Virginia Union University Looking for AA Professor of Teacher Education at Richmond, VA Full Time

Assistant /Associate Professor of Teacher Education

VUU is nourished by its African American and Christian
heritage and energized by a commitment to excellence and diversity. Its mission is to: 1) Provide a nurturing, intellectually challenging
and spiritually enriching environment for learning; 2) Empower students to develop strong moral values for success; and 3) Develop scholars,
leaders, and lifelong learners of a global society. 

Established in 1865, Virginia Union University gave newly emancipated slaves an
opportunity for education, for establishing a community, and for gaining economic, political and social advancement. The University is the
result of a merger among four historic institutions: Richmond Theological Seminary, Wayland Seminary, Hartshorn Memorial, and Storer
College. Richmond Theological Seminary held its first classes at Lumpkin’s Jail, a former holding cell for runaway slaves. The Wayland
Seminary was founded in 1865 by the American Baptist Home Mission Society in Washington, DC. Two years later Storer College was founded in
West Virginia, and Hartshorn Memorial College opened its doors in 1883 as the first college for African American women in the country. After
operating independently for three decades, these notable seminaries joined forces to form Virginia Union University in 1899. Hartshorn
Memorial and Storer Colleges would eventually join this Union in 1932 and 1964, respectively.

Located in the heart of Virginia’s
capital city, Virginia Union University, a Baptist affiliated private institution, is best known for its world-renowned graduate school of
theology. It also offers a broad range of educational opportunities in the liberal arts, teaching, research, science, technology, continuing
education, civic engagement, and study abroad. VUU’s commitment to student success has included an emphasis on student engagement and
retention, and close interaction between faculty and students, both of which produce a synergy among scholarship, teaching, and
learning.

At Virginia Union University®, we consistently search for and create growth opportunities that forge groundbreaking
research, state of the art technology, or top-of-the-line curriculum. We welcome and encourage new ideas and processes that positively
impact experiences. We require the following core values. 

Spiritual Formation, as a faith-based University, we
welcome the regular practice of prayer, worship, silence, and mediation that matures one’s relationships, values, and life purpose that lead
to ongoing spiritual growth and transformation.

Integrity, we value our commitment to fairness, honesty, and truth
reflected in each person’s words and deeds while holding ourselves accountable for our personal and words and actions.

Diversity & Inclusion, as one of the nation’s oldest HBCUs, we value diversity in thought, perspective, and embodiment,
trusting that we are stronger when various voices, traditions, and experiences are present. 

Excellence, we provide
the highest quality of experiences and interactions while remaining flexible, responsive, and open-minded in developing and delivering
programs, services, and facilities committed to exceeding the standards of what it means to be Best-In-Class.

POSITION
SUMMARY: 

The Evelyn Reid Syphax School of Education at Virginia Union University invites applicants to apply for a
full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Teacher Education position. The school seeks applicants who can develop and teach
courses and programs in teacher education; liaise with P-12 educators, education stakeholders, and professional associations; and conduct
program assessments that contribute to a culture of continuous program improvement. The school hopes to attract applicants who can teach in
a diverse University community and have demonstrated ability in intrusive advising and helping students from diverse backgrounds
succeed.

All programs in Teacher Education are approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and the Council for the
Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). 

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teach
  undergraduate and graduate courses in Teacher Education in the traditional, hybrid and virtual environment.
• Advise and mentor
  candidates.
• Collaborate with faculty in recruitment and retention activities. 
• Engage in assessment at the candidate,
  program, and unit level.
• Serve and engage in university, school and/or community committee activities.
• Participate in
  peer-reviewed scholarly activity (research, publications, grants, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• An earned
  doctorate from a regionally accredited college/university in an appropriate discipline (Early Childhood/Elementary Education, Special
  Education, Curriculum and Instruction, etc.)
• Knowledge of assessment standards and procedures of the Council for the Accreditation
  of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC)
• Three years
  plus of teaching and/or administrative experiences in P-12 education
• Teaching experience in traditional, hybrid and virtual
  environments
• Demonstrated record of scholarly activity
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and helping students from
  underrepresented populations succeed.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three plus years of teaching and/or administrative
  experiences in higher education
• Experience with Special Education.

How to Apply: 

To apply for
a full-time tenure-track or non-tenured faculty position at VUU all applicants must submit the following as a single pdf in
ADP: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Curriculum vita/resume 
3. Teaching philosophy “Describe your teaching philosophy, including
   examples of how it informs your pedagogical practices.” (1 page max)
4. Diversity statement “Describe your commitment to equity and
   diversity, including examples of how it informs your teaching, research, and/or service.”  (1 page max)
5. Contact information for
   three professional references (References will NOT be contacted unless an applicant is advanced to the “Interview” stage of this
   process.)
6. Unofficial transcripts: official transcripts required prior to start date. 

Salary:
 Commensurate with experience

Applications Deadline:

Review of candidate materials will begin
immediately and continue until the position is filled.  If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

The selected applicant may be required to submit to a background investigation. VUU is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual
orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.