Assistant or Associate Professor of Education
Deadline
Full-time:Review of applications begins May 1st, 2025 and continues until position is filled.
SUMMARY
The Assistant or Associate Professor of Education, provides the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, advising, professional development, and institutional and community service.
The incumbent will teach a maximum load of five course each semester with demonstrated expertise and experience in a face-to-face classroom setting. Must also participate as a fulltime instructor in the department, division, and college activities. Faculty may be required to teach at various locations at SUSLA, including the Metro Campus, Aerospace, or Main Campus.
PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES:
• Teach Education courses according to the University's workload policy.
• Develop syllabi that clearly outline the course requirements, rationale, goals, and objectives. Submits digital copies of syllabi to the Department Chair.
• Selects textbooks and other resource materials for the class.
• Prepares class sessions and assignments to help students grasp course content and how it integrates with overall student learning outcomes for the course.
• Creates a learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation.
• Documents students’ attendance, participation, and academic progress by giving and grading assignments, projects, quizzes, and examinations that lead to midterm and final grades.
• Submits grades and other University required reports by the assigned dates.
• Maintains posted office hours and participates in University sponsored events.
• Participates in and contributes to curriculum development by planning, developing, and evaluating new and existing courses.
When called upon, functions as an academic advisor, counseling students about courses, academic sequence, and program selections.
• Participates in faculty meetings and other university activities
• Continues professional development and growth.
• Participates in the development and implementation of academic policies, guiding principles, objectives, and functions by the mission of the University.
• Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Must have a Master’s degree in Education from an accredited university, or a Master’s Degree with 18 hours in the discipline
• Two to three years of successful teaching and advising experience
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Computer skills are necessary
• Strong attention to detail is essential
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education
• Prefer teaching experience at college level
• Knowledge of open education resources
• Advocate for students and committed to diversity
• Earned doctorate in Education
Compensation: $57,215 – $63,204
Type
Full-time
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to:
The application can be filled out online at the /ApplicationforEmployment
Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins May 1st, 2025 and continues until position is filled.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
麻豆原创 at Shreveport, an institution within the 麻豆原创 and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices.
In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as mended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the 麻豆原创 System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran’s status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment.
As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX’s mandate, institutions of the 麻豆原创 System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the 麻豆原创 System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution’s community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination.
In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively “ADA”), the 麻豆原创 System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System’s programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.