TT in Teacher Education/STEM, UW-Platteville

https://www.careers.wisconsin.edu/?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&JobOpeningId=9770&Po stingSeq=1 JOB DETAILS: The University of Wisconsin-Platteville School of Education seeks three tenure track assistant professors with a breadth of knowledge/experience in one or more of the following areas: early childhood, elementary education, reading, technology or STEM. These tenure-track positions will begin Fall 2015. Salary is competitive and provides excellent benefits. QUALIFICATIONS: Each position requires: 1. The completion of or demonstrated progress toward a Ph. D., Ed. D., or ABD in Early Childhood/Elementary Education/Reading Education/Technology/STEM or a related education field. The Ph.D. or Ed.D. must be completed prior to consideration for tenure. 2. At least three years of full-time K-12 experience 3. Strong written communication skills 4. Successful teaching evaluations 5. Development of partnerships 6. Technological skills 7. The ability to collaborate with area elementary schools and effectively integrate technology is required. RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibility will be to teach undergraduate and/or graduate education-related courses. A typical teaching load is twelve credits per semester. Applicants will also be expected to participate in scholarly activities, provide academic advising to students, and participate in department, college, and university service. Teaching assignment(s) may include early childhood, elementary, reading, and/or technology education courses. Candidates will also be expected to teach foundational core courses. These positions may include teaching courses using alternative delivery methods like on-line, telepresence videoconferencing, and/or weekends. CAMPUS INFORMATION: The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls about 8,000 students in 42 baccalaureate and 6 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. SPECIAL NOTES: The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire. In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Crime Statistics Report is available for review at http://www.uwplatt.edu/university/documents/student_policies/safety.html#crime_statistics. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608-342-1584 for a paper copy of the annual report. TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: To ensure full consideration, submit applications by October 1, 2014. A completed application with all required elements must be received to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications will be accepted until the positions have been filled. TO APPLY: To apply, please submit the following items: 1) A letter of application, addressing all qualifications listed above. 2) A vita with names and contact information of three current references. 3) A separate statement describing a history of working with or demonstrated commitment to addressing issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and/or other issues of historic marginalization. Official transcripts will be required of all finalists.