St. Catherine University Looking for Assistant Professor of Education – Early Childhood and Montessori Programs Full Time

Division
Academic Affairs

Department/Office
Montessori

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The Early Childhood and Montessori programs at St. Catherine University invite applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor for a one year, temporary contract.

St. Kate’s offers different program pathways for aspiring early childhood educators to earn a primary education degree. Our faculty inspire socially aware educators to learn and implement anti-bias and anti-racist teaching strategies, create effective lesson plans, assess and manage classrooms, understand the needs of diverse and special learners, and ground their learning in Montessori philosophy.

Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in the Early Childhood undergraduate and Acknowledging Montessori for a Masters (AM2) degree programs
• Teach Early Childhood Education courses associated with licensure and supervision of student teachers
• Teach 2-3 graduate and 3-4 undergraduate courses per year in traditional classroom, online and hybrid environments
• Foster a culture of inclusive excellence through authentic relationships with students as an educator, an advisor, and a mentor
• Monitor and assess student-learning outcomes and provide timely and frequent feedback to students on academic performance
• Design, teach, evaluate and revise course content to reflect evidence-based practice and most current knowledge in the field.
• Monitor curriculum content and make recommendations as appropriate to maintain relevance.
• Develop and pursue an innovative and respected program of research in an area of interest and expertise to advance the discipline and inform classroom teaching
• Consistent with the university’s Catholic identity, its commitment to women, diversity, inclusion, social justice, and dedication to a liberal arts based curriculum, faculty are expected to manifest these themes in their teaching, research, service and accomplishments

St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education with 18 or more graduate credits in the area of instruction (e.g., Early Childhood Education, Child Development)
• Five (5) years as the lead teacher or teacher of record in an early childhood Montessori classroom
• Montessori credentialed at the primary level (ages 3-6) from a MACTE approved training program (AMI or AMS preferred)
• Three years of full time teaching experience with children in early childhood
• Knowledge of a broad variety of early childhood education theories, curriculum and program models
• Experience working with non-traditional adult college students
• Knowledge of and commitment to anti-bias and anti-racist pedagogy and curriculum
• Experience delivering instruction in both face-to-face and online learning environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Education required to teach graduate-level research courses
• Completion of a state-approved teacher preparation program in Early Childhood Education which covers Birth to Grade 3 or K-6 with Preprimary Endorsement
• Holds or has held a professional educator license aligned to Early Childhood Education
• Experience teaching early childhood education content or 18 graduate credits in the content area of mathematics, science, social and/or cultural studies, language arts, etc.
• Meet MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board faculty qualifications???

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

EEO Statement

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at [email protected] or 651-690-6565.

Application instructions for FACULTY

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.

Given the way campus life inherently puts people in close proximity to each other, including residence and dining halls, classrooms, and gatherings, the University has determined that a vaccination requirement is the best way to keep our community safe and prevent potential outbreaks as we return to more regular, in-person operations. St. Catherine University is requiring all students, faculty (including adjuncts contracted for the fall semester and beyond), staff, and residents age 12 and older to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series, including a booster, unless the University approves a medical or religious accommodation or other accommodation/exemption as required by applicable law. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exemption/accommodation before beginning work. For more information, visit stkate.edu/coronavirus-info/vaccine.

St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.

Posting Number: 20220101-FAC

Posting Start Date: 04/22/2022

Application Deadline
05/15/2022