Assistant Teaching Professor of Workforce Education and Development
The Pennsylvania State University | |
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
Sep 16, 2024 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: As outlined in thestrategic planguiding the College's ongoing efforts, we are committed to transforming educational systems as a part of our endeavor to create a moreequitable and just education system for the people of Pennsylvania, the nation, and the world.Current departmental faculty are in the midst of building and strengthening community, rethinking and revitalizing existing curriculum, and engaging in exciting research efforts tofacilitate these and other processes moving us toward the goals of the strategic plan.We seek colleagues whose research, teaching and service commitments are poised to contribute to educate for change as evidenced by their professional portfolios. The Department of Learning and Performance Systems in Penn State's College of Education is seeking a highly qualified and agile Assistant Teaching Professor who will work for the Workforce Education and Development (WFED) program. This is a full-time 36-week, non-tenure line faculty appointment beginning August 2023 and is funded for one-year. We highly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Workforce Education and Development program is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) and operates by upholding Organization Development (OD) values that are highly grounded in humanism and democracy for teaching, practice, and communications. The long-range goal of the program is to educate future Workforce Education and Development practitioners and scholars to be DEI&B in mind and versatile in using technology to build collaborative and virtual, cross-cultural decision-making environments. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach in the Workforce Education and Development program with responsibility for teaching residential and online courses, such as Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Workforce Education, Technologies for Work Effectiveness, Cultural Diversity in the Workplace, and Data Analysis in Workforce Education and Development. The successful candidate will attract undergraduate students to take WFED courses; to work in partnership with the existing Director of the online Master of Professional Studies in ODC and the Professor-in-Charge of the WFED program; to participate in curriculum development efforts; and to develop and teach graduate and undergraduate courses. Successful applicants will nurture a community of practice through the WFED/OD&C Professional Development Network. Many of our students are employed in business, government, or other settings. Successful applicants will be willing to: (1) teach undergraduate and graduate-level course in person in University Park; (2) facilitate and coordinate actions to engage graduate and undergraduate students in efforts that transcend classroom and online environments to help them build their qualifications to achieve their career goals; and (3) facilitate and coordinate actions to engage alumni of Workforce Education and Development, to help them remain associated with the program. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and advising. Required qualifications (commensurate with experience):
Desirable qualifications: WFED faculty have broad interests, but they all share interest in using research to improve and inform human systems such as education and the world of work. Our program seeks applicants who is an advocate of DEI&B initiatives demonstrated through publications and practical activities. In addition, applicants who have a proficiency in using quantitative research through data analytics and machine learning would be preferred. Application Procedures: The review of applications will begin immediately andcontinueuntilasuitablecandidateisidentified.Acomplete application must include: a cover letter that outlines the applicant's teaching philosophy andexperience with courses in the WFED program; a statement of how the applicant cancontributetofosteringawelcoming,inclusiveenvironment;acompletecurriculumvitae (must list professional development activities about ODC and WFED);teaching evaluation records within the last three years (if available); alistofthenamesand contact information for three references who are familiar with your teaching experience. Examples ofteaching materials such as syllabi and/or a teaching portfolio may be requestedat a later time. Applications received by June 17, 2023, are assured full consideration; however, applications will be received until the position is filled. Inquiries can be made to Dr. Hyung Joon Yoon (huy114@psu.edu), Chair, Organization Development and Change Search Committee. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO is the Law Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State Covid-19 Vaccination or Testing Requirements Penn State is committed to the health of our local and global communities. As a condition of employment, allemployeesare required to comply with COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements. Click on Penn State Covid-19 Vaccination or Testing Requirements to learn about the requirements as well as general COVID-19 information at Penn State. Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines University Park, PA CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines |