Employment Opportunities
Armstrong Professorship in Digital Media
ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Responsibilities:
Assistant or Associate Professor to hold Armstrong Professorship in Digital Media; work with the Armstrong Institute for Interactive Media Studies (AIMS); be a highly effective teacher; produce innovative and fundable scholarship that simultaneously reflects and advances the vision, mission, and national/international reputation of both the School and AIMS; perform service to the institution which could include development of: curricula, internship programs, or digital media programs.
Qualifications:
Require: Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree, in a field of study represented in the School (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, or Teacher Education), or a related field (ABD accepted with completion by the date of appointment); established interest in interactive digital media in educational contexts with expertise in one or more of the following areas: new media pedagogy and theory, web 2.0 technologies, distance learning, online content creation/critique, software application and tools development, virtual environments, or gaming; be knowledgeable about and responsive to the different ways technology has changed society; keen interpersonal and communication skills; a documented record of collaborative experiences. For appointment as Associate Professor, require established record of successful scholarship and teaching. The AIMS Professor is a critical linchpin in the EHS's efforts to build interdisciplinary synergy among various technology initiatives. Desirable candidates will be influential, inspirational, and collaborative, inviting faculty and students to think and act differently as teachers, researchers, and citizens. A successful candidate will be a leader within EHS and an ambassador to other constituencies. AIMS is an innovative degree-granting program driven by emerging interactive technologies and a cohort of collaborative faculty who build "horizontal" curriculum and research across campus.
Contact Information:
To apply, send a cover letter describing interest in the position, a CV, and a list of 3-5 references to: Professor Peter Magolda, Co-chair AIMS Professor Search Committee, Educational Leadership, 304 McGuffey Hall, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056. Email contact: magoldpm@muohio.edu. Application screening begins April 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Start date of position is negotiable.
Educational Leadership / College Student Personnel
Assistant or Associate Professor
Responsibilities:
Educational Leadership: Assistant/Associate Professor, College Student Personnel (CSP) and Student Affairs in Higher Education to teach graduate courses in two of the following areas: research, student cultures, social foundations, student affairs administration, and student development. Additional responsibilities include: Advising students, conducting research, securing grant funding, and assisting with program administration.
Additional Information:
Qualifications:
Require: (1) earned doctorate in Higher Education/College Student Personnel/Student Affairs or area directly related to college student affairs; (2) excellent teaching skills; (3) established record of (for appointment to Associate) or promise of (for appointment to Assistant) research and scholarship; (4) commitment to student advising and mentoring; (5) experience in student affairs practice; (6) demonstrated professional involvement; (7) ability to assist in program administration. A doctorate is expected; ABD applicants will be considered (for appointment to Assistant), but the doctorate must be completed by the time of appointment. Desire: experience with extramural funding, quantitative research expertise, and the ability to add to the diversity of the faculty.
Contact Information:
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, three letters of reference, evidence of excellent teaching, a statement of assumptions about the role of students and teachers in graduate education, and two examples of scholarly writing to: Professor Marcia Baxter Magolda, Department of Educational Leadership, 304 McGuffey Hall, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio 45056. Screening will begin on September 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Appointment begins 2009-10 academic year.
Tenure Track: Educational Pscyhology
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Educational Psychology
The mission of the school of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global setting through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The school of Education, Health, and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: Assistant Professor in Educational Psychology
Duties: Expected duties include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, especially in the area of educational assessment, conducting and publishing research, serving on student research committees, and providing service to the department, university and profession.
Required Qualifications: The candidate must hold an earned doctorate (or ABD) in educational psychology or comparable field and have expertise in designing, analyzing, and evaluating assessment practices and policies. Candidates must have knowledge of multicultural education or experience working with diverse student populations in P-12 education.
