Job DescriptionJob Description Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe's beautiful campus is minutes from the renown Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe's diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the St. Louis region. Job Summary
The position of Assistant Professor requires excellence in teaching, advising, and mentoring students in the Department of Education. In addition, the candidate will be engaged in service activities to the Department and College of Arts and Sciences to support the educational mission of the university. Research endeavors with undergraduates is highly encouraged. Essential Functions Responsibilities of a 10-month Academic Appointment August through May. Teaching 6 contact hours of freshman-level courses for both majors and non-majors, Teaching 6 contact hours of upper-level courses in the candidate's area of expertise that fulfill requirements for student interests in Secondary Education. Upper division courses may include, but are not limited to 300-400 level courses with the flexibility to teach Honor's level classes, evening classes, online, and/or hybrid classes (mixed online and in-class format). Maintaining office hours for student assistance and advising as mandated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for HSSU. Attending the Faculty Institute Symposium each semester which provides essential training to navigate the HSSU academic and professional environment as well as mandated meetings at the departmental, college, and university levels. Engaging in service-related activities to the Department, College, University, and which may include serving on committees, serving as a Director of an Academic Program, serving on the faculty senate, attending graduation ceremonies, and supporting other activities (examples include student orientation, campus symposia in research, and community outreach). Minimum Education and Experience Ph.D. in Education or Secondary Education (i.e. K-12), 1-2 years of college-level teaching experience Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds Ability to embrace new teaching technologies Proficiency in using web platforms for record keeping on a daily basis (grading, student attendance, and other reporting functions), Effective oral and written communication skills Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The candidate is encouraged to engage in mentored research activities in science education with undergraduate students. The candidate must apply skills in Microsoft Office as well as online platforms to develop innovative and collaborative teaching pedagogies and/or technologies for implementation in either the live classroom or virtual classroom environment. The candidate will assist when necessary in the development of new courses within the Education discipline on the (300-400 level). The candidate will assist in developing certification programs to fulfill student needs for gainful employment or success in professional studies. The candidate will be encouraged to gain professional development in grant writing in order to apply for extramural research or other academic-based funding from government agencies; grant budgets will request funds for negotiated teaching release not to exceed two 6.0 credit courses per semester. Supervisory Responsibility Assisting in teaching evaluations of assigned Adjunct Faculty in a related field of expertise. Mentoring and supporting assigned Adjunct Faculty as a team-lead in a related field of expertise by providing updated syllabi, Power Point lectures, laboratory exercises, and constructive teaching guidance each academic semester. Physical Requirements Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a signification degree Working Conditions and Environment Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment Very limited or no exposure to physical risk "Please No Phone Calls"
Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE Statement
Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
