Job Summary/Basic Function:
To teach courses in the Education (Elementary and Middle) program; assist in supporting, supervising, and advising students; serve on department, college, and university committees as appropriate; and support recruiting, retention, and alumni relations efforts, as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree or above in an education related field.
Extensive coursework or experience in education P-8.
Three-years of teaching in P-8 settings (i.e., formal and/or informal) education.
Experience working effectively with faculty, staff, and students

Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree in education or closely related field.
Expertise in other areas that support Elementary and Middle Childhood Education: Science of Reading Training, Literacy, Special Education, STEM education, etc.
Experience in collaboration with school districts or improving quality of instruction.
Familiarity with Educator Preparation Standards.
Record of successful college teaching or working with teacher candidates.

Essential Functions and percent of time:
Teaching- 70%
Preparation for teaching assigned classes in education, supervised practice, or special topics depending on expertise
Coordinate guest speakers or field activities
Track class membership, post grades and complete change of grade request through Wings Express
Post course materials and communicate with students through WSU Learning Management Systems
Develop and teach online courses designed by program team and approved by department chair
Teach classes as scheduled during daytime, evening, weekend, web-enhanced, and/or online
Communicate promptly with department staff regarding class scheduling, book orders, and program meetings.
Participate in program team meetings and curricular initiatives
Meet with class and have online contact with students during scheduled Final Exam Time Block
Submit course syllabi and hold office hours as required
Work with Department Chair and Program Directors to make timely curricular improvements or changes in courses.
Participate in professional development opportunities
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
Service- 30%
Serve on Department, college, and university comm
Participate in recruitment, orientations, and special events
Advise and mentor students
Participate in alumni relations special events
Work collaboratively with colleagues across campus and within fellow institutions
Support the education program at Lake Campus
Participate in Professional Organizations
Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:
Working Conditions
Special contract position. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.

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