Elementary and Middle Education Program Teaching Faculty

## Elementary and Middle Education Program Teaching Faculty The individual will be an active member of the Elementary and Middle Education program and contribute to the preparation of teachers for urban and diverse communities. They will teach undergraduate and post-baccalaureate courses, supervise preservice teachers in clinical experiences, have an on campus presence, engage in program work, and attend program and department meetings.

The individual must have knowledge and expertise to teach courses in general pedagogy and core content area methods and to link course material to clinical experiences. Teaching experience at the elementary and middle school levels is required, preferably in urban and diverse settings.

The individual will bring a strengths-based perspective and a deep understanding of the positive impacts of urban schools and communities.
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Job Responsibilities:

*** Teach courses in the Elementary and Middle Education program.
* Advise and mentor students.
* Contribute to collaborative program coordination and curriculum development.
* Supervise preservice teachers in clinical experiences.
* Attend program and department meetings.

The mission of the UWM School of Education is to provide leadership and inspiration for learning and human development in urban communities. The School values excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service, and leadership for the needs of diverse communities. The School values and has strong collaborations with area public school districts and community organizations.

The Department of Teaching and Learning offers programs at the bachelor, masters, and doctoral levels. Central to the work of the department is the preparation of teachers to work in settings serving culturally and linguistically diverse children. The department offers teacher education programs for early childhood, elementary and middle education, secondary, and special education.

The Elementary and Middle Education (EME) program prepares individuals to meet the needs of diverse populations in regular education settings. Clinical and student teaching experiences occur mainly in urban settings and take place in close partnership with local school districts. School of

Education:

Master’s degree in education or a closely related field. Minimum of 5 years of classroom teaching experience in elementary or middle school classrooms. Experience teaching in urban settings.

Successful teaching experience in higher education. Supervision experience with preservice teachers. Experience mentoring or coaching practicing or preservice classroom teachers.

Experience in providing a supportive mental health environment or teaching for social and emotional learning. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds.

UWMis one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work. UWMoffers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an  including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.

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