Job Description

Position Announcement
The Department of Teacher Education at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position, specializing in Elementary Science Education, starting Fall Semester 2025. 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 two 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/.

Responsibilities
Teach specialized pedagogy classes in science methods.
Teach general pedagogy courses for the Elementary Education program.
Teach lower division education courses.
Assist in the development of new curriculum and programs.
Assist in meeting requirements of national accreditation, as well as state licensure standards.
Work with the local school district personnel to ensure the UT Elementary Education program successfully prepares students to teach at the elementary level.
Supervise and mentor students in field experience settings.
Fulfill faculty responsibilities including holding office hours, advising students, attending faculty and other University meetings, and serving on university, college, and department committees.
Provide regular institutional service as outlined in Regent and University policy.
Adhere to department, college, and university policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by ELED Program Director, Department Chair and Dean.
Qualifications
Doctorate degree in Teacher Education, Elementary Education, or related field required. Applicants who are advanced ABD candidates will also be considered if degree completion will occur by August 1, 2025.
Documented expertise in science content and pedagogy is required; additional expertise in health and physical education methods helpful.
Minimum of three (3) years' experience teaching students in grades K-8.
Demonstrated ability in successful instructional coaching.
Finalists will be required to demonstrate competence through a teaching demonstration.
Demonstrated ability and interest in creative, unique, and effective approaches to teacher education.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both orally and in writing.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Candidates must have excellent knowledge and skills with technology, including online instruction.
Supplemental Information
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2025, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2025. Annual salary of $60,000 - $64,000 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 their teaching or other experience, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population). 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, inclusive, 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 230 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, inclusive, 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 and within its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment. 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, 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 - [email protected], HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
Deputy Title IX Coordinator: LaShun McGhee - [email protected], 435-652-7731.
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, [email protected], 800-421-3481.
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, [email protected], 303-844-5695.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.