Assistant Professor of Education

Job Title

Teaching Position at Gordon State College

This position is responsible for teaching education courses, observing teacher candidates, and advising majors in the programs as well as serving on department, school, and college committees.

Teaches undergraduate courses appropriate to his/her appointment and credentialing. Plans and conducts classes in a manner conducive to creating an effective learning environment which helps students achieve the educational outcomes set by the college, the standards of the discipline, and external accrediting agencies. Compiles, administers and evaluates examinations and assignments appropriate to the educational outcomes of the college. Serves as an advisor to students on academic curricula, course selection, and graduation requirements.

Attends and participates in student orientation and registration activities as required. Serves on faculty committees at the department, college, or system level as elected by the faculty or appointed by the administration. Serves the college and community by providing expertise in his/her field to colleagues, schools, businesses, and other organizations. Maintains the required number of office hours each week. Helps with student recruitment when requested.

Teaches classes online, at night, and off-campus as needed. Attends formal academic exercises of the College, including the President's Convocation and Graduation.

Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary Education, Special Education, Secondary Education, or related field in teaching pedagogy. K-12 public school teaching experience within the last 10 years.

Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary Education, Special Education, Secondary Education, or related field in teaching pedagogy. Preference will be given to candidates with successful college teaching experience, both face to face and online. Successful experience at an access institution. At least 18 graduate hours in Special Education, Secondary Education, or Elementary Education. At least 10 years K-12 public school teaching experience.

Commitment to Excellence:
Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement. Student Success:
Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment. Innovation and Creativity:
Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world. Belonging:
Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources.

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

This is a full-time, 10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:
Health insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Parental Leave, Retirement, Employee discounts, Tuition reimbursement.