at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
The EIU Department of Teaching, Learning and Foundations seeks a non-tenure track faculty member (grades K-6) to teach courses such as instructional strategies for the elementary classroom; diverse contexts that influence the learning process; reading and literacy; and assessing student learning: a field-based experience. Candidates will be expected to evaluate students in field experiences and foster professional relationships with public school partners. Teaching assignments may include undergraduate and/or graduate courses using online, face- to-face, off campus, or blended formats according to program need.
Successful candidates will be committed to the department mission of providing current and future educators with knowledge, skills, and dispositions to meet the challenges of today’s classroom.
Successful candidates must have: familiarity with educational theories of learning and teaching; knowledge of current state and national standards; ability to work collegially with other members of the faculty; desire to engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration; and professional written and oral communications skills.
Diversity and Inclusion: Eastern Illinois University is committed to fostering a learning community where all members feel welcomed and valued. The university provides equality of opportunity in all areas of campus life and we strive to recognize and appreciate the unique value of our students, faculty, and staff. Every member of campus has the right to learn and work in an environment free of discrimination and harassment, and beyond that, our goal is for all members of our community to develop a strong sense of belonging to Eastern Illinois University.
The University and Community: Eastern Illinois University takes pride in creating a warm, welcome environment for all faculty, staff and students. Established in 1895, EIU boasts a rich tradition of preparing students for their personal and professional goals. As a regional residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates, campus safety, online degree options, student support, and sustainability initiatives. EIU focuses on individualized attention and has earned recognition as the highest-ranking independent public regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwest’s top public regional universities according to U.S. News and World Report. Eastern offers faculty a wide range of research and public service activities. EIU hosts more than 175 student organizations on campus, and offers a variety of cultural events, NCAA Division I athletics, and active research opportunities. EIU has become recognized for providing the resources of a large institution while creating the kinds of individual relationships that support student and alumni success.
Eastern Illinois University is located in Charleston, Illinois—a charming town within a two- to three-hour drive of three major metropolitan areas including Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis.
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Job Posting:
11689307
Posted On:
Feb 19, 2024
Updated On:
Feb 19, 2024