Desired Qualifications: Desired qualifications include three or more years of practice as an educator, experience using and evaluating varied assessment methods with special expertise in either quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods of assessment, and ability to take a leadership role in planning coursework that prepares students for assessment practices. Also desired is knowledge of learning and human development theories, work with linguistically diverse learners, ESL/TESOL experience, or international experience/focus.
Application Process: Applications should be submitted electronically to Dr. Doris Bergen at assesmentandeval@muohio.edu. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, copies of transcripts, and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin on November 17 and continue until applicant is selected. If you have questions about the position, you can contact Dr. Bergen at bergend@muohio.edu.
Department: Miami University’s Department of Educational Psychology offers a specialist degree in school psychology, an undergraduate degree in mild/moderate special education, a master’s degree in educational psychology with a psychological or educational focus, a master’s degrees in special education, and a forthcoming master’s degree in instructional design and technology.
Equity and Equal Opportunity Required Statement: Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Campus Crime and Safety Report – www.muohio.edu/righttoknow <http://www.muohio.edu/righttoknow> . Hard copy upon request. Miami University offers excellent benefits <http://www.muohio.edu/prs/benefits>
Tenure Track: Special Education (Mild/Moderate)
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Educational Psychology
The mission of the school of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global setting through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The school of Education, Health, and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor in Special Education (Mild/Moderate)
Duties: Teach undergraduate/graduate level special education courses; conduct research; advise graduate students and supervise theses; provide university and professional service.
Required Qualifications: earned doctorate in special education or related field by date of appointment; three years of K-12 teaching or related experience; background in working with diverse student populations in P-12 or higher education; knowledge of multicultural education
Desired Qualifications: potential for nationally recognized scholarship; potential for obtaining external funding; experience with linguistically diverse leaners, ESL/TESOL experience, or international experience
Application Process: Applications should be submitted electronically to Dr. Leah Wasburn-Moses at sped@muohio.edu. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, and three letters of reference.
Deadline: The Screening Committee will begin reviewing applications November 17, 2008.
Tenure Track - School Psychology
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Educational Psychology
The mission of the school of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global setting through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The school of Education, Health, and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: Associate/Full Professor in School Psychology
Duties: Expected duties include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, supervising theses, coordinating the specialist level training program, supervising internships, conducting research, and service to the department, university and profession.
Required Qualifications: Candidates must hold an earned doctorate from an APA and/or NASP approved doctoral training program in school psychology and have an established scholarship and teaching record. Candidates should have expertise with RtI and a tiered model of service delivery, and knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in P-12 and higher education. For the rank of professor, candidates must have a distinguished and ongoing record of scholarship and teaching excellence.
Desired Qualifications: Desired qualifications include three or more years of practice in the field as a school psychologist; work with linguistically diverse learners, ESL/TESOL experience, or international experience/focus.
Application Process: Applications should be submitted electronically to Dr. Alex Thomas at schoolpsychology1@muohio.edu. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference. If you have questions about the position, you can contact Dr. Thomas at thomasa@muohio.edu.
Deadline. The Screening Committee will begin reviewing applications November 17, 2008.
Department: Miami University’s Department of Educational Psychology offers a specialist degree in school psychology, an undergraduate degree in special education with a focus on mild/moderate disabilities, a masters degree in educational psychology with a psychological or educational focus, a masters degree in special education, and a forthcoming masters degree in instructional design and technology.
Equity and Equal Opportunity Required Statement: Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Campus Crime and Safety Report – www.muohio.edu/righttoknow <http://www.muohio.edu/righttoknow> . Hard copy upon request. Miami University offers excellent benefits <http://www.muohio.edu/prs/benefits>.
Tenure Track - School Psychology
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Educational Psychology
The mission of the school of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global setting through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The school of Education, Health, and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: Assistant Professor in School Psychology
Duties: Expected duties include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, serving on theses committees, conducting research, and service to the department, university and profession.
Required Qualifications: The candidate must have an earned doctorate by August 2009 from an APA and/or NASP approved doctoral training program in school psychology and have expertise with RtI and a tiered model of service delivery. Candidates must have knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in P-12 education.
