Faculty Openings
The University of West Georgia is a rapidly growing institution located approximately 50 minutes west of Atlanta. The University enrolls over 11,000 graduate and undergraduate students and is one of Georgia's four robust-tier institutions. It has been identified in each of the last five years as one of the Southeast's best public regional comprehensive universities.
The College of Education offers baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctoral degrees across four departments and is a recognized leader in the preparation of professionals in education, counseling, and sport management. The College and constituent programs are nationally accredited, including NCATE, CACREP, and CAA.
The College of Education is currently seeking nominations and applications for tenure-track positions throughout the College from energetic individuals who are interested in working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and dynamic academic organization. Qualified candidates will have successful experience or demonstrated promise in: supervising field-based or clinical activities, conducting meaningful research and scholarship, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, guiding undergraduate and graduate student research, identifying and pursuing collaborative and entrepreneurial opportunities, developing and providing instruction through on-line or alternative methods, and developing collaborative relationships with academic and non-academic partners.
Assistant Professor of Counselor Education
Three Tenure Track Positions
The Department of Clinical and Professional Studies in the College of Education at the University of West Georgia invites dynamic applicants to join our rapidly-growing, CACREP-accredited Counselor Education Program with an M.Ed. in Professional Counseling (School, Community/Clinical Mental Health, and College Student Affairs), Ed.S. in Professional Counseling, and Ed.D. in Professional Counseling and Supervision. The College of Education at the University of West Georgia is doctoral granting and NCATE-accredited, a recognized leader in preparing exemplary practitioners for all educational roles. The College offers high-level technological support, mentoring for new faculty, and opportunities to work with graduate students at all levels and to partner with school districts. The University of West Georgia, one of Georgia’s four robust-tier universities, is a rapidly growing institution located approximately 50 minutes west of Atlanta. Our 645-acre campus offers modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by beautiful green spaces. It ranks as one of the Southeast’s best public regional comprehensive universities.
Position Description
The successful candidates will assume a range of responsibilities including (1) teaching graduate courses that include on-line instruction; (2) conducting meaningful research and scholarship; (3) participating in broad-based university, college, and departmental committee work and professional service; (4) advising students; (5) supervising students in field experiences in various school and community settings; and (6) working collaboratively with the doctoral program in Professional Counseling and Supervision, as well as the doctoral program in School Improvement, both in the College of Education. Additional program information is located at http://www.westga.edu/coecps/index_160.php.
Required Qualifications
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Earned doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education (preferably from a CACREP-accredited program)
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Licensed/certified or license-eligible as a professional counselor or professional school counselor in Georgia
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The positions require counseling experience in a school or mental health setting
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Evidence of successful teaching experience
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Experience with technology and/or online teaching in educational settings
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Established or developing research agenda
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Established or developing record of service
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Interest and ability in working with doctoral and graduate programs
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Must be able to maintain an active career balanced across the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service
Application Process
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 28, 2013, and will continue until position is filled. Electronic submissions are encouraged. Submit a letter addressing the qualifications cited above, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references to:
Dr. Julie Chibbaro, Search Committee Chair, jchibbar@westga.edu
Department of Clinical and Professional Studies
College of Education, University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA 30118
Should you be recommended for the position, Board of Regents policy requires official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and completion of a background check.
This is a tenure-track, nine-month appointment with the possibility for summer employment. Start date for the position is August 1, 2013, pending availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of West Georgia is committed to diversity. Women and minorities are invited and encouraged to apply.
Tenure Track in Educational Technology and Foundations
Assistant Professor
The Department of Educational Technology and Foundations in the College of Education invites applications for a tenure-track position in Educational Psychology/Measurement Evaluation and Assessment. The University of West Georgia is doctoral granting and NCATE accredited, a recognized leader in preparing exemplary practitioners for all educational roles. One of Georgia’s four robust-tier universities, the University is a rapidly growing institution located approximately 50 minutes west of Atlanta. Our 645-acre campus offers modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by beautiful green spaces. It ranks as one of the Southeast’s best public regional comprehensive universities.
QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate in Educational Psychology, Research Methodology, Evaluation and Assessment or closely related field by August, 2013. Candidates must be prepared to teach graduate or undergraduate courses in educational psychology, assessment, and or measurement. Additional qualifications include an established or developing record of teaching excellence, service, and research agenda. The successful candidate must also possess the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and to teach in online and other distance-relevant formats. A strong research background and working with doctoral programs is expected.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed beginning January 28, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled.
In one email, electronically submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, and names and contact information from three professional references. Include “Educational Psychology Position” on the subject line. Email to jbarry@westga.edu.
Should you be recommended for the position, Board of Regents policy requires official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and completion of a background check.
This is a tenure-track, nine-month appointment with the possibility for summer employment. Start date for the position is August 1, 2013, pending availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of West Georgia is committed to diversity. Women and minorities are invited and encouraged to apply.
Department Chair, Educational Technology and Foundations
Associate/Full Professor
The College of Education at University of West Georgia invites applications for a dynamic leader to chair the Department of Educational Technology and Foundations. This cross-disciplinary department includes graduate programs in Instructional Technology and School Library Media, and a doctoral program in School Improvement. The department also provides courses in Research, Educational Psychology, and Educational Foundations which support a variety of programs throughout the College of Education. A proactive team pursuing innovative practices in teaching, learning, and technology integration, the College offers mentoring for new faculty, assistance seeking research funding, and opportunities to work with graduate students at all levels. The University of West Georgia is doctoral granting and NCATE accredited, a recognized leader in preparing exemplary practitioners for all educational roles. One of Georgia’s four robust-tier universities, the University is a rapidly growing institution located approximately 50 minutes west of Atlanta. Our 645-acre campus offers modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by beautiful green spaces. It ranks as one of the Southeast’s best public regional comprehensive universities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Earned doctorate required in Instructional Systems Technology, School Library Media, Distance Learning, Educational Research, Program Evaluation, Educational Psychology, Foundations, or related field.
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Record of teaching, scholarship, and service in higher education sufficient to qualify for rank of Associate or Full Professor and secure tenure
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Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the department and in other departments as appropriate
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Experience or demonstrated potential to lead a diverse and innovative academic department. Ability to: evaluate and mentor faculty and staff; develop, support, and manage hybrid and fully online programs; and develop and promote inter- departmental and college programs
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Experience or demonstrated potential to encourage, secure, and manage externally-funded projects
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Experience or demonstrated potential to use data for program development and improvement
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Three or more years of P-12 classroom and/or administrative experience preferred
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 28, 2013, and will continue until position is filled. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, and names and contact information from three professional references to:
Dr. Donna Harkins, Search Committee Chair
Department of Educational Technology and Foundations
College of Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton GA 30118-5110
dharkins@westga.edu
http://www.westga.edu/coe/
http://www.westga.edu/coeei/
Should you be recommended for the position, Board of Regents policy requires official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and completion of a background check.
This is a twelve month appointment, and the start date is July 1, 2013, pending availability of funding. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of West Georgia is committed to diversity. Women and minorities are invited and encouraged to apply.
DIRECTOR OF FIELD-BASED PREPARATION (INTERNAL 9 MONTH POSTING)
NON TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION
The College of Education at the University of West Georgia seeks a dynamic leader to serve as the Director of Field-Based Preparation. This position is non-tenure track. This search is internal to UWG employees only.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Graduate degree in teacher education field
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Supervision/management experience
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Experience with clinical/field placements
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Experience in partnership development
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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Ability to research, design, and implement innovative models for clinical experiences at the undergraduate and graduate levels
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Knowledge of assessment
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Three years' experience in a P-12 educational setting
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Experience in post-secondary teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels preferred
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Field-Based Preparation will work collaboratively with the Director of Clinical and Field Experiences to lead our cooperating offices of Comprehensive Community Clinic and Office of Field Experiences. The Director’s primary area of responsibility will involve the oversight of the Office of Field Experiences and as such he/she will be responsible for the coordination of placement of over 1,000 candidates in the field each year. The Director will work closely with the Director of Clinical and Field Experiences to design innovative clinical models for field placement, develop collaborative relationships with school partners and develop comprehensive assessment plans for teacher education and other school professional field experiences.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed beginning March 15, 2013, and will continue until position is filled. Electronic submissions are encouraged, including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, and names and contact information from three professional references to Whitney Gibbs at wgibbs@westga.edu.
