INTRODUCTION

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut invites applications and nominations for a nine-month Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor. The successful candidate will join a dynamic Department of Curriculum and Instruction and engage in a variety of tasks related to the implementation of our nationally recognized teacher education program, including but not limited to: cultivating and sustaining educative and mutually beneficial school/university partnerships as a District Liaison; teaching courses; supporting the recruitment and retention of new cohorts of students; and being an active member of the department.

We are pleased to continue these investments by inviting applications for a faculty position in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the rank of non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor.

The Neag School of Education (https://education.uconn.edu/) is ranked in the top 35 among all graduate schools of education and in the top 25 among public graduate schools of education in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. The Neag School offers programs and courses on the main campus in Storrs and at the Hartford, Avery Point, Stamford, and Waterbury campuses. The Department of Curriculum and Instruction (EDCI) offers outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs of study for both pre-service and in-service educators. Its programs were recently ranked No. 28 (tie) in the nation, according to the 2024 Curriculum and Instruction Programs rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 14 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,600 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including more than 24,000 undergraduates and nearly 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate, guided by the Director of Teacher Education and Director of School/University Partnerships, and working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and others in the Teacher Education Unit, will support the successful implementation of the 5-year Integrated Bachelor’s/Master’s (IB/M) teacher education program, including: developing and strengthening school-university partnerships as a District Liaison; participating in continuous program improvement efforts and student success initiatives, accreditation and accountability efforts; overseeing some administrative components related to the teacher education program; representing the Neag School to internal and external entities; making contributions through teaching, scholarship, and service as a clinical faculty member in the Neag School of Education; and performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Teacher Education, the Director of School/University Partnerships, and the EDCI Department Head.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed Ph.D. or Ed.D. in education or related area, at the time of appointment.
• Three years of classroom teaching experience at the elementary, middle, or secondary level.
• Direct experiences in and/or commitment to educational equity and justice and supporting student learning in culturally and linguistically diverse settings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a range of education stakeholders, including K-12 teachers, school and district leaders, teacher educators, coaches/mentors, and prospective teachers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated success in developing, facilitating, or supporting field-based and clinical experiences for beginning teachers to learn from practicing teachers/educators through serving as a university supervisor, cooperating teacher, or other relevant position.  
• Leadership experience in K-12 schools as a teacher or administrator with the potential to contribute to the ongoing support and development of partnerships between public schools and the Neag School’s teacher preparation program.
• Knowledge of historical and contemporary state, national, and/or international trends in teacher education.
• Success with teaching undergraduate or graduate courses designed to support the learning of prospective teachers.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month position with an anticipated start date of January 2025 and subject to annual review. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach at one of UConn’s regional campuses as part of their ordinary workload. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online to Search 498526 and submit the following additional application materials:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications,
• Curriculum vitae,
• All academic transcripts
• A Teaching Statement
• A Commitment to Diversity Statement
• Names and contact information for at least three references. 
  • Finalists will be notified before contacting references.

The evaluation of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information regarding the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, please visit the department website at http://edci.education.uconn.edu.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Dorothea Anagnostopoulos, at dorothea.anagnostopoulos@uconn.edu

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.