Desired Qualifications: Desired qualifications include three or more years of practice in the field as a school psychologist; work with linguistically diverse learners, ESL/TESOL experience, or international experience/focus.
Application Process: Applications should be submitted electronically to Dr. Alex Thomas at schoolpsychology2@muohio.edu. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, and three letters of reference. If you have questions about the position, you can contact Dr. Thomas at thomasa@muohio.edu.
Deadline. The Screening Committee will begin reviewing applications November 17, 2008.
Department: Miami University’s Department of Educational Psychology offers a specialist degree in school psychology, an undergraduate degree in special education with a focus on mild/moderate disabilities, a masters degree in educational psychology with a psychological or educational focus, a masters degree in special education, and a forthcoming masters degree in instructional design and technology.
Equity and Equal Opportunity Required Statement: Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Campus Crime and Safety Report – www.muohio.edu/righttoknow <http://www.muohio.edu/righttoknow> . Hard copy upon request. Miami University offers excellent benefits <http://www.muohio.edu/prs/benefits>.
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Associate/Full Professor to teach graduate courses in educational politics and policy; supervise dissertations; conduct research; maintain service to University and profession. Require: Doctorate with emphasis on educational politics or policy, political science or related field; well articulated research agenda in area of educational policy/politics; established and nationally prominent record (for appointment as full professor) or established record (for appointment as associate professor) in research and scholarship; excellent teaching skills; demonstrated professional involvement; knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in P-12 and higher education. Desire: Teaching and/or administrative experience in P-12 schools; experience in politics or electoral campaigns; experience in grant development; work with linguistically diverse students or international experience/focus. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference electronically (pdf format preferred) to edladminsearch@muohio.edu. For questions, contact Dr. Michael Dantley, Associate Provost & Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Miami Professor, Educational Leadership at edladminsearch@muohio.edu or 513/529-6722. Screening of applications begins December 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
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Interdisciplinary - FamilySchool-Community Connections
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
The mission of the school of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global setting through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The school of Education, Health, and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure-track): to teach interdisciplinary courses on family-school-community connections, as well as disciplinary courses in the home department; maintain a productive research agenda, and provide service to the university. Appointment would be in one of the five departments in the School.
Require: Doctorate in education, family studies, social work, health, or a related field by time of the appointment; knowledge of or experience with multicultural populations; extensive record of high quality research and university teaching required for appointment as associate professor.
Desire: experience with linguistically diverse learners and/or international experience; previous university teaching; expertise with urban settings; grant experience.
Send letter of application that discusses research and teaching interests and experience, c.v.; evidence of teaching excellence; a writing sample; and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Judy Rogers, Associate Dean, School of Education, Health and Society, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, 45056; rogersjl@muohio.edu. For more information, contact search co-chairs, Dr. Elise Radina at 513-529-3639 (radiname@muohio.edu) or Dr. Sally Lloyd at 513-529-6867 (1loydsa@muohio. edu).
Screening begins December 1, 2008. Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses, committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Benefits for faculty, including their family members and same sex-domestic partners, can be found at http://www.units.inuohio.edu/prs/benefits/ . Campus crime and safety report: www.muohio.edu/righttoknow <http://vww.rnuohio.edu/righttoknow. Hard copy upon request.
Continuing non-tenure track: Clinical Faculty
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Teacher Education
The mission of the School of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote well-being in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The School of Education, Health and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: CLINICAL FACULTY POSITION, Continuing non-tenure-track.
Responsibilities: Work with teachers and principals in Miami University Partner schools and teach education courses related to background and experience. This includes method courses; supervise field-based program experiences; advise undergraduate students; provide service to the university, schools and the profession.
Require: Masters degree in education with an emphasis in K-8 Education; three years of teaching experience; knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in preK-12 and/or higher education.
