Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Former MCCFA-green
Working Title
Teacher Education Foundations Instructor
Hire Types
Faculty
Division
Minnesota West Community & Technical College
Department
Academics
Unit
Liberal Arts
Location
Worthington, Minnesota
FLSA
Exempt
Full/Part Time
Full Time
FTE
1.0
Employment Condition
Unlimited
Work Shift
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Posting Details
Minnesota West Community and Technical College seeks an Education Instructor dedicated to excellence in teaching who desires to become part of a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community. We are seeking an individual who is dedicated to teaching and is committed to students, student learning, and student success. Candidates should be interested in participating in classroom research, outcomes-based assessment, quality improvement, and faculty development. Candidate should be committed to the teaching profession and focused on equity and inclusion within that profession.
Salary Minimum
$52,648
Salary Maximum
$85,892
Salary Type
Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan
210, MSCF
Job Description
The faculty member will teach elementary education and early childhood education courses in the Education Teacher Preparation Program at the undergraduate level, including courses taught both on campus and in an online format and will supervise field work placements. Duties also include student advising, contribution to student growth and development, participation in department and institutional activities, committee assignments, evaluating student performance, scholarly activities, and service to the college and community.
TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Deliver classroom and/or online instruction.
• Teach courses in Worthington and online.
• Mentor students.
• Participate in assessment of student learning.
• Participate in department and college curriculum development.
• Participate in college committees and college-wide initiatives.
• Participate in program accreditation and review.
• Engage in scholarly and other professional development activities
• Maintain consistent communication with students, staff, and administration
• Adopt the latest technology into teaching methods
• Participate in new course development.
• Conduct classroom research and other assessment/evaluation activities.
• Experience working with underserved populations.
COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Coordinate the teacher pathway for the college.
• Support partners in the teacher pathway project.
• Work with partners to develop an effective framework.
• Develop and implement an evaluation plan for the education transfer pathway.
• Assist with the aligning, articulating, and implementing cultural responsive teaching practices.
• Coordinate field experiences for education programs.
• Support communication efforts of the program.
• Participate in program review.
• Assist with PELSB and accreditation efforts.
• Coordinate Educators Rising club.
• Provide information on professional development opportunities (local, regional, and national) to involved teachers.
Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Education.
• Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified teaching experience at the elementary or secondary level. One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential filed within the last five years.
Preferred Qualifications
• Doctorate in Education or appropriately related field.
• K-12 licensure or ability to obtain.
• Five years of college-level or university-level teaching experience.
• Experience with implementation of pedagogy for technical and community college students, as well as with university students.
• Qualifications in content area for teaching methods courses in ELED (reading, math, TESL, language arts, science, etc.).
• Experience with concurrent enrollment or PSEO.
• Experience teaching online and hybrid courses.
• Skills using latest teaching technologies, including learning management systems, video, and more.
• Understanding of the mission of the community and technical college.
• Multilingual or multicultural background.
Other Requirements
All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment.
About
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a student-centered, open-access community and technical college within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The college provides transfer, occupational and career programs, workforce training, educational outreach and life-long learning opportunities. The College is committed to accomplishing its mission: Dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college with five southwestern Minnesota campuses: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, and Worthington and learning centers in Luverne and Marshall Minnesota. Students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in more than 60 disciplines.
Benefits Info
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave. Tuition waiver is available for employees and dependents.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F063P
Number of Vacancies
1
Re-posting
No
Desired Start Date
08/14/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
04/03/2023
Close Date
04/24/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Accept Applications
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
You must apply online and attach an electronic resume and copy of your transcript(s) to your online application in order to be considered for this position. Paper applications and resumes will not be considered. If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this selection process, please contact the American with Disabilities Act Coordinator at 507-223-1335. For TTY, call Minnesota Relay Services at 7-1-1- or 1-800-627-3529.
Posting Contact
Human Resources / 507-372-3481
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Minnesota West Community & Technical College is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.