Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Teaching and Learning, Phyllis J. Washington College of Education

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Non-tenured, Clinical Faculty Appointment in Secondary Social Studies and Cultural Foundations, Department of Teaching & Learning, Phyllis J. Washington College of Education

We are seeking applications for a non-tenure track, clinical faculty member to join our professional team of professors, clinicians and staff in the Department of Teaching & Learning. The clinical assistant professor will teach secondary social studies to undergraduate and graduate students, assist with the recruitment and mentoring of new and current students, and devote considerable time to establishing partnerships with tribal and community colleges in the state as a pathway to UM’s secondary educator preparation program.   In addition to secondary social studies, the successful applicant will teach a graduate course in multicultural education.  Applicants with a strong background in Indian Education for All are especially encouraged to apply. 

The Phyllis J. Washington College of Education is home to three academic departments: Counseling, Educational Leadership, and Teaching & Learning. We are also home to five specialty units: the Learning & Belonging (LAB) Preschool , the University of Montana Institute for Early Childhood Education , the Montana Digital Academy (MTDA) , the University of Montana Safe Schools Center , and the National Native Children's Trauma Center (NNCTC) . The College shapes professional individuals that become the teachers and do-ers of our society. Our departments play key roles in a comprehensive system for producing and disseminating knowledge that benefits people and our communities.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details:

Non-Tenure Track Clinical Faculty:  Department of Teaching and Learning, Phyllis J. Washington College of Education

Title: Clinical Assistant Professor

Position Type: Academic

Schedule:The position is full-time for two academic years (10-month) to commence in the Fall of 2024.

Entry Rate: $65,000-$70,000 commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement Contribution/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness. 

Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, recruitment, mentoring, and establishing partnerships with tribal and community colleges. 

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in social studies, cultural foundations, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Experience teaching in middle or high school settings.
• Ability to work closely with new colleagues on department goals and attend regular faculty meetings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues across campus, with our community partners in K-12 schools, and students.
• Desire and ability to help recruit and prepare/mentor teacher candidates for teaching careers at the middle and high school level in social studies or closely related fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience teaching secondary social studies in middle or high school settings.
• Experience teaching college students.
• Knowledge and training in Cultural Foundations and Indian Education for All.
• Experience supervising teacher candidates in clinical placements.
• Familiarity with online learning management systems.

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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference - Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References - *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing - Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility - All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

How to Apply

Priority Application date: Sunday, April 28, 2024by 11:59 (Mountain Time)

To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.

Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button.  Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

• Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position.
• Detailed resume/CV listing education and describing work experience.
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
• Unofficial transcripts – Official transcripts will be due upon hire.
• Summary of recent teaching evaluations
• Teaching Philosophy

*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application.  Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above. 

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Missoula, Montana, United States