Assistant Professor | Teacher Education Department Job at Misericordia University, Dallas, PA

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  • Misericordia University
  • Dallas, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Teacher Education Department of Misericordia University seeks a 10-month, tenure-track faculty member to join our department at the rank of assistant or associate professor beginning in August 2025. Misericordia University’s Teacher Education Department offers a variety of programs in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Middle Level Education, Secondary Education, and at the graduate level. Existing PA teaching certification is required. Preferred candidates are those with certification and prior teaching experience in special education or middle level education; additional English as a Second Language (ESL) certification is most desired. Faculty members are expected to engage in the full range of teaching, research, service, and professional development activities. Misericordia is committed to student, faculty, and staff diversity and values the educational benefit this brings to campus. Candidates should indicate any experience and/or leadership that contributes to this goal.

The University seeks a candidate who holds a terminal degree (EdD or PhD) in Education or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates who have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence, engagement in peer-reviewed scholarship, and a commitment to upholding the University’s mission. The candidate should have a desire to teach in both undergraduate and graduate education programs; prior experience in online course development and facilitation is most preferred.

Misericordia University, founded in 1924 by the Sisters of Mercy, is a Catholic institution located adjacent to the Pocono Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, approximately two hours from New York City and Philadelphia. The university's approach of combining a quality liberal arts education with professional preparation and service to others has resulted in its wide acclaim.

Required Qualifications

  • Earned terminal degree in Education or a closely related field
  • PA teacher certification in Special Education or Middle Level Education
  • Successful experience teaching special education or students in grades 4-8 for at least 3 years in a PK-12 school setting
  • Experience with online course development and facilitation
  • An established record of, or demonstrated potential for, scholarly productivity
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues within the department and across the University
  • Dedicated teaching professional who is committed to continuous improvement and ongoing professional development

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with undergraduate teacher preparation and graduate teacher education/teacher professional development
  • PA ESL certificate or experience with English Learners
  • Ability to advise and supervise a diverse student body in undergraduate, and graduate programs
  • Demonstrated ability or potential to extend evidence-based instructional practices to educational systems

Responsibilities, but are not limited to:

  • Teach courses (12 +12 load)
  • Supervise practicum students and student teachers
  • Provide academic advising for undergraduate and graduate education majors
  • Contribute to program area, department, college, and university governance

Questions can be directed to Colleen M. Duffy, EdD, Chair, Teacher Education Department cduffy@misericordia.edu . Submit materials online or to Leane Pace at lpace@misericordia.edu.

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