Should you be recommended for the position, Board of Regents policy requires official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and completion of a background check.
This is a nine month appointment, and the start date is August 1, 2013, pending availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of West Georgia is committed to diversity. Women and minorities are invited and encouraged to apply.
DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL AND FIELD EXPERIENCES (12 Month)FACULTY POSITION: OPEN RANK
The College of Education at the University of West Georgia seeks a dynamic leader for the Director of Clinical and Field Experiences. We are doctoral granting and NCATE accredited, a recognized leader in preparing exemplary practitioners for all educational roles. The College offers high level technological support, mentoring for new faculty, assistance seeking research funding, and opportunities to work with graduate students at all levels and to partner with school districts. The University of West Georgia, one of Georgia's four robust-tier universities, is a rapidly growing institution located approximately 50 minutes west of Atlanta. Our 645-acre campus offers modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by beautiful green spaces. It ranks as one of the Southeast's best public regional comprehensive universities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Earned doctorate in an education field served by the clinic (counseling, early childhood education, special education, reading education, math education), or related field
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Three years’ experience in a clinical setting (mental health, speech language pathology, medical facility etc.)
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Supervision/management experience
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Experience in contract and partnership development
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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Ability to research, design, and implement innovative models for clinical experiences at the undergraduate and graduate levels
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Knowledge of assessment
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Three years' experience in a P-12 educational setting preferred
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Experience in post-secondary teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels preferred
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Director of Clinical and Field Experiences will serve as the chief officer for our two cooperating offices: the Comprehensive Community Clinic and the Office of Field Experiences. Responsibilities include oversight of daily clinic operations, development of policies and procedures, budgeting, staff supervision, partnership development and assessment. The Director will work closely with the Director of Field-Based Preparation to design innovative clinical models for field placement, develop collaborative relationships with school partners and develop comprehensive assessment plans for teacher education and other school professional field experiences.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be reviewed beginning March 15, 2013, and will continue until position is filled. Electronic submissions are encouraged, including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended, and names and contact information from three professional references to Whitney Gibbs at wgibbs@westga.edu.
Should you be recommended for the position, Board of Regents policy requires official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and completion of a background check.
This is a twelve month appointment, and the start date is July 1, 2013, pending availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of West Georgia is committed to diversity. Women and minorities are invited and encouraged to apply.
FACULTY POSITION INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGYASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
The Department of Educational Technology and Foundations in the College of Education invites applications for a tenure-track position to begin in August 2013. The College offers high level technological support, mentoring for new faculty, assistance seeking research funding, and opportunities to work with graduate students at all levels and to partner with school districts. The University of West Georgia, one of Georgia's four robust-tier universities, is a rapidly growing institution located approximately 50 minutes west of Atlanta. Our 645-acre campus offers modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by beautiful green spaces. It ranks as one of the Southeast's best public regional comprehensive universities.
AREA: Instructional Technology
RANK: Assistant/Associate Professor
BEGINNING DATE: August, 2013
CONTRACT: Nine months – Tenure Track
QUALIFICATIONS:
Earned doctorate in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or a closely related field with knowledge of learning theories, instructional design, technology integration, assessment, evaluation, and qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Candidates must have the ability to teach graduate courses in Instructional Technology including IT theories and practices, technology integration across content areas, and media production (e.g., multimedia, video). Candidates must have an established research/publication agenda. The successful candidate must also possess the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and teach in online and other distance-relevant formats. Candidates must be able to advise students in graduate-level research projects. Candidates must be able to take a leadership role in state and national professional organizations. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated commitment to teaching, service, and professional development. Other preferred qualifications include three or more years of P-12 school experience in the U.S., grant writing ability, other experience related to seeking external funding, and interest in working with doctoral students on dissertations.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed beginning March 25, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
In one email, electronically submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts of degrees completed from all post-secondary institutions attended, and names and contact information from three professional references. Include “Instructional Technology” on the subject line. Email to June Barry at jbarry@westga.edu.
Should you be recommended for the position, Board of Regents policy requires official transcripts , three letters of recommendation, and completion of a background check.
This is a tenure track, nine-month appointment with the possibility for summer employment. Start date for the position is August 1, 2013, pending availability of funding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of West Georgia is committed to diversity. Women and minorities are invited and encouraged to apply.