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Job Title: Assistant Professor of Education
Reporting Relationship: Dean, School of Teacher
Education
Department: Education-IWU Marion
Campus Location: Marion, Indiana
Summary of Position: Indiana Wesleyan University seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Education on the
Marion, Indiana campus. The ideal candidate should show evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ, full agreement with the
Wesleyan-Arminian theology, and commitment to liberal arts learning and the integration of Christian faith and learning.
Starting
date fall 2024 pending funding.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching undergraduate courses as assigned in
introduction to education, teaching methods, philosophy of education, and assessment - Assisting in the assessment of program
outcomes and preparation of accreditation reports - Serving as academic advisor for assigned students
- Directing all
secondary education programs - Supervising field experiences in practicum and student teaching
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian
commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
- Possession of a Master’s degree in education
- Certification in secondary education preferred
Experience
- Significant 5-12 classroom teaching experience required
- Prior undergraduate teaching
experience preferred
Required Skills
- A commitment to teaching excellence within a
Christ-centered academic community is essential - Demonstrates a mature personal faith in Jesus Christ and embraces the theological
and lifestyle commitments of the Wesleyan Church - Possesses the interpersonal qualities and skills to work effectively as a member
of the Indiana Wesleyan University faculty - Willingness to learn and use our online course management system
- Willingness to
learn new instructional strategies and techniques - Skills in interpreting and acting upon recommendations identified in course and
program evaluation
Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom
diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible
differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace
deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational
institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer
employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe
the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other
job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Indiana Wesleyan University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law, in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other administered programs, and all phases of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, treatment during employment, rates of pay or other compensation, and termination of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, Indiana Wesleyan University is committed to compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or other federal, state, or local laws or executive orders except as claimed in a filed religious exemption. Indiana Wesleyan University affirms its position as a Christian University of the liberal arts and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the intent, mission, and doctrinal position stated in the university catalog. The President, the Administrative Officers, and all persons who have hiring authority will maintain and implement personnel policies and practices to assure that affirmative action/equal opportunity is being actively implemented and that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion shall suffer any form of discrimination. Indiana Wesleyan University will take appropriate steps to provide reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities so long as doing so does not cause Indiana Wesleyan University an undue hardship.
