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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.
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Job Summary
This position will provide instruction in the Department of Teacher Education in the Special Education Program.
Responsibilities
Faculty - Teaching - 80%
- Teach face-to-face and online undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education pedagogy, assessment, curriculum, child development; support teacher candidates in their development into effective educators; supervise teacher candidates in field placements.
- May also teach GC1Y (typically freshmen)/GC2Y (typically sophomore) core courses; and/or other courses in areas of expertise.
- Teach 5-5 course load each fall and spring semesters.
- Faculty are expected to regularly come to campus.
All GCSU faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the ability to engage students as they launch their intellectual journey.
Faculty - Professional Development - 10%
- Ability to effectively participate in professional development and apply the new knowledge and skills to one's practice.
- Although lecturers are not required to engage in disseminating scholarly activities or research, engaging in scholarly activity that informs classroom instruction is strongly encouraged.
Faculty - Service - 10%
All faculty are expected to engage in service to the institution and provide service in the community/local schools.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Ph.D. or Ed.D. degree in Special Education or closely related field.
Other Required Qualifications
- Collaboration and collegiality with program, department, college, and university faculty and staff.
- Able to conduct face-to-face (classroom-based) and online classes.
Required Experience
Evidence of successful teaching (a minimum of 3 years teaching experience with pre-K through 12th grade learners).
Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements stated in C.S.3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org [faculty credentials])
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Evidence of successful teaching in higher education.
Preferred Experience
- Face-to-face and online course design experience.
- Working knowledge of Quality Matters Standards.
- Experience with accreditation reporting.
Proposed Salary
The proposed salary is $62,587.
Required Documents to Attach
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Transcripts
- List of References
- Teaching Philosophy
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
Background Check
- Criminal Background Check
- Education Verification
