Assistant Professor of Social Justice Educational Studies
SUNY New Paltz
Application
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Posted: 19-Oct-23
Location: New Paltz, New York
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 2226
Department: Educational Studies and Leadership
Budget Title: Assistant Professor
Duties:
The Department of Educational Studies & Leadership at the State University of New York at New Paltz is seeking candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position of Social Justice Education Studies beginning in the fall of 2024. This faculty member will teach graduate students in our master's program in Social Justice Educational Studies (SJES) and in Educational Foundations. We seek an engaged teacher and scholar who works across disciplines in Cultural Studies, Black Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latinx Studies, Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, and/or Critical theory, as it relates to education both in and out of school in classroom spaces.
We are interested in someone committed to collaboration, creative approaches to research and teaching, and growth. Our program supports graduate students desiring new approaches to their practice, expanding professional trajectories, and developing as scholars. Our students work in human services, higher education, schools, and nonprofits. Many go on to leadership roles and we have a growing number interested in Ph.D. study at other universities. In addition to teaching (regular teaching load is three 3-credit courses a semester). advising, and maintaining a scholarly agenda, the successful candidate will participate in program development, review, and revision; and provide service to the school, university, and community. We are committed to expanding our ability to serve our students and are looking for expertise that assist in that process.
Qualifications:
Required:
Doctoral degree in Educational Studies or other relevant field of study; exceptional ABD candidates near completion will be considered
Academic work grounded in social justice education, educational foundations, cultural studies in education, and/or critical theory is required
Interest and/or experience in one of the following preferred:
Teaching and learning beyond school and classrooms.
Collaboration, experiential, and arts-based pedagogies
Interest in theory and its role in practice, in and out of school
Activism and resistant strategies
Community Collaboration
History, Philosophy, and Sociology of Education
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.
Candidates will be required to electronically submit:
Cover letter
CV
contact information for three professional references
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; priority given to those received by November 15th, 2023.
Other Important Information about this vacancy:
This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members--students, faculty and staff. The College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.