(EXTENDED) Coordinator and Lecturer - Curriculum and Instruction - 19445
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ATTENTION:
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Early Childhood Education Programs at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater seeks a Coordinator and Lecturer.
JOB DETAILS:
The Coordinator/Lecturer will fulfill a range of responsibilities including teaching, supervision, advising, and program coordination. This position also holds the potential to fulfill responsibilities across all early childhood program models: Early Childhood Education (ECE), ECE4U, Early Child Care and Education (ECCE), and certificates/credentials. On-campus presence and participation in department activities are expected. Specific responsibilities within this full-time, 9-month academic year position will vary based on the needs of the program with the possibility of additional contracted summer work.
Additional information about all program delivery models can be found online:
· ECE (campus-based dual license early childhood education program)
· ECE4U (online dual license early childhood education program)
· ECCE (non-license online early childhood degree program)
· Certificates/Credentials (12-credit, fully online coursework)
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· A Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum, and Instruction or a closely related field.
· At least three years of teaching experience with young children
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Ph.D., ED.D. in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field.
· Experience teaching at the college level.
· Online teaching experience.
· Administrative experience.
· Ability to communicate with students in Spanish (spoken and written).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Ability to interact respectfully and work collaboratively with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including students, families, staff, and faculty.
· Ability to contribute as part of a collaborative, integrated team across multiple departments and colleges.
· Ability to serve in a leadership role within the program; working with campus leadership across the university and in the community.
· Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Coordination
· Coordinate course schedules with Curriculum and Instruction and Special Education department chairs.
· Coordinate with the Department Assistants to hire adjunct Associate Lecturers to teach courses and supervise teacher candidates.
· Market programs through on-campus activities, conferences, and other events designed to recruit students to enroll in any/all program models.
· Complete paperwork and assessment reports as required at the state and national levels (e.g., by the DPI, NAEYC, college, or university) to ensure quality programming and maintain accreditation status
Field Placement Coordination
· Arrange for field and/or student teaching placements.
· Work with program leaders, school principals, and cooperating teachers.
· Build partnerships with schools and community programs.
Instruction
· Teach coursework related to all ECE programs, in a manner that ensures consistency of content and demonstrates best practices in adult education.
· Assess student learning against both NAEYC and CEC/DEC professional standards.
· Supervise students in student teaching and field placements providing constructive feedback, evaluating students’ dispositions, and scoring key assessments.
Other Duties as Assigned
May include but are not limited to:
· Advise students in early childhood education degree programs. Coordinate with college advisors to ensure students meet all graduation requirements for their degree, including general education and Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction licensure courses (if applicable).
· Engage in committee work.
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. UW-Whitewater’s main campus is located in Whitewater, with a branch campus in Rock County, in the city of Janesville. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. UW-Whitewater’s campuses are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offer the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.
The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These include both on-campus and online programs, and span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs.
UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the nation. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division-III level. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $50,000 adjusted to be commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefits package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by March 31st, 2023 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu.
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
TAC Eileen Troemel troemele@uww.edu
Hiring Manager Lucy Heimer heimerl@uww.edu
Search Chair Kristen Linzmeier
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
This Job ID is 19445.
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