Lecturer of Teacher Education & Administration

Title: Lecturer of Teacher Education & Administration

Employee Classification: Lecturer (Continuing)

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Teacher Education & Admin-132330

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Department of Teacher Education and Administration (TE&A) seeks a Lecturer in Curriculum and Instruction. The successful candidate will join Curriculum and Instruction faculty in a dynamic undergraduate program, leading to EC-6, and secondary teacher certification. Of particular interest to the College of Education are candidates who are committed to improving people's lives through powerful learning, social-emotional wellness, physical health, civic engagement, and educational experiences.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be expected to teach curriculum and instruction courses, which may include courses in the bilingual education certification area as well as in other program areas (offered at the Frisco campus, Denton campus, and other off-site locations and online); supervise undergraduate students in internships as needed; and provide service to the department, college, university, community constituencies, and professional organizations. Summer teaching is contingent on student demand and funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in curriculum and instruction or a closely related field.
Experience in EC-6 and/or educational systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate degree in curriculum and instruction or a closely related field with emphasis in bilingual education; literacy education; early childhood education; social studies; math; and/or science education.
Bilingual in Spanish/English.
Scholarly focus on topics of contemporary urgency.
Evidence of service.
Experience teaching at the college level.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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