Department of Curriculum and Instruction (Program in Social Studies K-6)

Position: Assistant Professor of K-6 Social Studies Education (Tenure Track)

Qualifications:
• Earned doctorate in teacher education or curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in elementary social studies education
• At least 2 years of teaching experience at grades K-6
• Ability to pursue a defined research agenda in elementary social studies education
• Ability to pursue external funding
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty from other colleges within the university
• Ability to teach with a multicultural perspective
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with professional development schools preferred
• Experience in higher education teaching and/or supervision preferred

Responsibilities:
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary social studies education and teacher education
• Maintain an active research/publication record in elementary social studies education and teacher education
• Direct student research, theses, and dissertations
• Coordinate and supervise practica and internship experiences
• Collaborate in ongoing development of innovative undergraduate and graduate programs
• Participate in school/university partnerships and related professional organizations
• Pursue external funding

Further information about the program and college is accessible at www.education.ua.edu.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Cynthia Sunal at cvsunal@bamaed.ua.edu

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Starting Date: August 16, 2008

Benefits:
• Health and Life Insurance
• TIAA-CREF Available
• Teachers’ Retirement System of Alabama
• Summer employment available on an as needed basis
• International Teaching Opportunities Possible

Application Deadline: Applications may be sent electronically to bcspence@bamaed.ua.edu. The review of credentials will begin December 1, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled. Please identify the position for which you are applying. Send letter of application, vita, samples of professional writing, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to:

Chair, Elementary Social Studies Education Search Committee
College of Education
The University of Alabama
Box 870231
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0231

Prior to hiring, the final candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation.

The University of Alabama is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employed. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Title XV, Section 504 ADA Employer.