Education Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26047 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Leslie Rogers

406-994-3879

leslie.rogers1@montana.edu

Classification Title Instructor Working Title Education Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool) Brief Position Overview

The Department of Education seeks course instructors in the following specialty areas:

• Teacher Education - Generalist (Curriculum Design, Assessment)
• Teacher Education - Science Methods
• Teacher Education - Social Studies Methods
• Teacher Education - English Language Arts
• Mathematics Education
• Educational Technology
• Educational Leadership
• Adult Education
• Higher Education
• Curriculum & Instruction
• Library Media Certificate

Faculty Tenure Track No Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track Position Number 4A6122 Department Education Division College of Education, Health & Human Development Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track (Pooled) Contract Term Other Semester Fall or Spring If other, specify From date If other, specify End date Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination FTE Varies Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651) Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.

Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration.

The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.

Appointments are on a semester-to-semester basis, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.

We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with individuals of all backgrounds, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.

Duties and Responsibilities

We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a broad University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from various backgrounds succeed.

Responsibilities may include:

• Teaching on-campus or online courses
• Advising, evaluating and assisting students
• Curriculum and/or course development

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum master's degree but terminal degree preferred in appropriate field with an academic background commensurate with teaching one or more of the specialty areas listed above.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Academic/professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses
• Demonstrated knowledge of college student development

The Successful Candidate Will

• Work professionally and effectively with individuals and groups
• Possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.

• Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU .
• Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
• If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
• Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The Program The Department The College

The College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD), the third largest college at Montana State University, serves over 2000 students and employs over 50 full time tenure track faculty. EHHD consists of four academic units: Counseling; Education; Food Systems, Nutrition & Kinesiology; and Human Development & Community Health.

The College of Education, Health and Human Development is home to a wide variety of programs that fulfill Montana's land grant mission of providing services to the people of Montana and beyond.

• We train teachers for elementary and secondary classrooms.
• We partner with leaders on Native American reservations to develop ways to lead healthy lifestyles and improve education for children and adults.
• We educate families on how to make healthy nutrition and physical activities choices.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies Multiple Positions Desired Start Date Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years. Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be:

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

FLSA Details

FLSA Determination

FLSA Status Exempt

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume OR Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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