Position Information

Position Information

Position Number 139120
Working Title Assistant Professor
Job Title Assistant Professor
Job Type Full-Time
Department School of Human Ecology
Job Purpose
Teach courses, perform research, other duties as assigned by the School of Human Ecology.

Essential Functions
Teach undergraduate level courses in Family and Consumer Sciences Education/Child Development & Family Relations as well as other Family and Consumer Science content as appropriate for expertise and education.

Minimum Qualifications
Advanced terminal degree from an accredited institution in Family and Consumer Sciences or closely related field by start date. Three years successful teaching experience in the content areas at the collegiate level. Demonstrated record of scholarly and creative activities within the teaching disciplines. Teaching licensure in Family and Consumer Sciences in middle and/or high school.

Preferred Qualifications
Qualified to teach the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Body of Knowledge using a variety of teaching techniques. Holistic educational background in a Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Ecology and/or Human Sciences unit. Experience with EDTPA (teacher assessment software) and ability to supervise Family and Consumer Sciences student teachers following state of Tennessee residency requirements. Ability to provide advising services to students in content areas. Ability to achieve certification from the National Council on Family Relations in Family Life Education (CFLE). Demonstrated experience and leadership in program development, student recruitment and unit accreditation. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in both university and community settings with faculty, staff, students and community groups of diverse backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position to begin August 2019. Anticipated Vacancy.
Benefits Information
The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one sick leave day per month and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.

Posting Details

Posting Date 12/05/2018
Screening Date 02/04/2019
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants will be required to electronically upload a letter of application that addresses the required qualifications and duties, curriculum vitae (with pertinent experience), teaching philosophy, copies of graduate transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and email addresses for three references at time of application. References will be contacted via email to provide a reference letter. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Application without all required materials are considered incomplete and will not be considered.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts 2
2. Transcripts 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have or will you have by start date, an advanced terminal degree from an accredited institution in Family and Consumer Sciences or closely related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have three years of successful teaching experience in the content areas at the collegiate level?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a demonstrated record of scholarly and creative activities within the teaching disciplines?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have or will you have by start date, a teaching licensure in Family and Consumer Sciences in middle and/or high school?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * How did you hear about this job opportunity?
   (Open Ended Question)

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