Desire: Doctorate with emphasis in K-8 Education; inclusionary experience and experience with culturally and linguistically diverse students or students in urban environments; three years of teaching experience with children in grades K-8; evidence of professional service, effective teaching, grantsmanship; participation in state and national professional organizations, experience with school-university partnerships; experience in integrating technology in K-8 teaching; scholarly productivity in K-8 education.
Application Process: Candidates should submit the following: 1) a letter of application detailing their interest and qualifications, 2) a full curriculum vitae, and 3) graduate transcripts. In addition, three current letters of reference should be sent directly to: Dr. Donald A. Pribble, Department of Teacher Education, Miami University, 401 McGuffey Hall, Oxford, OH 45056.
Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on December 1st, 2008, and continue until position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Donald A. Pribble at (513) 529-7029 or pribblda@muohio.edu.
The Department of Teacher Education: The Department of Teacher Education is an exciting, diverse department that accepts about 450 new students into its programs annually. The instructional staff includes 30 tenure-track faculty and a number of full-time visiting positions and part-time positions. Visit the department’s website for detailed information at www.units.muohio.edu/eap/departments/edt/.
Miami University: Miami University is located in beautiful Oxford, Ohio, within an hour of both Cincinnati and Dayton. Founded in 1809, Miami is approaching its 200th anniversary with a renewed commitment to the best ideals of public higher education. Miami offers nationally recognized degree programs, both undergraduate and graduate, in arts and science, business, education, engineering, and fine arts to more than 20,000 students each year at our main campus in Oxford, Ohio, at our regional campuses in nearby Hamilton, Middletown, at our learning center in West Chester, and at our Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg. Regularly citied as one of the top public universities in the nation, Miami is consistently praised by college guidebooks for practices leading to student success, including personal attention from faculty, participation in significant research, and opportunities for leadership.
Tenure Track: Teacher Education, Reading/Language Arts
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Teacher Education
The mission of the School of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote well-being in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The School of Education, Health and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: READING/LANGUAGE ARTS, Associate/Full Professor, tenure-track.
Duties: Provide leadership in established graduate programs in Reading and an emerging interdisciplinary doctoral program. Conduct and publish research, seek external funding, provide selective and collaborative service to the university, partner schools, and the profession. Teach undergraduate courses in the education programs and advise students, subject to professional interests and departmental needs.
Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate in reading or related field, successful record of scholarly publications in highly regarded journals, proven leadership, university teaching experience, and knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in preK-12 and higher education. For appointment to full professor, the applicant should demonstrate a nationally prominent record of research and scholarship.
Desired Qualifications: Three years of K-12 teaching or related experience, record of external funding, experience in culturally diverse, urban, or international settings, preparation of literacy coaches, and the ability to contribute to existing strengths and initiatives, such as preparing teachers to work with English Language Learners and to integrate literacy with technology.
Application Process: Candidates submit a letter of application detailing their interest and qualifications, a full curriculum vitae, and three current letters of reference to: Dr. Paula Saine, Dept. of Teacher Education, Miami University, 401 McGuffey Hall, Oxford, OH 45056.
Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on November 17th, 2008, and continue until position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Paula Saine at (513) 529-9560 or sainep@muohio.edu.
The Department of Teacher Education: The Department of Teacher Education is an intellectually diverse department working in a technologically enhanced setting. It admits about 450 new students into its programs annually. The instructional staff includes 30 tenure-track faculty and a number of full-time visiting positions and part-time positions. Visit the department’s website for detailed information at www.units.muohio.edu/eap/departments/edt/.
Miami University: Miami University is located in beautiful Oxford, Ohio, within an hour of both Cincinnati and Dayton. Founded in 1809, Miami is approaching its 200th anniversary with a renewed commitment to the best ideals of public higher education. Miami offers nationally recognized degree programs, both undergraduate and graduate, in arts and science, business, education, engineering, and fine arts to more than 20,000 students each year at our main campus in Oxford, Ohio, at our regional campuses in nearby Hamilton, Middletown, at our learning center in West Chester, and at our Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg. Regularly citied as one of the top public universities in the nation, Miami is consistently praised by college guidebooks for practices leading to student success, including personal attention from faculty, participation in significant research, and opportunities for leadership.
Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Excellent benefits including same-sex domestic partner benefits. Please visit www.units.muohio.edu/prs/benefits/ Campus Crime and Safety Report – www.muohio.edu/righttoknow. Hard copy available upon request.
Tenure Track: Teacher Education, Reading/Language Arts
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Teacher Education
The mission of the School of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote well-being in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The School of Education, Health and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: READING/LANGUAGE ARTS, Assistant Professor, tenure-track.
Duties: Teach Reading/Language Arts methods courses in early childhood and/or middle childhood education programs, supervise field-based program experiences, advise undergraduate and graduate students, teach graduate courses, supervise graduate research, conduct and publish research, and provide service to the department, university, and the profession.
Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate in Education with emphasis in Reading/Language Arts or a closely related field. ABDs will be considered, but the doctoral degree must be completed by the time of appointment. Evidence of research and scholarship. Knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in preK-12 and/or higher education.
Desired Qualifications: (a) three or more years of preK-12 teaching experience in culturally diverse, urban, or international settings, (b) leadership in state and national professional organizations, (c) experience with school-university partnerships, and (d) the ability to contribute to existing strengths and initiatives, such as preparing teachers to work with English Language Learners and to integrate literacy and technology in the classroom.
Application Process: Candidates submit a letter of application detailing their interest and qualifications; a full curriculum vitae; and three current letters of reference to: Dr. Paula Saine, Dept. of Teacher Education, Miami University, 401 McGuffey Hall, Oxford, OH 45056.
Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on November 17th, 2008, and continue until position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Paula Saine at (513) 529-9560 or sainep@muohio.edu.
The Department of Teacher Education: The Department of Teacher Education is an intellectually diverse department working in a technologically enhanced setting. It admits about 450 new students into its programs annually. The instructional staff includes 30 tenure-track faculty and a number of full-time visiting positions and part-time positions. Visit the department’s website for detailed information at www.units.muohio.edu/eap/departments/edt/.
Miami University: Miami University is located in beautiful Oxford, Ohio, within an hour of both Cincinnati and Dayton. Founded in 1809, Miami is approaching its 200th anniversary with a renewed commitment to the best ideals of public higher education. Miami offers nationally recognized degree programs, both undergraduate and graduate, in arts and science, business, education, engineering, and fine arts to more than 20,000 students each year at our main campus in Oxford, Ohio, at our regional campuses in nearby Hamilton, Middletown, at our learning center in West Chester, and at our Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg. Regularly citied as one of the top public universities in the nation, Miami is consistently praised by college guidebooks for practices leading to student success, including personal attention from faculty, participation in significant research, and opportunities for leadership.
Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Excellent benefits including same-sex domestic partner benefits. Please visit www.units.muohio.edu/prs/benefits/ Campus Crime and Safety Report – www.muohio.edu/righttoknow. Hard copy available upon request.
Tenure Track: Early Childhood Education
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Teacher Education
The mission of the School of Education, Health and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote well-being in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The School of Education, Health and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, Assistant/Associate Professor, tenure-track.
Responsibilities: Teach early childhood education courses; conduct and publish research in high quality professional publications; advise undergraduate and graduate students; supervise field-based program experiences; provide service to the university, schools and the profession.
Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate in education with emphasis in Early Childhood Education or closely related field; knowledge of multicultural education or background in working with diverse student populations in preK-12 and/or higher education. ABDs will be considered, but the doctorate must be completed by the time of appointment. Appointment as associate professor requires established and excellent record in teaching and scholarship.
