Clinical Assistant Professor of Education

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Clinical Assistant Professor of Education

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of the positions include face-to-face teaching assignments at the undergraduate and graduate level in teacher education, including but not limited to instructional strategies, assessment, classroom management, and content-specific pedagogy; opportunities for online (credentialing preferred) teaching possible. Responsibilities include designing syllabi, course materials, and assessments aligned with teacher education program and accreditation standards; supervising and mentoring teacher candidates during field experiences and clinical field placements; engaging in service to the department, university, and profession; and participating in ongoing curriculum development.

This is a full-time, 9-month position with competitive salary and benefits reporting to the Dean of the Wiggins School of Education beginning August 2025.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

• Teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) per semester (8 courses per year) in the School of Education as assigned by the Dean
• Manage the resources and Brightspace course spaces for each class
• Support student research and career development as appropriate
• Contribute to the ongoing work of assessment and planning for the program and its offerings in general education
• Attend faculty development, faculty senate, and academic affairs meetings and events
• Maintain expectations and standards set forth in the Employee and Faculty Handbooks
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Education

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

• Preferred qualifications include a terminal degree in Education; ABD and Master's degree 30 will be considered.
• Current and valid South Carolina teaching certification is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience in P-12 schools.
• Experience with supervision of teacher candidates and knowledge of teacher preparation programs is preferred.
• Online Credentialing is preferred for candidates who will teach in this modality
• Passionate about teaching and inclusive pedagogy
• Dedicated to working with students in classroom and research-based settings
• Dedicated to developing meaningful, collegial working relationships with students, faculty, and staff across campus
• Eager to contribute interests and ideas and recruit students
• Committed to actively contributing to Coker's mission
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Applications should include

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of teaching philosophy
• statement describing how you have promoted student belonging and inclusion
• copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate)
• complete contact information for three professional references

Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

University Standard Service and Excellence Expectations

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism.

Coker University readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom. Located in Hartsville, SC, Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.

Coker University, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, veterans or military status, or against individuals with disabilities, medical condition, or other legally protected classifications in the areas of employment, admission, financial aid or access to educational or extracurricular programs, activities or facilities.