McKendree University Looking for Instructor, School of Education (Paraprofessional and Masters of Arts in Teaching Programs) at Lebanon, IL Full Time

McKendree University seeks an instructor (non-tenure track) in the School of Education to work exclusively with our
online Paraprofessional and Masters of Arts in Teaching programs. As an Instructor in the School of Education, you will play a vital role in
preparing future educators. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for teaching, a deep understanding of educational methodologies, and a
strong background as a K-12 teacher. While the candidate will be working with our online programs, they will must reside in either Illinois
or Missouri. 

Responsibilities: 

· Design and deliver engaging curriculum for our
Paraprofessional and Masters of Arts in Teaching online programs that include (but not limited to) foundational courses, multicultural, and
methodology courses in various subject areas, including science, social science, physical education, and/or the arts 

· Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and effective teaching
strategies

· Monitor students’ progress and provide support when needed 

· Work with School of Education
faculty and staff to ensure student success in their respective programs 

· Stay current with best practices in K-12
education and adapt instructional methods accordingly 

· Supervise students in the field during student
teaching 

Qualifications: 

· Ph.D. or Ed.D. (preferred) with minimum of 3-5 years K-12
teaching/leadership experience in public or private schools setting or; 

· Masters in Education or a related field
with a minimum of 5 years of K-12 teaching experience in a public or private school setting 

· Supervisory experience
with new teachers and/or paraprofessionals 

· A strong understanding of various teaching methodologies across different
subject areas 

· Excellent communication and presentation skills 

· Demonstrated commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion in education 

· Familiarity with educational technology and its integration into the
curriculum 

· Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a positive academic community 

· A passion for teaching and a dedication to shaping the next generation of educators 

McKendree University,
Illinois’ first and finest, is a private university in Lebanon, IL, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis, home of the 11-time World
Series champs (St. Louis Cardinals) and the 2019 Stanley Cup winner (St. Louis Blues). St. Louis also boasts a wonderful zoo, a
first-rate botanical garden, a vibrant art scene (both performing and visual), and a plethora of top-notch restaurants.

Qualified
candidates should complete and submit the McKendree Employment
Application with a letter of interest referencing Job #ISEP87 with a resume/CV, a philosophy of teaching statement, a philosophy of
teaching statement, a diversity statement, unofficial graduate transcripts (official upon hire), and contact information for three
professional references to the Director of Human Resources at [email protected].

Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Priority
will be given to applications received by December 1, 2023.