[narst] assistant professor position Arizona State University is searching for an assistant professor in science education.
The position announcement is below or it can be accessed through http://education.asu.edu/jobs
Assistant Professor Science or Mathematics Education
Join us at Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College where we are dedicated to preparing the next generation of education leaders, and focusing on scholarship that positively impacts local, national and global communities and influences PreK-20 education. We welcome individuals who wish to build the future of education within one of the largest and most innovative teacher preparation programs in the nation. We serve more than 5,000 students across four ASU campuses in the Phoenix metropolitan area, at partner school districts statewide and online. The College is a recognized leader in cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships and using technology to prepare excellent teachers and school leaders who apply evidence-based knowledge that positively impacts students, families and the community.
Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in science or math education
A record of scholarly accomplishment appropriate to stage in academic career
Demonstrated performance or potential in obtaining external funds
Ability to teach the following courses: (a) secondary science methods (general), (b) secondary physical science methods, and (c) elementary science or math methods
Strong English communication skills
A minimum of three years of successful secondary school (grades 7 – 12) science or math teaching experience in US schools or equivalent experience
Desired Qualifications:
Evidence of teaching effectiveness in teacher education or professional development
Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse learners and in adapting instruction for children with special needs
Experience integrating technology with instruction
About the College and the University
Teachers College offers rigorous undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Our College is dedicated to supporting our faculty members so they can provide excellent instruction to our students and pursue bold scholarship that is changing the face of education. Our award-winning faculty members are recognized for master teaching by the university, community organizations, national and international organizations.
Arizona State University, a respected research institution in the Pac-12 Conference, is developing a new model of an American research university: one that measures its academic quality by the education its graduates receive; one at which researchers, while pursuing their scholarly interests, also consider the public good; and one whose faculty expands the concept of community service by accepting major responsibility for the health, economic and social development of its community.
Application Deadline and Procedures
Only electronic applications will be reviewed. Applicants are asked to email the following as attachments in a Word doc or PDF format:
1. A letter of application in which you-
a. indicate the name of the position and rank for which you are applying, and
b. describe your fit to the position relative to the qualifications listed in this advertisement.
2. A complete curriculum vitae
3. The names and contact information of three references
to [log in to unmask], Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ.
The application deadline is November 1, 2011; if not filled, every two weeks thereafter until search is closed. The appointment will begin August 15, 2012.
Arizona State University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For a complete statement of ASU’s non-discrimination statement, refer to
asu.edu/titleIX .
Dale Baker, Professor
Fellow of the American Educational Research Association
Fellow of the American Association for the Advancment of Science