Desired Qualifications: Inclusionary experience and experience with culturally and linguistically diverse students or students in urban environments; three years teaching experience with children ages 3-8; evidence of professional service, effective teaching, grantsmanship, and scholarly productivity in early childhood education. Participation in state and national professional organizations, experience with school-university partnerships, experience in integrating technology in early childhood teaching, and background to teach social studies methods and/or reading/literacy courses.
Application Process: Candidates should submit the following: 1) a letter of application detailing their interest and qualifications, 2) a full curriculum vitae, and 3) graduate transcripts. In addition, three current letters of reference should be sent directly to: Dr. Robert Burke, Department of Teacher Education, Miami University, 401 McGuffey Hall, Oxford, OH 45056.
Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on November 17th, 2008, and continue until position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Robert Burke at (513) 529-2347 or burkerw@muohio.edu.
The Department of Teacher Education: The Department of Teacher Education is an exciting, diverse department that accepts about 450 new students into its programs annually. The instructional staff includes 30 tenure-track faculty and a number of full-time visiting positions and part-time positions. Visit the department’s website for detailed information at www.units.muohio.edu/eap/departments/edt/.
Miami University: Miami University is located in beautiful Oxford, Ohio, within an hour of both Cincinnati and Dayton. Founded in 1809, Miami is approaching its 200th anniversary with a renewed commitment to the best ideals of public higher education. Miami offers nationally recognized degree programs, both undergraduate and graduate, in arts and science, business, education, engineering, and fine arts to more than 20,000 students each year at our main campus in Oxford, Ohio, at our regional campuses in nearby Hamilton, Middletown, at our learning center in West Chester, and at our Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg. Regularly citied as one of the top public universities in the nation, Miami is consistently praised by college guidebooks for practices leading to student success, including personal attention from faculty, participation in significant research, and opportunities for leadership.
Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. Excellent benefits including same-sex domestic partner benefits. Please visit www.units.muohio.edu/prs/benefits/ Campus Crime and Safety Report – www.muohio.edu/righttoknow. Hard copy available upon request.
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Department of Family Studies & Social Work
The mission of the school of Education, Health, and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the school provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices.
Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced our society. The School of Education, Health, and Society celebrates the opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration facilitated by the five departments (Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Family Studies and Social Work, Kinesiology and Health, and Teacher Education) in our division. It is our belief that the synergy from this comprehensive approach creates the kind of integrated human experience that is essential to excellence in research and teaching.
Position: SOCIAL WORK , Assistant Professor, Tenure Track
As a department committed to Miami University and the mission of the school of Education, Health and Society, the Family Studies and Social Work (FSW) Department is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure track) in Social Work at its Oxford Campus. The Social Work Program offers an undergraduate BSW social work degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Miami University, routinely recognized for its outstanding undergraduate education and its beautiful campus, is located near Dayton and Cincinnati, and serves close to 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students at its Oxford, Hamilton and Middletown campuses and its learning center in West Chester.
Position Duties: Professional responsibilities include teaching undergraduate social work courses, establishing a substantial record of scholarship, seeking external funding, advising students, and providing service to the university, community and profession. In addition to the aforementioned tasks, the successful applicant will also help to coordinate the field practicum experience by establishing and maintaining relationships with community agencies, providing support for students in field placement through visits as well as plan and implement field supervisor orientation sessions.
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. by date of appointment in social work or related field; MSW with a minimum of two years of post-MSW practice experience; experience with multicultural and diverse populations.
Desired Qualification: Higher-education teaching; publication and external funding potential; commitment to university and community service; CSWE accreditation standards; ability to teach courses in family studies; serve on family studies graduate committees; work with linguistically diverse learners.
Applicants are required to provide a letter of intent, curriculum vita and at least three letters of reference. Syllabi of courses previously taught, along with student and/or peer evaluations of teaching are welcomed, if available. Please submit applications to Dr. W. Sean Newsome, Associate Professor and BSW Program Director, Miami University, Family Studies and Social Work Department, McGuffey Hall, Campus Av., Room 101J, Oxford, OH 45056. Screening of applicants begins October 25th and will remain open until the position is filled. The salary is competitive.
