Senior Faculty: Elementary Education & Teacher Preparation

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University seeks a faculty member for the Elementary Education program. The position advances teacher education through university/public school partnership, with a focus on undergraduate preservice teachers.

Responsibilities include teaching courses, coordinating practicum and student teaching placements, and supervising clinical faculty associates, while cultivating strong district partnerships and supporting diverse student populations in Utah.

Qualifications

• The required degree must be completed by the start date.
• Minimum of three years full-time teaching experience; preference for K-6 in public schools.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in situations that require diplomacy and sensitivity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the Elementary Education program, including ELED 299R and ELED 399R.
• Coordinate practicum and student teaching placements; oversee clinical supervision of teacher candidates.
• Promote and support the BYU-Public School Partnership; cultivate relationships with district partners and university faculty.
• Direct, train, and supervise Clinical Faculty Associates; oversee performance-based assessments for teacher candidates.
• Organize and facilitate field placements and clinical settings for teacher candidates; supervise seminars and remedial support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Diplomacy and sensitivity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Doctoral degree with specialization in elementary education (preferred)

Job description

Brigham Young University seeks a faculty member for the Elementary Education program. The position advances teacher education through university/public school partnership, with a focus on undergraduate preservice teachers.

Responsibilities include teaching courses, coordinating practicum and student teaching placements, and supervising clinical faculty associates, while cultivating strong district partnerships and supporting diverse student populations in Utah.