Full-Time Lecturer - Science or

Mathematics Education/Master
Teacher
Central Washington University - Ellensburg, WA 98926

Posted: 4/4/2017 - Expires: 7/3/2017

Job ID: 182607799

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Central Washington University

Central Washington University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal

Opportunity/Title IX employer committed to providing employment
opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,
disability, or protected veteran status.

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

Job Summary

Central Washington University seeks a dynamic individual with relevant K-12 teaching experience to join our te
mathematics teaching candidates. The expected start date is September 16, 2017.

Science and mathematics teacher education programs at CWU have started the process to implement the nation
model for STEM teacher preparation. This position is a new Master Teacher" position for the CWU UTeach pro
Teaching Program, for middle-level and secondary science and mathematics teacher candidates. The position is
approval of the program curriculum.

Job Duties

Classroom Instruction:
- Teach introductory courses for the STEM Teaching Program (teaching certification and endorsement for middle
and mathematics teacher candidates)
- Develop and work to continually to improve curricula, syllabi, learning outcomes, activities, and assessments in
other faculty in the STEM Teaching Program
- Model effective classroom instruction
- Aid in the collection of assessment data for the STEM Teaching Program
- Develop inquiry-based curriculum for STEM Teaching Program courses

Supervise Clinical Field Experiences in STEM and Partnership Development

- Supervise teacher candidates' clinical practice experiences in the field, including working with CWU field supe
student teaching supervision support
- Help to develop and implement induction experiences for teacher candidates in the STEM Teaching Program
- Help to develop and implement STEM professional development experiences for mentor teachers working with
Teaching Program
- Assist the STEM Teaching Program Field Coordinator and Associate Director of the School of Education with
coordinating clinical practice experiences for the STEM Teaching Program
- Help to develop and implement professional development for mentor teachers
- Work with school districts to develop partnerships

Program Support
- Serve on the STEM Teaching Program Steering Committee
- Attend relevant UTeach and STEM Teaching Program professional development
- Participate in university committees affecting STEM teacher education

Minimum Qualifications

Masters degree in science, mathematics, science or mathematics education, or related field (i.e., M.S., M.

At least three years experience in the last ten years teaching science or mathematics in grades 6-12

Demonstrated ability to work with school district partners on professional development

 Demonstrated ability to apply STEM education research supported best-practices in the classroom

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching certification with endorsement in middle level or secondary mathematics, science, or related fie

Demonstrated ability to supervise teacher candidates' clinical practice experiences, including student teac

Outstanding teaching ability demonstrated by teaching awards, National Board Certification, letters of co
recognition of the candidates teaching abilities

Prior work with underrepresented groups in STEM or education fields

Experience with Project-Based Instruction

Experience with induction programs

Competencies

Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and correct
time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.

Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of ac

Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mu

Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing program needs and responsibilities. Adapts app
achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.

Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports a

Pay & Work Schedule

Salary: $50,000-$60,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience)

Appointment: Full-time lecturer, 10 month appointment

Working Conditions: Working environment may include office, indoor classroom, and outdoor classroom envir
weekend work may be required based on class and professional development schedules. There will be weekly tra
district sites. Incumbent must be able to meet the physical demands of office work, travel by car, and moving bet
partner schools. Some lifting and moving objects may be required.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (a
preferred) qualifications, (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the po
their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrou
underrepresented in their academic fields (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such expe
their work will further CWU's commitment to diversity) ;

Teaching Philosophy;

Curriculum Vitae;

Contact information for three professional references; and

Copy of transcripts for the highest degree held.

Screening Begins: May 1, 2017

NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon verification of highest degree held. Finalists will be required to
transcripts.

** Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

Name: Jennifer Dechaine

Title: Associate Professor of Biology & Science Education and STEM Teaching Program COTS Co-Director
Email: dechaine@cwu.edu
Phone: (509) 963-2878
Website: Department of Science Education

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on

Conditions of Employment
Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to submit to a background check. All information obtain
investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.

The conditions of employment with Central Washington University are set forth in the Collective Bargaining Ag
Washington University and United Faculty of Central, University policies and procedures, and applicable state a

The Collective Bargaining Agreement may be found here: http://www.cwu.edu/hr/faculty-contract/ .

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Company Details

Company
Central Washington University
Industry
Administration of Education Programs
Contact method
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Job Information

Location
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Job Type
Full Time Employee
Job Position
1 Position(s) Open
Duration
Over 150 Days
Federal Contractor
 No
Affirmative Action Plan
No

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