Assistant Professor of Teacher Education & Chair of Teacher Preparation

Assistant Professor of Teacher Education & Chair of Teacher Preparation

Hiring Department

The University of Texas Permian Basin's College of Education welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Teacher Education & Chair of Teacher Preparation

Salary Range

$74,000.00 depending on qualifications

Essential Functions

The position of Assistant Professor of Teacher Education and Chair of Teacher Preparation at The University of Texas Permian Basin is a full-time, tenure-track faculty role within the College of Education. It involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and leading departmental initiatives. The Chair oversees curriculum development, faculty supervision, and accreditation efforts, while also managing field-based experiences and clinical placements for teacher preparation programs.

This role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including regional school districts, and demands strong leadership, organizational, and pedagogical skills. A doctoral degree is required, with preference given to candidates with broad teaching capabilities and practical experience.

1. Tenure track, full-time teaching position on a 12-month contract
2. Faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
3. Face-to-face and/or hybrid teaching interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus for a minimum of four days a week.
4. Teach 18 credit hours per contract year.
5. Achieve appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses taught.
6. Faculty are expected to employ sound pedagogical practices and use appropriate technology.
7. Mentor students to prepare them for professional practice, graduate studies, and research.
8. Provide support to students in need of academic improvement.
9. Serve the university, college, and department.
10. Actively participate in the department's expansion.
11. Student course evaluations are to be completed in each course.
12. Abide by deadlines and processes for submitting grades.
13. Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours.
14. Pursue and achieve departmental excellence in teaching, research, and service.
15. Work collaboratively with the Dean to assure the Department has resources essential to fulfill its mission and provide regular reports to the Dean about emergent departmental needs.
16. Communicate regularly with departmental faculty and the Dean.
17. Enforce all applicable regulatory policies.
18. Provide leadership to the Departments academic programs, take leadership in developing curriculum, conduct annual departmental and program evaluations, and advise the Dean relative to the work of obtaining and maintaining program accreditations.
19. Supervise faculty work on a day-to-day basis, assure faculty perform all duties commensurate with their workload and assignments, assure faculty receive appropriate professional development (teacher residency, TEA, etc), and verify that all instruction and other departmental activities are conducted according to established protocols. Maintain an atmosphere of collegiality and shared governance.
20. Address questions, complaints, grievances, and suggestions from faculty, staff, and students. Mediate conflicts that arise among departmental colleagues and students.
21. Build and maintain a rotation for course offerings in the Department with a minimum of a two-year (six semester) future schedule of offerings in place.

Required Qualifications

1. Doctoral Degree

Preferred Qualifications

1. Ability to teach in all areas of the program
2. Experience with students' academic minor
3. Relevant industry and practical experience

Additional Information

Required Application Materials

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. List of References
4. Teaching Philosophy Statement
5. Transcripts (Preferred)
6. Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver's license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Schedule

Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 - 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Faculty hours may differ based on class schedule and department need.

Standard Working Conditions

1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5. Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation.

University Benefits

1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

About the University

The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country - full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin - which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.

As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.

Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment.
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