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Michigan State University(MSU) Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan

Working/Functional Title

Inst/Ast Prof - Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Teacher Education at Michigan State University is seeking outstanding candidates for a fixed-term (non-tenure stream) faculty position in world languages teacher preparation.

Major responsibilities for this position include:

  • Teaching and planning courses at the undergraduate level for the World Languages certification
  • Providing a professional learning community for doctoral student instructors of the World Languages courses
  • Developing and conducting orientation and professional development for school district mentor teachers.
  • Supporting the design and implementation of new courses for the World Languages licensure area
  • Supporting instructors of WL courses with research-based literature and teaching resources
  • Supporting the revision of WL coursework and assignments
  • Developing and supporting relationships with community organizations for undergraduate students' clinical placements
  • Maintaining and supporting continuous communication with WL mentor teachers
  • Supporting the Licensure Area Leader and Course Coordinator in tracking students' progress, analyzing data from course assessments, and writing progress reports for the WL licensure area
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -PK-12

Minimum Requirements

Advanced degree in education with a focus on secondary education. Appropriate PK-12 teaching experience and relevant college-level teaching, specifically in world languages or bi/multilingual education; demonstrated commitment to social justice teacher education; demonstrated commitment to working as part of a team; excellent communication and leadership skills.   

  • Assistant Professor must hold a terminal degree. 
  • Instructor must hold a master's degree or have been employed as an instructor or equivalent elsewhere.
Desired Qualifications

Doctorate is preferred, but outstanding candidates with a master's degree and exceptional experience will be considered. Appropriate PK-12 teaching experience and relevant college-level teaching, specifically in secondary education; experience working with teaching interns and PK-12 district partners and community organizations; experience guiding masters and doctoral students in curriculum and instruction in secondary teacher education 

Required Application Materials
  • Application,
  • CV/Resume,
  • names of 3 references
Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

education.msu.edu/te/

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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