TT in Physical Science at Wheelock College

About Wheelock College:
Founded in 1888 and located in Boston, MA, Wheelock College is a private institution with the public mission of improving lives of children and their families. The College fulfills this mission by providing a strong education in the arts and sciences and in its professional fields - education, child and family studies, and social work - for which its undergraduate and graduate programs are nationally and internationally recognized. Throughout its academic programs and student experience, the College reflects the multicultural dimensions of the communities and countries in which it operates and fosters diverse learning experiences - all of which contributes to the success, leadership, and impact that its graduates enjoy in a wide variety of careers.

Job Description:
The Mathematics/Science Department is seeking a science faculty member for a full time, tenure track position in the life or physical science.
The new faculty member will take a leadership role in advancing course development and curriculum design within the science program as part of a larger initiative to increase math/science content knowledge of students. The successful candidate will have an interest in developing and growing a science program in accordance with the various majors offered at Wheelock College including prospective elementary and pre-elementary teachers. As such, the successful candidate will have additional responsibilities such as teaching inquiry-based laboratory courses related to their content area of expertise, advising students, grant writing, and participating in the administration of the Math/Science Department and the School of Arts and Sciences.

Requirements:

• Doctorate in Science (e.g., Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Meteorology, Environmental Science)
• Undergraduate teaching experience
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• Demonstrated or emerging record of scholarship, research, and publication
• Demonstrated or emerging ability to secure external funding through grant writing
• Strong commitment to teaching with an inquiry based pedagogy
• Ability to integrate technology in teaching, including hybrid and online teaching, as well as classroom applications.

 
Additional Information:
Wheelock is a diverse community devoted to promoting and acceptance of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, or physical ability. Each employee, regardless of position, is thus expected to support actively the College's commitment to such diversity by displaying a positive attitude toward and acceptance of all employees and students regardless of such differences.
Wheelock College is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer

Application Instructions:
A complete application must include: cover letter explaining how the minimum and desirable qualifications are met; resume or vitae; the names and addresses, email address and telephone numbers of three (3) current professional references; sample of scholarly work and teaching philosophy; and documented proof of completion of all degrees or transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are accepted with official transcripts needed before hire. All requested document/ information become the property of the College. The position will remain open until filled.

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TT in Secondary Science at Missouri State Springfield, Greenwood Lab School

Position Title	Instructor-9 month appointment
Work Location	Springfield Campus
Department	Greenwood Lab School
Pay Grade	Unclassified
Faculty Appointment Type	Tenure Track
Term (if applicable)	9 month
Begin Date of Appointment	08/12/2013
Exempt/Non-Exempt	Exempt
General Function	The Instructor is a member of the ranked faculty whose duties require effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to staying current with their discipline and appropriate pedagogies, and a willingness to serve the academic unit, college and/or University. The Instructor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. Effective January 1 2007, the Instructor rank is a tenure-track appointment only for faculty appointed by the two-year open admissions campus at West Plains and the Greenwood Laboratory School.
Description of Primary Duties	Greenwood is a laboratory school with Missouri State University with approximately 375 students in grades K-12. Primary responsibility is to teach secondary science classes (grades 7-12), including Biology, in an inquiry based approach implementing resources from the Web via a SmartBoard, knowledge/use of Blackboard, arrange a summer science academy and participate in science contests. Greenwood faculty are expected to contribute to the function of a lab school and support the goals and mission of Greenwood and the University. Other responsibilities include working with the public affairs initiative, parents, college students, faculty, staff and other duties inherent to working in a K-12 school as assigned. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications	The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Instructor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Additional Qualifications	Required: Masters degree in Education, or completion of masters degree within one year of hire, certification in Biology, full-time secondary science teaching experience including Biology, eligible for Missouri Teacher Certificate, technology skills including use/knowledge of SmartBoard, websites, digital instructional materials and scholarly potential.
Link to Job Description	http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21479.htm
Open Date	02/08/2013
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants	This is a Secondary Science Instructor (grades 7-12, including Biology) position. Tenure, if applied for and granted, will be at Greenwood Laboratory School only. Official transcript for highest degree will be required if hired. The first consideration date is Febrary 25, 2013, with the position open until filled. Include contact information for 3 – 5 professional references in your Curriculum Vitae. Attach copy of teaching certificate to Certificate/License 1 under Applicant Documents.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement	Non Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or veteran status in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Prohibited sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence. In addition, the University does not discriminate on any basis (including, but not limited to, political affiliation and sexual orientation) not related to the applicable educational requirements for students or the applicable job requirements for employees. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, 901 South National Avenue, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, (417) 836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights.
Background Check Statement	Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail

Posting Number	20130004FTF
Quicklink for Posting	http://jobs.missouristate.edu:80/postings/6762

Non-TT faculty in Science Ed @ UT Arlington

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
College of Education and Health Professions
Department of Curriculum & Instruction
One (1) Clinical Assistant Professor (Non-tenured): Science Education
Search Code: EDU110112SCI

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Science Education to begin in August, 2013.

Required Qualifications: Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Science Education or a related
field. U.S. teacher certification and three years of successful public school teaching experience are also
required, preferably in the middle and/or high school grades.

Preferred Qualifications: Excellence in teaching, supervisory experience, and interest in engaging in
science education research. Candidates must also possess a commitment to inquiry-based/project-based
teaching and learning, and field-based teacher preparation.

The University of Texas at Arlington, is one of the largest of the 15 institutions in The University of
Texas System, is a Carnegie Research University/High Research Activity institution with more than
33,000 students including 7,869 graduate students in 31 doctoral programs and 75 master's programs. UT Arlington, located in the heart of the Dallas/Forth Worth Metroplex, is a world-class institution attracting students from around the globe. The College of Education and Health Professions is NCATE-accredited, and is known for excellence in PK-12 Teaching and Learning, Science and Mathematics Education, Bilingual Education, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, and Kinesiology, and houses the Southwest Center for Mind, Brain and Education. Science Education at UT Arlington is a thriving, interdisciplinary program with rich opportunities for PK-16 teaching, research, and service. The Science Education program has been awarded multi-million dollar grants from state and national funding agencies for the promotion of STEM education initiatives. These initiatives are in partnership with the College of Science, College of Engineering, and school districts in the DFW metropolitan area, and include the UTeach Arlington science and mathematics teacher preparation program.

Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled. Please submit the following documents electronically:  (1) a letter of interest addressing required and preferred qualifications; (2) a list of five references (i.e. names, relationship to the applicant, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses); (3) a curriculum vita: to
ScienceEducationFacultySearch@uta.edu, Attn: Dr. Ann Cavallo, Chair, Science Education Faculty
Search Committee UT Arlington is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The use of tobacco products is prohibited on UT Arlington properties. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists.