer"
Ethnic minorities and individuals with disability are especially urged to apply
