Temporary, Part-Time Instructor of Educational Psychology/Educational Philosophy

Millersville University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Millersville University is seeking a Temporary, Part-Time Instructor for Educational Psychology and Educational Philosophy. The role involves teaching courses in teacher preparation and Master's programs, requiring a commitment to diversity and effective teaching. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in relevant fields and demonstrate successful teaching experience. This position is contingent upon enrollment and offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant academic community.

Qualifications

• Successful experience as a preK-12 classroom teacher.
• Demonstrated evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in educational psychology and educational philosophy.
• Maintain office hours for student support.
• Engage in scholarship and service.

Skills

Teaching

Diversity

Communication

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Educational Psychology or Educational Philosophy

Job description

Temporary, Part-Time Instructor of Educational Psychology/Educational Philosophy

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Conditions of Employment

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the APSCUF Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Class schedule and modality (face-to-face, online, blended, etc.) is set by the dean of the college.

Faculty Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F02737

Department

Department Educational Foundations

Working Title

Working Title Temporary, Part-Time Instructor of Educational Psychology/Educational Philosophy

Classification

Classification Instructor - 24900

Position Summary Information

Nature of position

Nature of position Temporary, part-time

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Educational Foundations is accepting applications for Temporary, Part-Time instructors to teach courses in the teacher preparation and Master’s programs.

The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Copies of all preK-12 teaching certifications.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path.. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master’s and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence are an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefit-summaries/sshe-summary.pdf

Teaching and professional responsibilities:

Instructor is responsible for teaching 3 credit courses in the teacher preparation and Masters’ program. This includes courses in educational psychology and/or educational philosophy, at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Part-time faculty members shall maintain a prorated number of office hours each week, at a minimum of twenty-five (25) minutes for each workload hour taught, at such days, times and locations as will accommodate the needs of the students.

This position may require in-person instruction on Millersville University’s campus and potential off-campus sites. It also may require remote asynchronous or synchronous instruction. This position is contingent upon sufficient enrollments in assigned classes.

For details, please see:

• The CBA , Article 12.B.1, Effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities (p. 27);

Continuing scholarly growth and professional development and service to the university and/or community:

• In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

Other responsibilities:

• Other reasonable duties assigned within the faculty member’s field of competence.

Performance review / evaluations:

• Please see the CBA , Article 12, Performance Review and Evaluation of Faculty (pp. 27-39).

The Educational Foundations ( EDFN ) Department is comprised of 11 full time faculty members and 1 support staff. EDFN is the education home to secondary BSE majors. We believe strongly that teachers must both know the subjects they teach and how to teach them to students. Because of this belief, we value our partnership with liberal arts departments in providing education courses, field experience, and co-advisors for our undergraduate secondary education students. This partnership also includes content specific preparation in Social Studies, English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, World Languages, Math and Technology Education. EDFN also houses two M.Ed. programs in Leadership for Teaching and Learning ( LDTL ) and Assessment, Curriculum, and Teaching ( ACTE ). In 2015, an Ed.D. program in Educational Leadership was developed in partnership with Shippensburg University. Additionally, this partnership has implemented an online Educational Leadership Graduate Cetificate and Superintendent Letter of Eligibility for post-master’s professionals seeking to build their leadership skills.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D., Ed.D. or equivalent in Educational Psychology and/or Educational Philosophy.
• Successful experience as a preK-12 classroom teacher.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching.
• Evidence of ability to teach diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Successful interview.
• Successful background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in urban education.

Essential Functions

Working Conditions and Physical Effort – (Essential Functions)

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment and/or in a remote format.
• Ability to:
  • sit or stand while teaching.
  • speak clearly.
  • communicate via writing exceptionally well
  • understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
  • use construction tools safely.
  • move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas.
  • climb ladders.
  • stoop or bend to pick things up.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
  • lift student paper bundles, small boxes, scene shop equipment and materials.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance.
• Teach courses face-to-face and online if necessary at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, using online tools and/or equipment and/or other appropriate tools appropriate modes of education delivery.
• Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
• Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Transcripts 1

Reference Letter 1

Reference Letter 2

Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Other Document 1
• Other Document 2
• Reference Letter 3

Supplemental Questions

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