Instructor- Asst Teaching ProfessorRequisition Number: 55217Location: Boulder ColoradoEmployment Type: FacultySchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 14-Mar-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe School of Education at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks one full-time instructor in the Equity, Bilingualism, and Biliteracy (EBB) program for the 2024-2025 academic year. We seek to hire a faculty member who is committed to teacher education focused on the preparation of justice-oriented, anti-racist teachers who will work with culturally and linguistically diverse students, including bilingual learners and students with disability designations. The instructor will demonstrate evidence of strong U.S.-based K-12 teaching as well as experience teaching university undergraduate or graduate elementary teacher education courses.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreThe mission of the CU Boulder School of Education is grounded in a lived commitment to democracy, diversity, equity, and justice. We teach and conduct research to make a positive difference with and in schools and communities. The work of our faculty, researchers, staff, and students leads to evidence-based policy and practice. We aim for our graduates to be engaged and informed educators, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders.We offer cutting-edge, engaging teacher preparation (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/teacher-licensure) , innovative undergraduate programs (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/undergraduate-programs) , and Colorado's top-ranked graduate education in multiple program areas: Educational Foundations, Policy & Practice (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/educational-foundations-policy-practice) , Equity, Bilingualism & Biliteracy (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/equity-bilingualism-biliteracy) , Learning Sciences & Human Development (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/learning-sciences-human-development) , Literacy Studies (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/literacy-studies) , Research, Evaluation & Methodology (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/research-evaluation-methodology) , STEM Education (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/stem-education) ., and Teacher Learning, Research, and Practice (https://www.colorado.edu/education/academics/graduate-programs/teacher-learning-research-practice) .What Your Key Responsibilities Will BeThis faculty member will be expected to teach in, and contribute to the development and growth of our BA in Elementary Education program, which prepares teachers for elementary licensure with Colorados Endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education. Preference will be given to candidates who have taught courses in one or more of the following areas: teaching students with disabilities, family and community engagement, social studies methods, and student teaching seminar. The candidate should also have experience making meaningful connections to the field, such as designing field-connected learning experiences in coursework and supporting pre-service teachers in K-6 classrooms. This new member of our community will engage in activities surrounding the mission of the School of Education including participation in our teacher education community, mentoring doctoral students, and contributing to the Elementary Teacher Education program coherence and improvement.What You Should KnowThis is a one-year position with potential for reappointment, pending successful evaluation and subject to program needs.What We Can OfferAnticipated starting salary for full time academic year position is $63,000.00.BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.What We Require
PhD in teacher education, education of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, or similar field of study.
Experience teaching in U.S-based, K-6 schools.
Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate students in the area of elementary education.
Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter: Succinct letter of application highlighting qualifications for the desired position
List of 3 References
A statement of teaching philosophy that demonstrates commitment to teacher education and diversity, equity and inclusion.
We will request additional materials if needed as the search progresses. Please do not mail hard copies or electronic copies of your application materials.Review of applications will begin April 1, 2024 (preference will be given to applicants who submit by this deadline) and will continue until the position is filled.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and an EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/) .To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Instructor-Asst-Teaching-Professor/55217 (https://apptrkr.com/5092252)Copyright 2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-64c1534894cfd44cb26901ed58ff8cbbThe University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
