Assistant/Associate Professor of Education (EC-6, 4-8)
Sam Houston State University

Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Education (EC-6, 4-8)

202400054F

Assistant or Associate Professor

Exempt

Commensurate with education and experience.

Full-Time Tenure Track

College of Education

School of Teaching & Learning

04/29/2024

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38787

Dr. Jaime Coyne

Associate Professor
Sam Houston State University
School of Teaching and Learning
Box 2119
Huntsville, Texas 77340-2119

936-294-1137

jlb110@shsu.edu

The School of Teaching and Learning prepares EC-6, 4-8 and secondary teacher candidates for initial certification in various fields This faculty member will join the existing undergraduate team to prepare elementary teacher candidates to be successful in their classroom and field setting. Teaching a variety of methods courses, supervising field experience, conducting quality research related to the improvement of teaching and learning. The faculty member may also teach related graduate course work. Providing service to the school, college, and university are expected along with a scholarly agenda.

Doctorate in Education or related field. (ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in September 2024).

At least 3 years of successful teaching experience in public elementary, intermediate, or middle schools. Must hold or be eligible for state public school teaching certification. Experience working with teachers and/or pre-service teachers. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Experience with school-university partnerships focused on teacher preparation and teacher development. Demonstrated excellence in teaching. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and a willingness to communicate current trends in the field to students and other constituencies. Documented history of dedicated support for various student populations.

Preferred Qualifications include:
Familiarity with teacher education accreditation standards;
History of supervising field experiences;
Experience teaching a variety of content areas (e.g., science, social studies, math, or ELA)
Evidence of service to departmental, college, and university committees;
Participation in professional organizations at local and national/international levels;
Evidence of purposeful university outreach and foster productive relationships with local community members and organizations;
Record of scholarly productivity and evidence of emerging research agenda;
Demonstrated record of or potential for teaching excellence at the university level;
Demonstrated record of or potential for teaching excellence online and/or hybrid courses;
Strong working knowledge of academic research methodologies; and
Ability to build productive professional relationships with public schools, colleges, and local communities

Yes

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.