Lecturer

Title : Lecturer

Employee Classification : Lecturer (Continuing)

Campus : University of North Texas

Division : UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department : UNT-College of Education

Department : UNT-Teacher Education & Admin-132330

Job Location : Denton

Salary : Salary is commensurate with experience

FTE : 1.0

Retirement Eligibility : ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview :

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth.

We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education.

We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all.

We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities.

We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure.

Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

The Department of Teacher Education and Administration seeks to improve educational practice through the generation of knowledge and to prepare education professionals.

Its focus is on the preparation of highly competent educators, researchers and administrators who employ current theory and research as they fill these important roles.

The department also provides service to educational institutions, governmental agencies and practitioners at all levels.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI / MSIs and / or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or / and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Teacher Education and Administration (TE&A) invites applications for full-time, 9-month, Lecturer positions, beginning Fall of 2024.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the continued development and success of the department through teaching and service.

Annual reappointment is possible based on satisfactory performance. As a Professional (non-tenure track) faculty member, candidates will be expected to utilize research-based teaching practices that enhance the learning of our students in the areas of curriculum and instruction / teacher education (offered at the UNT campus and other off-site locations);

supervise undergraduate students in internships as needed; and provide service to the Department, College, and University.

Summer teaching opportunities are contingent on student demand and funding.

We anticipate several Lecturer (Continuing) openings for the Fall of 2024. As openings arise, we will actively source candidates from this applicant pool.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a valid Texas EC-6 (or all level) Teacher Certification, a minimum of a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction / teacher education (or closely related field) with an emphasis in bilingual education;

English language learning; literacy education; science, math and / or social studies at the time of appointment. Successful candidates must have at least four (4) years of public-school teaching experience in EC-6.

Applicants must have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and experience working with pre-service and / or in-service teachers.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with recent EC-6 experience.

Required License / Registration / Certifications

Required License / Registration / Certification : Valid EC-6, or all level, Texas Teacher Certification.

Work Schedule :

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle :

Security Sensitive :

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

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Benefits :

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EEO Statement :

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit and takes actions to prevent discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices.

The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate.

The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.