Social Studies Education Lecturer
Posting Number: F-0933
College/Unit: College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Home Department: Department of History, World Languages, and Cultures
Employee Group: Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
Position Classification: Fixed-Term Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/18/2025
Position End Date: 05/13/2026
Position Summary:
The Social Studies Education Program in collaboration with the Department of Teaching & Special Education at Central Michigan University invites applications for a fixed-term faculty position beginning in August 2025. This position is for a one-year fixed-term appointment, with a possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will teach 12 credits per semester, 6 in Social Studies and 6 in Teaching & Special Education. The successful candidate will:
• Teach introductory social studies teaching methods for secondary social studies education majors and minors and more advanced courses as per expertise, experience, and credentials. Examples of courses include introduction to social studies, social studies pre-student teaching seminar, and economics for social studies educators.
• Teach courses in the educator preparation program in the areas of exploring education and the teaching profession; reaching and teaching diverse learners; designing learning environments; developing effective teaching practices; analyzing teaching to improve student learning; and secondary methods.
• Prepare classes, syllabi, and coursework; update courses for emerging technologies; provide instruction during class time; help students outside of class; provide feedback to students; provide student grades.
• Engage in assessment of learning activities in assigned courses; help promote CMU’s course offerings in both departments; and strengthen partnerships on and off campus.
Required Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in history, social studies education, or related field, with experience in secondary social studies education.
• Three years of successful middle and/or high school social studies teaching experience.
• Current or recent teaching certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Eligible for membership in CMU’s Educator Preparation Program.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Posting Begins: 12/20/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5889925
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