Position 1: Assistant Professor of Education- School of Humanities and Sciences
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Ithaca College’s Department of Education invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor position for a teacher educator with a specialty in social foundations of education to join a collaborative, growing department beginning August 16, 2013. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in social foundations of education; teaching courses in other areas such as methods or field-based seminars appropriate for the candidate’s expertise and the department’s needs; supervising field experiences; conducting and publishing research; and participating in service to the department, campus, community, and profession. We seek a creative colleague with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and innovative practice in education, consistent with our department’s mission.
Qualifications: Teacher education experience; experience addressing issues of diversity and equity in education; a record of (or clear potential for) scholarly activity; at least three years of experience teaching in K-12 public schools (or equivalent experience); a record of collaborative activity; and excellent written and oral communication skills required. Experience supervising field experiences preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with an earned doctorate by time of appointment in education, curriculum and instruction, or a related field. However, ABD candidates who have made significant progress towards completion of the degree are also encouraged to apply.
Position Two: Assistant Professor of Education: Educational Psychology/Child and Adolescent Development/ Special Education
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Ithaca College’s Department of Education invites applications for a tenure-eligible position for a teacher educator with expertise in educational psychology, child/adolescent development, and special education to join a collaborative, growing department beginning August 16, 2013. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in educational psychology, child/adolescent development, and special education; teaching courses in other areas appropriate for the candidate’s expertise and the department’s needs; supervising field experiences; conducting and publishing research; and participating in service to the department, campus, community, and profession. We seek a creative colleague with a deep commitment to equity, and innovative practice in education, consistent with our department’s mission.
Qualifications: Teacher education experience; a record of (or clear potential for) scholarly activity; experience addressing issues of diversity and equity in education; at least three years of experience working in K-12 public schools (or equivalent experience); a record of collaborative activity; excellent written and oral communication skills; and a strong developmental background required. Earned doctorate in education, psychology, or a related field preferred at the time of appointment. However, ABD candidates who have made significant progress towards completion of the degree are also encouraged to apply.
More About Ithaca College’s Department of Education
We are an expanding department, located in the School of Humanities and Sciences, with teacher certification programs at the undergraduate level in secondary education and K-12 art education and at the Masters level in secondary and elementary education. We also offer courses for students in other teacher education programs on campus and for students with an interest in the study of education as a social science. Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of 7000 students, offers a learning experience that combines the best of the liberal arts and professional education. Our new strategic plan IC 20/20 positions us to offer a truly distinct integrative learning experience that allows us to graduate students who are ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age. We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history.
Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the U.S. To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at www.ithaca.edu. Ithaca College continually strives to build an inclusive and welcoming community of individuals, with diverse talents and skills from a multitude of backgrounds, who are committed to civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the free and open exchange of ideas. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population and that reflect a commitment to encouraging the success of all students. We also seek candidates who have relevant experience and/or a record of professional engagement with groups and communities underrepresented in the academy. Candidates from underrepresented groups whose exclusion from the academy has been longstanding are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested individuals should apply online at apply.icjobs.org and attach the requested documents. Questions about the online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274‑8000. Review of applications will begin immediately. To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by November 15, 2012.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.