School of Education
We welcome you to apply for the following faculty appointments:
VISITING PROFESSOR - PreK - 4 Education
Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education
The School of Education at Duquesne University invites applications for a 9-month, clinical faculty position in the PreK-4 program. The position will start August 15, 2013 and end May 15, 2014. The ideal candidate would have the following qualities:
- A depth of knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas within the broader field of early childhood education: Early Childhood Theories, Research and Practices; Curriculum Design and Implementation in Early Childhood Settings; Play Experiences and Early Development; and Culturally Relevant Pedagogy in PreK- 4 Classrooms and Urban Education.
- A minimum of five years' experience teaching in Early Childhood Settings and/or PreK- 4 classrooms.
- An interest in sharing their knowledge and experiences in Infant, Toddler, Preschool, PreK-4 learning with teacher candidates and faculty.
- A willingness to build new relationships with individuals at Duquesne University, in the greater interest of advancing teaching and learning practices and opportunities within the field of Early Childhood.
Responsibilities associated with this position will include: (a) Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the PreK-4 program, specifically in the areas of Early Childhood Research, Theories and Practices; Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum Design and Implementation in Early Childhood/PreK-4 classrooms; and the Importance of Play Experiences; (b) Participating in meetings and discussions related to building the department in general and providing expertise in the continuing development of the newly implemented PreK-4 Program specifically; and (c) Assisting with PreK-4 program development by participating in PreK-4 program meetings and advising and/or mentoring graduate teacher candidates. Currently, it is expected that the clinical visiting professor will teach no more than 11 credits in the Fall semester, and 5.5 credits in the Spring semester.
This is an ideal opportunity for an established clinician who is looking for a 9-month ‘change of scenery' in the dynamic Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education (DILE) within Duquesne's School of Education. Additionally, Pittsburgh offers a rich array of varied PreK-4 classroom settings that would be of interest to those looking to deepen their knowledge and experiences within urban environments.
Our collegial and dynamic department currently has 16 research-active faculty, more than 400 graduate students, and over 350 undergraduate students. Faculty research interests cover the breadth of the educational field focusing on curriculum, instruction, technology, and leadership in teaching and teacher education. In our courses, we seek to model our mission: In order to develop teachers who care about students, we thoughtfully care for our students as they take education classes. Our goal is to combine scholarship and teaching to advance the educational professions. The Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education offers the Ed.D., M.S., B.S. degrees and a variety of teaching certifications. Additional information regarding our programs can be found at School of Education's website: http://www.duq.edu/education/
Duquesne University is committed to attracting, developing and keeping a diverse workforce that reflects the nature of our mission. Since increasing diversity is a strategic goal at Duquesne, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
Expressions of interest and applications will be treated in confidence. Candidate review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A letter of interest, research statement, teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae and three professional letters of reference should be sent electronically to facultyjobs@duq.edu. Priority will be given to applications received by June 15th.
Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the University Mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
ADJUNCTS / CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS
Department of Instruction and Leadership
The Duquesne University School of Education, Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education, is seeking adjunct/clinical instructors for the 2013-14 academic year, with expertise in the following areas:
- Middle Level Education: Young Adolescent Literature; Teaching Reading Grades 4-8; Content Knowledge for Middle Level Math.
- PK-4 Education: Early Childhood Theories and Practices; Integrating Arts into the Curriculum.
- English as a Second Language: Helping English Language Learners in Mainstream Classes
Interested candidates should e-mail their resume and a letter of interest to Darlene Beck, beckd2@duq.edu. Applicants will be reviewed beginning June 1, 2013, until all positions are filled. Per credit compensation is highly competitive, and we offer opportunities for future growth within the Department and School.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (Non Tenure-Track)
Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership
The Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership in Duquesne University's School of Education has a new opportunity to fill a non-tenure track faculty position in Educational Leadership at the Associate Professor level. Salary and terms of the annual, renewable appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and will include a 12-month salary, vacation, and benefits package.
Duquesne University's School of Education faculty share a distinct identity manifested through Educational Leadership, Scholarship for Schools and a Spiritan tradition of caring. The Education Leadership programs are members of the University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA) and are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). To learn more about the School of Education, please visit: http://www.duq.edu/academics/schools/education.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach in and direct the School Administration and Supervision program and teach in the Professional Doctorate in Educational Leadership (ProDEL) program. Candidates must have a terminal degree by time of appointment and are expected to teach at the graduate level in face-to-face and online formats, advise graduate level students, collaborate with colleagues, and represent the Department and School with professional organizations and the PA Department of Education. We welcome applicants with expertise in urban education. K-12 administrative experience is required. Interest and expertise in securing external resources are preferred. Additionally, university teaching and/or leadership experience will be viewed positively.
Appointment begins January 2, 2014. Applicants should submit: a) a letter of application reflecting qualifications and interests; b) a curriculum vitae; c) transcripts of academic work; and d) a list of references. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Candidates for this position should submit all application materials to the attention of Dr. James Henderson, Educational Foundations & Leadership Search Committee Chair at FacultyJobs@duq.edu.
Duquesne University is a private university that serves nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is located on an attractive campus on a bluff within blocks of Downtown Pittsburgh. Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer. To learn more about Duquesne University, please visit our website at http://www.duq.edu.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (Tenure-Track)
Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership
The Department of Educational Foundations & Leadership in Duquesne University's School of Education has a new opportunity to fill a tenure-track faculty position in Educational Leadership at the Assistant Professor level. Salary and terms of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and will include a 12-month salary, vacation, and benefits package.
Duquesne University's School of Education faculty share a distinct identity manifested through Educational Leadership, Scholarship for Schools and a Spiritan tradition of caring. The Education Leadership programs are members of the University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA) and are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). To learn more about the School of Education, please visit: http://www.duq.edu/academics/schools/education.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the Professional Doctorate in Educational Leadership (ProDEL) program and in the School Administration and Supervision program. Candidates must have a terminal degree by time of appointment and are expected to demonstrate a potential for excellence in research related to educational leadership, teach at the graduate level in face-to-face and online formats, advise graduate level students, collaborate with colleagues, and enhance the research capabilities of the Department and School. The specific area of research is open and we welcome applicants with expertise in urban education. Candidates with K-12 school teaching and/or administrative experience as well as interest and expertise in securing external resources are preferred. Additionally, university teaching and/or leadership experience will be viewed positively.
Appointment begins January 2, 2014. Applicants should submit: a) a letter of application reflecting qualifications and interests; b) a curriculum vitae; c) transcripts of academic work; d) sample publications; and e) at least three letters of recommendation. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Candidates for this position should submit all application materials to the attention of Dr. James Henderson, Educational Foundations & Leadership Search Committee Chair at FacultyJobs@duq.edu.
Duquesne University is a private university that serves nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is located on an attractive campus on a bluff within blocks of Downtown Pittsburgh. Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer. To learn more about Duquesne University, please visit our website at http://www.duq.edu.