Instructor of the Practice in Elementary Teacher Education

The Department of Teacher Education at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time position Instructor of the Practice in Elementary Teacher Education. This position is well-suited for an experienced K-6 classroom teacher in possession of a Master's degree, and who seeks the opportunity to teach and coach pre-service teacher candidates at the university level.

The goal of the UT Education Department is to prepare its students to be outstanding teachers within diverse and changing communities through the integration of leadership, scholarship, reflection, and community partnerships. The UT Education Department offers top-performing pre-service teacher preparation programs with stable enrollment, and faculty in the Department collaborate closely to support student success. More information about the department and its programs can be found online at https://education.utahtech.edu/.

• Teach equivalent of 15 credit hours per semester. Teaching responsibilities include lower-division prerequisite education courses such as Introduction to Education, Educational Psychology, Multicultural Education, and Technology for Education; selected teacher education program courses, such as Classroom Management and Curriculum Development; and supervision of program students during field experiences.
• Perform defined faculty duties, including:
• Develop course materials in accordance with University curriculum and accreditation expectations.
• Assist in the development and alignment of program curriculum.
• Use the Canvas course management system.
• Hold office hours.
• Maintain required documentation of student learning in courses.
• Align courses to satisfy state teaching competencies.
• Attend department, college, and university meetings and events.
• Adhere to college and university policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Department chair.

• Master's degree in a field related to teacher education required.
• Five (5) or more years of elementary teaching experience (grades K-6) in a public school required.
• Documented experience in mentoring or instructional coaching (i.e., mentor teacher, instructional coach, professional development provider); experience working with pre-service teachers is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in effective teaching strategies. Finalists will be required to demonstrate competence through a teaching demonstration with UT students.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong commitment to work collaboratively with Teacher Education faculty.
• Competency in the use of technology.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) professional-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2025, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2025. Annual salary of $51,000-$55,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins October 28, 2024; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate's teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renown for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University's non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: LaShun McGhee - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.