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Instructional Assistant Professor- Creating a Pool

Job No: 510124
Work Type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Instructional Assistant Professor- Creating a Pool

Employee Classification: Instructional Asst Professor

Division Name: Academic Affairs

College/Unit: College of Education

Department: Educational Administration & Foundations

Campus Location: Normal, IL

General Summary

In anticipation of possible openings throughout the upcoming academic year and summer sessions, the Department of Educational Administration & Foundations invites a pool of qualified persons interested in non-tenure-track teaching positions. Applications are accepted continuously for part-time, non-tenure-track positions and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

Responsibilities:
Teach graduate P12 students on campus, off campus and online.
Collaborate with other professional colleagues to create a positive learning environment.
Teach in a cohort model designed to maximize student success and relational leadership among the students.
Inspire leadership among the students assigned to teach and others whom you encounter.
Assess student academic progress, and submit all grades within the required University timelines.
Model emotional intelligence for aspiring school leaders.

These positions are represented by the Illinois State University Education Association and may have associated dues or fees.

Additional Information

The mission of the Department of Educational Administration and Foundations is to prepare people of diverse backgrounds for leadership roles in education. Our programs and degrees are grounded in the belief that educational leaders require knowledge, skills, values, and commitment appropriate for administrative, policy, instructional, and research roles.

Required Qualifications

1. Master's degree in related field.
2. Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.
3. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Desired Qualifications

We seek candidates whose professional backgrounds include some of the following:
1. Strong background in P12 Education Administration.
2. Experience with or work in U.S. Public Schools.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of Strategic Planning, Implementation, and Monitoring.
4. Exhibit an understanding of continual School Improvement.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of School Finance.
6. Exhibit a general understanding of School Law, Board Policy, and Administrative Procedures.
7. Experience in the design and delivery of Professional Development.
8. Experience with collective bargaining and contract development.
9. Exhibit an understanding of Human Resource Processes and Procedures.
10. Demonstrate the ability to build consensus and leadership capacity within others.
12. Trained in the Charlotte Danielson appraisal system.
13. Strong disciplinary background in educational studies.
14. Demonstrate a strong sense of ethics and professional depositions.
15. Experience using a variety of technologies to design and deliver instruction and/or willingness to learn
16. Knowledge and application of adult learning theory
17. Willingness to collaborate in among higher education faculty and regional partners.

Work Hours

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Ability to effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Ability to conduct or attend meetings in various locations across campus.

Proposed Starting Date

08/16/2020 or 01/01/2021

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Commensurate with experience

Required Applicant Documents

C.V., Cover Letter, Reference List

PLEASE NOTE:  These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity (required for SURS annuitants only)

PLEASE NOTE:  These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax, email, or mail will not be accepted.

Please complete a faculty employment application and attach a cover letter, reference list (at least three professional references and contact information), and resume/C.V. Applications will be reviewed as vacancies become available.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at 309-438-3383.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Contact Information for Applicants

Department of EAF:
Linda Wall
lafarre@ilstu.edu

Human Resources:
Clay Gruenwald
cmgruen1@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 08/11/2020 09:45 AM CST
Application Closes: