Department
UNT-Teacher Education & Admin-132330
College/School
College of Education
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
ORP Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
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Department Summary
The
Department of Teacher Education and Administration (TE&A) seeks a Lecturer in Social Studies Education to begin in the Fall of 2023. The successful candidate will join Curriculum & Instruction faculty in a dynamic undergraduate program leading to EC-6, and secondary teacher certification. This position can include teaching on the
Frisco campus and can concern teaching classes in social studies education, and other areas such as general education or equity in education courses. This position includes preparing educators who can effectively teach racially and linguistically diverse students which are in inclusive of students with disabilities. Of particular interest to the
College of Education are candidates who are committed to improving people’s lives through powerful learning, social-emotional wellness, physical health, civic engagement, and democratic education. The successful candidate will be expected to teach curriculum and instruction courses (offered at the Denton campus, Frisco campus, and other off-site locations and online); supervise undergraduate students in internships as needed; and provide service to the Department, College, University, community constituencies, and professional organizations. Summer teaching is contingent on student demand and funding.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Summary
The
Department of Teacher Education and Administration (TE&A) seeks a Lecturer in Social Studies Education to begin in the Fall of 2023. The successful candidate will join Curriculum & Instruction faculty in a dynamic undergraduate program leading to EC-6, and secondary teacher certification. This position can include teaching on the Frisco campus and can concern teaching classes in social studies education, and other areas such as general education or equity in education courses. This position includes preparing educators who can effectively teach racially and linguistically diverse students which are in inclusive of students with disabilities. Of particular interest to the
College of Education are candidates who are committed to improving people’s lives through powerful learning, social-emotional wellness, physical health, civic engagement, and democratic education. The successful candidate will be expected to teach curriculum and instruction courses (offered at the Denton campus, Frisco campus, and other off-site locations and online); supervise undergraduate students in internships as needed; and provide service to the Department, College, University, community constituencies, and professional organizations. Summer teaching is contingent on student demand and funding.
Minimum Qualifications
(1) Earned master’s degree in curriculum and instruction (or a closely related field)
(2) Experience in teaching within diverse EC-6 educational systems
Preferred Qualifications
(1) Earned doctorate degree in curriculum and instruction (or a closely related field) with emphasis in social studies education
(2) Bilingual in Spanish/English
(3) Scholarly focus on topics of contemporary urgency
(4) Evidence of service
(5) Experience teaching at the college level.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Driving University Vehicle
No