Title: Chair of Teacher Education and Associate Professor or Professor of Education
Division: Provost's Office
Department: Pott College of Science, Engineering, & Education
FLSA Status: Exempt
EEO Job Group: 2 C4
Position Summary
The Teacher Education Department at the University of Southern Indiana, a public and Carnegie-engaged university in Evansville, Indiana, seeks applications for a 10-month position as department chair at the Associate Professor or Professor rank in Education. Appointment will begin August 2024.
Duties/Responsibilities
We are looking for an energetic and dynamic leader that will provide the vision to guide the Department to higher levels of excellence. This person must have a broad, inclusive view that will promote our undergraduate and graduate programs in Teacher Education. The Chair is responsible for oversight of academic programs, faculty review, course scheduling, budget, support of faculty productivity, and professional development. The Chair is assisted by two graduate program directors and serves on the Dean’s Council, the Quality Assurance Team for Educator Preparation, and the University Teacher Education Council. This person will also play an important role in any structural and/or programmatic changes that occur in the Department and will be committed to supporting and facilitating the needs of faculty members in Teacher Education.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Education or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will be able to articulate a clear and compelling vision of the department’s future and quickly adapt to the ever-changing higher education landscape. The candidate must also exhibit a record of teaching, service, and scholarship that would result in the award of tenure at the University of Southern Indiana; P-12 teaching experience; expertise in building and maintaining collaborative relationships; and university teaching and leadership experience. Rank will be commensurate with experience.
About USI
The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include:
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
- Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.
- Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
- Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
- Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.
For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits .
About the Department
The Department of Teacher Education offers undergraduate degree programs in early childhood education, elementary education, and special education, along with licensure programs in secondary education. The Department also offers a spectrum of Master of Science in Education degree programs, along with an Ed.D. program in educational leadership. For additional information about the Department, please see: https://www.usi.edu/science/teacher-education .
Application Process
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of Dr. Kenneth Walsh, Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
- letter of application describing teaching experience, scholarly interests and achievements, and potential contributions to the department
- current curriculum vitae (include details of all teaching and administrative licenses in the CV, attach copies of licenses to the CV)
- unofficial transcripts
- statement of leadership philosophy
Materials must be provided electronically within this web-based application system. Official transcripts will be required at a later stage.
Search Committee Chair:
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Kenneth Walsh, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected] .
Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please submit materials before February 23, 2024.
Pre-Employment Screening
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
Authorization to Work in the United States
USI typically will sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.
Interview Accommodations
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at [email protected] or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (812) 464-1815.
EEO Statement
The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.