Assistant Professor Specializing in Social Foundations of Education

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Job description

Position Summary

The University of Dayton, Department of Teacher Education is
seeking a dynamic faculty member with a specialization in Social
Foundations of Education at the rank of assistant professor to
begin August 16, 2022.

The successful candidate will teach three undergraduate and/or
graduate courses in Foundations of Education per semester,
including philosophy of education and contemporary perspectives on
schools and schooling. The candidate will teach both face-to-face
and online; advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate education
majors; maintain an ongoing program of research; and provide
service to the department, university and broader community.
Presence on campus for face-to-face teaching and mentoring of
students is an essential function of the position.

At the University of Dayton, we recognize that diversity, equity
and inclusion are fundamental to academic and institutional
excellence. Inclusive excellence requires alignment of
infrastructure, resources and actions. We strive to sustain
engagement with and celebration of diversity in every dimension of
institutional life. Because we seek a community with a wide range
of perspectives and experiences, we encourage all interested
candidates to apply.

The mission of the School of Education and Health Sciences, whose
work is grounded in Marianist values of community-building, service
to others, and the common good, is to educate leaders in education
and health care who transform society through faith, community
building, service, wellness and scholarship. The School's vision is
advancing social justice, equity and community through learning and
health worldwide.

In pursuit of the mission and vision of the School, the Department
of Teacher Education offers eight undergraduate degree programs,
seven graduate degree programs, and a variety of certificates and
endorsements. The Department is also engaged in initiatives in
social and emotional learning; diversity, equity, and inclusion in
education; and scientifically-based reading instruction. We have
established partnerships with area schools and faculty regularly
collaborate for program and research initiatives. We look forward
to welcoming a collaborative and forward-thinking colleague who
shares our values for community, leadership, service, and continual
learning in pursuit of the common good.

The University's 382-acre campus is located at the southern edge of
Dayton, Ohio, which has a metropolitan area population of
approximately one million. It is the location of the largest Air
Force R&D Center in the country, Wright-Patterson Air Force
Base, and the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park.
The Dayton area boasts the nation's largest paved bike trail
network and an excellent metroparks system. It is home to various
arts and cultural attractions. In addition, Dayton offers great
schools, manageable traffic, and a low cost of living. Go to
daytoncvb.com for more information about the area.

Minimum Qualifications:

ABD nearing completion in Social Foundations of Education,
Philosophy of Education, or in Philosophy with specialization
related to education;
Commitment to using your expertise in the field to help
students understand contemporary educational policies and practices
and develop practical wisdom for action that seeks equity, justice,
and peace;
Expressed willingness to engage with Marianist educational
values that build community across diversity, promote inclusive
excellence, and contribute to the common good;
Promise of excellence in (1) research in the field of
Foundations of Education or Philosophy of Education and (2)
teaching and developing courses and programming in Foundations of
Education at the college level; and
Excellent written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Social Foundations of Education, Philosophy of
Education, or Philosophy with specialization related to
education;
Multiple perspectives on foundations of education, such as
sociological, political, and/or historical;
Successful experience integrating resources from the Catholic
intellectual tradition into course development and
instruction;
Record of peer-reviewed scholarly activity relevant to your
field of study;
Effective oral communication skills;
Effective interpersonal communication skills; and
Successful experience in any or all of the following within the
US system of higher education:

teaching culturally and linguistically diverse
communities;
employing active and inclusive learning strategies to foster
and maintain student engagement; or
using instructional technology within both -face-to-face and
online teaching.

Special Instructions for Applicants:

Interested persons should submit:

A letter of application addressing your interest in the
position, your accomplishments, and how you meet all minimum
qualifications and any preferred qualifications;
Curriculum vitae;
Teaching philosophy statement and/or sample foundations of
education syllabus that illustrates how your teaching addresses the
required and preferred qualifications for this position;
A description of your scholarly agenda;
If ABD, a letter from the adviser attesting to anticipated date
of completion;
Contact information for three current professional references;
and
Informal/unofficial transcripts of all coursework

For more information about this position, email
(see below)
To comply with federal rules, UD will require all employees
including student employees to be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19. The University will accept valid religious or medical
exemptions and seek to reasonably accommodate them. Links to the
most up-to-date COVID-19 health information, an easy-to-navigate
index of the University's COVID-19 guidelines, and resources can be
found at

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United
States on a Full time basis.
Posting closes at 11:55 PM EST on December 10, 2021.

Closing Statement:

The University of Dayton is a top tier, Catholic research
university with offerings from the undergraduate to the doctoral
levels. Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, the University is a
diverse community committed to advancing the common good through
intellectual curiosity, academic rigor, community engagement and
local, national and global partnerships. Guided by the Marianist
educational philosophy, we educate the whole person and link
learning and scholarship with leadership and service.
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University
is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve
equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus
community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer,
we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected
veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of race,
color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender
identity.
The University is also pleased to provide support for spouses of
prospective and newly hired faculty through its dual career
program. While we cannot guarantee placement, we serve as an
effective resource and support system for your spouse. Information
can be found at
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