The George Washington University is a UTeach Institute replication site. The University is seeking candidates for appointment as a Research Instructor who will be known as a Master Teacher. The Master Teacher role is a non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Research Instructor, to begin no later than June 1, 2015. The work of the Master Teacher is to support the preparation of a new generation of middle and secondary STEM teachers. Candidates appointed as Master Teachers are recruited specifically for the funded GW Teach program. In alignment with the UTeach program replication, the master teacher models effective classroom instruction, prepares undergraduate STEM majors to be future teachers, provides feedback and mentoring to students and manages the UTeach field experiences. The master teacher is expected to be knowledgeable about the needs of new educators and the realities of the challenges they face. He/she will serve as instructor, role model and informal on-demand advisor, and provide continuity for students through the program.
Basic Qualifications: Applicants must: 1) have an undergraduate degree in a STEM area and a masters degree in Education in one of the STEM disciplines; 2) hold a public school teaching license in a STEM content area; 3) have at least five years of secondary public school teaching experience with a demonstrated ability to use best practices as evidenced by local, state or national awards; 4) have experience as a mentor teacher or coach; and 5) be a recognized leader in a school district.
Period of Appointment
This non-tenure track faculty appointment is for 10 months (9-month academic year and the equivalent of 1 month summer. The initial appointment term is three years with the possibility of renewal, Reappointment is contingent on funding and satisfactory performance.
The George Washington University is located in the heart of Washington, DC, and provides an unparalleled opportunity to study, teach, and learn among leaders and practitioners.
The Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy in the Graduate School of Education and Human Development prepares teachers, specialists, and researchers through programs that are interdisciplinary and research-based. The departments mission is to educate students to become well-informed scholars, effective educators, and thoughtful researchers who strive for positive change in schools. The department comprises eleven faculty members with expertise across the secondary education disciplines of English, foreign language, math, science, and social studies; as well as ESOL, literacy, and elementary education. Approximately 150 students are enrolled in the departments programs.
How to Apply: Applications should be submitted online at http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/26833 and must include: 1) a letter of application, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) official academic transcripts, and 4) three references. Review of applicant credentials will begin on June 1, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
For additional information contact:
Curtis Pyke, Ph.D.
Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy, Search Committee Chair
The Graduate School of Education and Human Development
The George Washington University
2134 G Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20052
P: 202 994-4516
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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