Assistant Professor of Education

Assistant Professor of Education

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Professor of Education at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Tenure Track (Faculty) Full-Time

Department

Education

Hours

N/A

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The College of Education at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2023.

The successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, or a related field from a regionally accredited doctoral granting institution and will possess specialized skills enabling the candidate to effectively teach in teacher and educational leadership preparation programs. Ability to teach face to face, online, and blended learning formats is required. The candidate will have instructional experience, as well as subject matter expertise and demonstrated professional experience in teacher and instructional leadership preparation.

Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in face-to-face and online delivery formats and serving as a dissertation committee member for doctoral committees. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college, university and community service. This role may include some program coordination activities and responsibilities as needed

Belmont University's College of Education is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Basic functions as required by Provost Office include:

Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year.

Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects.

Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach.

Participate in departmental and university committee work.

Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.

Advise students in course selection and degree completion.

Participate in a local church and the community.

Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.

Manage online grading system.

Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required.

Maintain regular office hours.

The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share the University's values and will contribute to its mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered, student- focused university of learning and service. During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a response to Belmont University's Mission, Vision, and Strategic Path to 2030 articulating how the candidate's knowledge, experience, and beliefs have prepared him/her to contribute to the Belmont community. Candidates will also be asked to give a brief statement of teaching philosophy.

Located two miles from thriving downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of more than 8,800 students who come from every state and 33 countries. Nationally recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to undergraduate teaching, Belmont is a Christ-centered, student-focused community intent on developing diverse leaders of purpose, character, wisdom and a transformational mindset who are eager and equipped to make the world a better place. In the classroom and beyond, the University aims to empower students, faculty and staff to become radical champions for helping people and communities to flourish. While committed to being global citizens, Belmont also seeks to be a great neighbor, engaging with and serving Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region as a trusted community partner. The University's location in the heart of the Tennessee's capital – and Nashville's growing reputation as one of the nation's most dynamic, creative and inviting cities – provides the perfect backdrop for an amazing higher education experience in a community known as “the Athens of the South.” With more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master's programs and five doctoral degrees, Belmont University provides an unparalleled environment for students to become all they were created to be. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse learning community of committed Christians from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the University seeks employees of Christian faith who are committed to the mission of the University. Belmont's Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities, veterans and disabled individuals.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Required Qualifications : Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share the University's values and will contribute to its mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered community of learning and service.

Ability to teach face to face, online, and blended learning formats is required

Instructional experience, as well as subject matter expertise and demonstrated professional experience in teacher and instructional leadership preparation

Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.

Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.

Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.

Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.

Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.

Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.

Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University's online integrated database system for student grading.

Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.

Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.

Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required Education The successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, or a related field from a regionally accredited doctoral granting institution and will possess specialized skills enabling the candidate to effectively teach in teacher and educational leadership preparation programs.

Required Experience Ability to teach face to face, online, and blended learning formats is required. The candidate will have instructional experience, as well as subject matter expertise and demonstrated professional experience in teacher and instructional leadership preparation.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.