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Tenure Track: Interdisciplinary-Physical Activity & Cognitive Connections in Children
MIAMI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & SOCIETY
Position: INTERDISCIPLINARY-PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & COGNITIVE CONNECTION IN CHILDREN, Assistant/Associate, tenure track
Job description: The School of Education, Health and Society (EHS) at Miami University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor position with an interdisciplinary focus on physical activity-cognitive function/academic achievement connection in children, beginning in August 2009. This position builds on the division’s commitment to interdisciplinary work that generates new knowledge regarding the inter-relationships between physical activity/fitness and cognitive function/academic achievement in children. Research/teaching focus could involve the role of physical activity/fitness on children’s academic achievement or neuro-cognitive function, movement therapy for children with developmental disabilities, children’s mental and physical health, and the multiple contexts in which these issues persist in a school setting.
Appointment would be in one of the five departments in the School of Education, Health, and Society. Candidates should be able to teach interdisciplinary courses, as well as disciplinary courses in the home department; maintain a productive research agenda, and provide service to the university. We are especially interested in applicants who have a strong interest, as well as expertise in pursuing external funding and engaging in interdisciplinary research with others in EHS and across the university.
Require: Doctorate in education, kinesiology, psychology, health or a related field by time of the appointment; knowledge of or experience with multicultural populations; extensive record of high quality research and university teaching required for appointment as associate professor.
Desire: previous p-12 or university teaching experience; grant writing experience; experience with urban settings; experience with linguistically diverse learners and/or international experience; candidates who have a strong interest, as well as expertise in pursuing external funding and engaging in interdisciplinary research with others in the division and across the university.
Send letter of application that discusses research and teaching interests and experience, curriculum vita, published manuscript(s), and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Judy Rogers, Associate Dean, School of Education, Health and Society, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, 45056; rogersjl@muohio.edu. For more information, contact Dr. Randal Claytor at 513-529-5815 or claytorp@muohio.edu. Screening of applications begins January 15, 2009. Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses, committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Benefits for faculty, including their family members and same sex-domestic partners, can be found at http://www.units.inuohio.edu/prs/benefits/ . Campus crime and safety report: www.muohio.edu/righttoknow <http://vww.rnuohio.edu/righttoknow. Hard copy upon request.
Miami University is located in beautiful Oxford, Ohio within an hour of both Cincinnati and Dayton. Founded in 1809, Miami is approaching its 200th anniversary with a renewed commitment to the best ideals of public higher education. Miami offers nationally recognized degree programs, both undergraduate and graduate, in arts and science, business, education, engineering, and fine arts to more than 20,000 students each year at our main campus in Oxford, Ohio, at our regional campuses in nearby Hamilton, Middletown, at our learning center in West Chester, and at our Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg.
Regularly citied as one of the top public universities in the nation, Miami is consistently praised by college guidebooks for practices leading to student success, including personal attention from faculty, participation in significant research, and opportunities for leadership. In addition, Miami consistently ranks among the top universities in the nation for the number of students studying abroad. The seamless integration of academic and student affairs results in an involving, student-centered, residential experience on the Oxford campus. All students complete the Miami Plan for Liberal Education, a core curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, understanding concepts, and engaging with other learners.
The university strives to achieve a balance that keeps faculty intellectually engaged and that still attends to its primary mission as an undergraduate teaching institution. Faculty work with students both in the classroom and in research projects to an extent not broadly available at larger “R1” universities. Faculty strive to teach well and are well-supported by the Office for the Advancement of Research and Scholarship. In the book Creating the Future of Faculty Development: Learning from the Past, Understanding the Present, Miami is named among the top four schools nationwide as influential models for faculty development.
Miami is an EOE/AA employer. Campus Crime and Safety Report is available at –
www.muohio.edu/righttoknow. A hard copy is available upon request.