Instructor- Part Time (Teacher Education-Secondary Reading- Applicant Pool)

Schoolcraft College; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Livonia, Michigan is seeking part-time instructors for the Secondary Reading course. Responsibilities include teaching and mentoring candidates in the Alternative Route for Interim Teacher Certification program. Ideal candidates will possess a Master’s degree in Education, a valid teaching certificate, and a strong teaching background. This role supports flexible working hours as per the faculty contract, allowing educators to make a significant impact on future educators.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or related field required.
• Valid teaching certificate is necessary.
• Four years of secondary education teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Secondary Reading course and mentor ARC candidates.
• Participate in departmental meetings each semester.

Skills

Current, valid teaching certificate

Ability to mentor teacher education candidates

Knowledge of instructional methods

Experience with diverse students

Education

Master’s degree in Education or related field

Graduate degree in Reading or English (preferred)

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Instructor- Part Time (Teacher Education-Secondary Reading- Applicant Pool)

Job Summary

Classroom instructors needed to teach the Secondary Reading course (EDUC 250, "Teaching Literacy in the Secondary Classroom") in the Alternative Route for Interim Teacher Certification (ARC) Program. Instructors will be able to effectively instruct and assess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of the teacher education candidates based on program standards.

Job Duties

Applicants interested in teaching EDUC 250, "Teaching Literacy in the Secondary Classroom," will provide instruction and mentor ARC candidates who are preparing for secondary education or K‑12 teaching positions. Instructors will be expected to participate in the departmental meeting each semester.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or related field.
• Possess current, valid teaching certificate.
• Four (4) years of successful secondary education (6‑12) teaching experience, teaching English, Language Arts or related subjects, within the past 5 years.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of current and best instructional methods in the classroom.
• Ability to mentor teacher education candidates in their respective field(s).
• Ability to demonstrate minimum competency in both current best practices and professional standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Reading or English, with experience in teaching reading across the secondary curriculum.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in teacher preparation program.
• Classroom experience working with diverse students.

Physical Requirements

Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of trustees.

Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. May occasionally lift up to 10 lbs., seldom 25 lbs. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Salary

Per Faculty Contract

Work Hours

Posting Number

ACO026P

Open Date

10/16/2017

Close Date

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants