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Contemporary Issues in Urban Education: Part-Time Instructor
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Open Date: Mar 12,
2024
Deadline:
The Urban Teaching Residency (UTR) program at Penn Graduate School of Education is an in-service teacher
education program that offers students the ability to earn a master’s degree and/or teaching certification while working full-time. UTR is
organized around issues of equity, social justice, and anti-racism as well as research-based frameworks of teaching and learning.
UTR
seeks an instructor who will create a climate that embraces excellence and diversity, with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring
that enhances the work of the program and attracts and retains a diverse student body. We are seeking an instructor for Contemporary Issues
in Urban Education (see the course description below).
Contemporary Issues in Urban Education, (In-Person, Fall 2024): This course
explores the origins and context of urban education in the United States by critically examining how schools reproduce and sustain systemic
inequality. We will examine historical, political, economic, and socio-cultural frameworks for understanding urban schools, students and
teachers. Through course readings, class discussions, and assignments we explore the following: (1) the role of students, families,
teachers, and communities as actors in urban education; (2) the broader sociopolitical urban context of achievement and opportunities in
city schools, (3) teaching and learning in urban settings and (4) our teaching values and vision as actors in urban education.
Course
goals include:
Taking an assets-based perspective to see the funds of knowledge students, families, and communities bring to
education – and to disrupt deficit perspectives in the process
Taking a structural view that makes visible how larger societal
structures and systems shape schooling – and can be reshaped in more just ways
To examine culturally responsive and sustaining
approaches to teaching and learning – and revisit these in our own teaching during fall asynchronous sessions
Responsibilities:
Design course syllabus, assignments, lessons, and activities to meet course and program goals
Create a supportive and
inclusive learning environment for students
Assess student progress and provide timely and constructive feedback
Collaborate
with other instructors and program leadership to ensure a cohesive learning experience
Maintain accurate records of attendance,
grades, and student performance
Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and program
leaders
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Master’s degree (required)
Previous K-12 teaching experience is
required (experience teaching in urban schools preferred)
Previous undergraduate or graduate level teaching is required (experience
teaching comparable courses is preferred)
Knowledge of subject matter
Commitment to UTRs mission to promote anti-racist and
social justice oriented teaching and learning grounded in an asset-based approach to local communities and stakeholders
Strong
communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners
Application
Instructions
How to Apply: Email a cover letter and resume/CV and the names and contact information for three references to [email protected] with the subject line “Part-time Instructor Application.” Due to the volume of
applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. References will not be contacted until the interview
stage.
University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law.
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/142736
The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and
seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative
action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,
creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or
concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative
Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).
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