Job Summary

The Department of Teaching, Leadership, and Counseling in Columbus State University's College of Education and Health Professions invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Middle Grades and Secondary Education.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include: assisting in coordinating the undergraduate and graduate programs in Middle Grades Education; effective teaching and advising at the graduate and undergraduate levels (face-to-face, blended, and fully online); designing, implementing, and assessing Middle Grades and Secondary Education programs of study; supervising student teachers, interns, and practicum students; engaging in research and scholarly activities, to include mentoring doctoral students; serving on and chairing doctoral dissertation committees; performing service to the program, department, college, and university; working closely with faculty in the secondary education programs as well as in the College of Letters and Sciences; and participating actively in Middle Grades and Secondary Education professional development and leadership activities.

The successful candidate will perform service and administrative tasks necessary to enhance program, department, college, and university goals and objectives; foster an environment of professionalism and collaboration; work in continuous improvement of educator preparation and educational research; demonstrate exceptional ability to function as part of a team with university faculty and community of practice; and engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement and active learning.

The selected candidate will be a community role model who fosters an environment of professionalism, scholarship, continuous improvement in Middle Grades and Secondary Education program design and delivery, and collaboration with the university faculty and public-school personnel. Additionally, the candidate will be a strong advocate for Middle Grades and Secondary Education within the university and community at large. The Department of Teaching, Leadership, and Counseling at Columbus State University prepares candidates to be student-centered teachers who promote engagement and success for all learners.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should have an earned doctorate (ABD considered) in Middle Grades/Secondary Education or a related field from a regionally accredited institution; experience and knowledge in education as a middle grades teacher (preferably in U.S. public schools), curriculum director, or administrator; excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills; a record of successful research and publication or strong evidence of potential; a demonstrated record of membership and participation in relevant professional organizations; a record of service and involvement in the profession; and the ability to use technology for synchronous and asynchronous instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have the ability to bring innovative strategies to our teacher education programs; have evidence of successful teaching at the college level in both traditional and online environments; have middle grades and secondary teaching experience in U.S. public schools; have evidence of collaborating with middle grades and secondary schools/partners in a Professional Development School; and have knowledge and experience with NCATE/CAEP accreditation.

Required Documents to Attach

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications for part-time and full-time faculty positions must include transcripts of all academic work, and official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, in particular a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline. Columbus State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Committed to Diversity in Hiring.

Required Documents to Submit with Online Application:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received prior to campus visit)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Scholarly Interests / Agenda
• Copy of recent paper presentation or publication
• Three references with emails and current telephone numbers

All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. If applicable, any international transcripts must be evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluator prior to submission.

About Us

Columbus State University provides a creative, deeply personal and relevant college experience. The University aspires to have faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Columbus region. Serving the Southeast while attracting students from around the world, Columbus State thrives on community partnerships to deliver excellence for students who want to achieve personal and professional success in an increasingly global environment. Students at Columbus State University find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. Just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Columbus State University is a proud member of the University System of Georgia, enrolling more than 8,400 students in a wide variety of degree programs, from online degrees to a doctorate in education. Among public regional universities in the South, Columbus State University recently ranked No. 46 in the "Best Colleges" rankings by U.S. News & World Report and No. 1 in the "Best Online Colleges in Georgia" for providing the best opportunities and value for students seeking online training and educational programs by the Affordable Colleges Online.

Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence - the Spencer House - in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Benning, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu.

Inclusion is one of Columbus State University's values. The 2018-2023 Strategic Plan specifically states that we will work "to attain a level of diversity among faculty and staff that more closely reflects the student population." The range of diverse students at CSU is reflected by the diverse student organizations, including Collegiate 100 Men of CSU, Collegiate Women of Columbus State University, Minority Association of Premedical/Prehealth Students, Pride +, CHispA, and others. The College of Education and Health Professions strongly encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Jan G. Burcham, Associate Dean, College of Education and Health Professions, Columbus State University, 4225 University Avenue, Columbus, GA 31907; Phone: 706-507-8519; or email to burcham_jan@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment.