Middle Tennessee State University is seeking qualified applicants for a 10-month, full-time clinical-track position (#125190). This is an annual contract at the Clinical Instructor rank that may be continued based upon a positive annual evaluation and recommendation of the Program Coordinator/Dean. Start date for the position is August 1, 2018.

The successful candidate will become a non-tenurable clinical faculty member in the MTeach Program. An appointment to this position will primarily involve participation in teaching and/or supervising undergraduate and post baccalaureate students in courses and experiences related to field-based teacher preparation. Primary responsibilities include teaching field-based courses students take in their pursuit of certification, working with local area public school teachers who act as mentors for the students, and conducting field observations of the students teaching in classrooms. The successful candidate will be a vital member of the MTeach team. Master Teachers may also have the opportunity to participate in offering dual enrollment courses in their field of expertise. Additional duties will include student mentoring, advising, and other program related tasks. Interest in participating in professional preparation program expected.

See www.mtsu.edu/mteach for more information about the MTeach program.

Required Education
Master's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Geosciences, Science Education, Mathematics Education, Agriculture Education, Education: Curriculum and Instruction, or Education: Administrative and Supervision by appointment date.

Required Related Experience
Minimum 5 years experience as a secondary classroom teacher. Expertise in appropriate use of instructional technology.

Required License/Registration/Certification
Other Desirable
Applicants with public school teaching experience will receive special consideration.

Salary and Benefits
Salary commensurate with education and experience. Additionally, MTSU provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as several other optional benefit plans
• Retirement savings programs that include your choice of two plans as well as three deferred compensation savings plans
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Programs
• Sick leave

Job Open Date 04/18/2018
Job Review Date for Optimal Consideration 05/02/2018
Is this position Grant Funded? No
Special Instructions to Applicants
NOTE : In order to successful apply, applicants are required to include a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and a statement of Teaching Philosophy, specifying why you are interested in working with pre-service teachers, at the time of online application.

If you need assistance in applying please contact our Faculty Recruitment Specialist at 615-898-5128.

If you have position specific questions, please contact Ms. Sally Millsap at Sally.Millsap@mtsu.edu.

Additional Information
If selected for interview, applicants should then request official transcripts (not issued to student) of all college degrees be sent directly to the academic department prior to the interview. In order to complete an employment agreement, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution must be provided. If transcripts are from a non-U.S. institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts both translated into English and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Likewise, you will be required to provide names and contact information for three recommenders (external to MTSU ) during your application to the posting. If you are approved for the candidate pool, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided. The letters should be returned via the unique link provided in the solicitation of the recommendation and must be current and specific to the job posting. Letters or recommendation may not be provided from a general dossier.

Applications received by posted Review Date will receive full consideration. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU available at www.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Pre-Employment Information
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Job Category Faculty - Clinical
Job Type Full Time
Academic Resources

Reference Letters

Reference Letters

Accept References Yes
Minimum Requests 3
Maximum Requests 5
Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference 07/31/2018
Special Instructions to Reference Provider
Recommendation letters must be submitted via the uniquely assigned link included in the solicitation email and per the instructions included. The solicitation will be automatically generated if/when the recommendations are required. Generic letters stored on a third party site will not be accepted.

Letters may be addressed to the attention of:
Sally Millsap
Program Coordinator, MTeach

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a sexual offender or violent sexual offender as defined by T.C.A. 40-39-202?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • MTSU Jobs
   • State Office of Employment Services
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Friend/Employee
   • Other

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Document 2

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