Part Time Faculty Elementary and Special Education

Job Title: Part Time Faculty Elementary and Special Education Location: UNG - Multi Campus Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 295526 About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia's Elementary and Special Education Department is seeking applications for a part-time faculty member to teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses. Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees. If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470. Responsibilities This position will teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in elementary and special education. This position may also teach graduate level courses in general education, autism, dyslexia, computer science education, English for Speakers of Other Languages, gifted and reading. At the undergraduate level, successful applicants will support the goals of a program and foster pre-service elementary teachers' confidence and efficacy in teaching elementary education in early childhood and special education settings. Required Qualifications Master's degree and/or 18 hours of upper-level coursework in a related field for teaching at the undergraduate level is required. Doctorate degree required for teaching at the graduate level. Evidence of effective and innovative teaching practices. Experience using and modeling technology in educational settings and online teaching. Demonstrated ability to educate and work with a variety of populations. Availability to teach in person classes is a plus. Demonstrated excellence in teaching is essential. Work collaboratively with full-time faculty members. Required Documents to Attach Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts Contact information for three professional references USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18\_personnel\_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . Institutional Values The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military Co