6-19-08
Positions available at Carson-Newman College, Jefferson City, TN

Education Generalist Position in Teacher Education and Graduate Studies in Education
Carson-Newman College invites applications for a tenure track full-time position at the assistant or associate professor rank in education in the Teacher Education and Graduate Studies in Education Departments. Minimum qualifications include a commitment to the Christian mission of the college, Pre-K-12 teaching experience; and a doctorate in education, with preference given to those who have the experience and course work to teach elementary and secondary methods courses, particularly in the area of mathematics.
Viable candidates for the position will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively to help prepare both undergraduate and graduate students in K-12 licensure areas. Candidates normally will be expected to teach a 12-hour load as well as to advise undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate should also demonstrate a record of or willingness to engage in scholarly research. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Carson-Newman College actively encourages women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
To apply for this position and/or to obtain additional information about the college and unit, Please send a letter of application, current vita, transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Sharon T. Teets, School of Education; Box 71952; Carson-Newman College; Jefferson City, TN.
 

Reading Specialist in Teacher Education and Graduate Studies in Education.
Carson-Newman College invites applications for a tenure track full-time reading specialist position at the assistant or associate professor rank in the Teacher Education and Graduate Studies in Education Departments. Minimum qualifications include a commitment to the Christian mission of the college, Pre-K-12 teaching experience; a doctorate in reading education, and the eligibility for licensure as a reading specialist in Tennessee.
Viable candidates for the position will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively to help prepare both undergraduate and graduate students in K-12 licensure areas. Candidates will be expected to teach a 12-hour load as well as to advise undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate should also demonstrate a record of or willingness to engage in scholarly research in the area of reading. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Carson-Newman College actively encourages women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Carson-Newman College is a liberal arts college affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention. Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in more than 50 majors are offered. The college emphasizes academic excellence within a supportive Christian environment expressed through innovative teaching and scholarly works. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the college has an enrollment of about 2000 students. The Teacher Education and Graduate Studies in Education Department is NCATE accredited.
Please send a letter of application, current vita, transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Sharon T. Teets, School of Education; Box 71952; Carson-Newman College; Jefferson City, TN.