Faculty Positions

 

Visiting Assistant Professor in Writing and Literature
Full-time position for 2010-2011, to begin August 2010.

Possibility of continued appointment for second year.

 

Salary         

Salary determined by degrees and experience according to a negotiated contract.

 

Qualifications     

MFA in creative writing or a Ph.D. in literature, preferably with a creative dissertation.

      • Excellent teaching skills and commitment to the undergraduate education of creative writing majors and to non-majors enrolled in General Education courses offered through the department. 
      • Experience in writing fiction with significant publications and experience in literary magazine publications – as a graduate-level intern, faculty adviser, or editor. 
      • Interest and experience in expository writing instruction and assessment are desirable.

Examples of Work Performed

Teach four courses per semester, including introductory courses in composition and creative writing as well as upper-level fiction workshops, fiction-writing form and theory, and courses in literature, depending on departmental needs.

      • Additional expectations include academic advising, continued scholarship and professional development, and participation through teaching and service in a college-wide commitment to early and ongoing student success.

 

Application procedure                 

Review of applications will begin March 8, 2010 and will be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of intent outlining qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference, and a completed JSC application (available for download here) to jschumanresources@jsc.edu  OR

Dr. Andrea Perham

c/o JSC Human Resources  

Department of Writing and Literature

Johnson State College

337 College Hill

Johnson, Vermont 05656-9464

 

 

Assistant Professor Fine and Performing Arts — Music

Full-time, Tenure Track Position

Salary                   

Salary determined by degrees held and experience according to a negotiated contract.

Qualifications                                     

The successful candidate for this position will possess an M.F.A. in music, a master of music degree, or a doctoral degree and a strong commitment to and record of demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching. Experience teaching in public schools is also desirable.  A commitment to diversity and inclusive practices is also expected. 

   

Examples of Work Performed                                          Maintain and teach courses related to our Licensure in Music Education program K-12 and/or the Musical Theater program. Establish collaborative relationships with local schools. Teach other campus-based and field-based courses. Assume the responsibilities of a Fine and Performing Arts Department faculty member including student advising, professional development, seminar facilitation, and college/community service. Participate through teaching and service in a college-wide commitment to early and ongoing student success.

 

Application Deadline                                       

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

Application Procedure                   

Send letter of intent outlining qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a completed JSC application (available for download here), and three letters of reference to:  jschumanresources@jsc.edu

OR mail to:

Johnson State College,                                           Human Resources Office

Attn: Professor Steve Blair, Chair of Search Committee

337 College Hill

Johnson, Vermont

05656- 9464

Posted 1/7/10

 

Assistant Professor Fine and Performing Arts Assistant —Digital Arts

Full-time, Tenure Track Position
Salary                  

Salary determined by degrees held and experience according to a negotiated contract.
 
Qualifications                     

M.F.A. in digital media and a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. In-depth expertise in one or more of the following fields: graphic/web design, multi-media and/or video, sound editing and animation. Candidate must possess a good working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash and Final Cut Pro; should be familiar with emerging technologies; and be able to incorporate some history and criticism of the electronic arts into his/her teaching.
 
Examples of Work Performed                  

Teaching responsibilities will include upper and lower-level digital media courses (linear and non-linear) for B.A. and B.F.A. degrees in Studio Art. Courses to include Introductory and Advanced Digital Media, Web Design, Graphic/Media Design, Video production and/or Animation. The candidate will develop curriculum and course content in digital arts; develop models for using multi-media in other disciplines; and participate through teaching and service in a college wide commitment to early and on-going student success.


Application deadline                                    

Review of applications will begin January 15, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.
 
Application procedure                  

Send a letter of intent outlining qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, CD/DVDs of high resolution jpegs, video, installation projects, animations (at least 20 samples of art work), a completed JSC application (available for download here) and three letters of reference to: jschumanresources@jsc.edu  

OR

Johnson State College

Human Resources Office

Attn: Professor John M. Miller, Chair of Search Committee

337 College Hill

Johnson, Vermont 05656-9464
 
Posted 12/18/09

Assistant Professor of Education — Teacher Education

Full-time, Tenure Track Position

Salary                   

Salary determined by degrees held and experience according to a negotiated contract

Qualifications                    

  • Doctorate in education or closely related field

  • Expertise in literacy and/or middle level education

  • Experience teaching in public schools in a variety of capacities

  • Experience teaching at the college level, including adult learners

  • Leadership skills

  • Effective communication and problem solving skills

  • Commitment to constructivist education, differentiation of instruction, and inquiry based learning

  • Commitment to diverse, inclusive, and equitable education

Examples of work performed  

  • Teaching graduate and/or undergraduate courses in literacy and/or middle level education
  • Representing the college at regional and state wide education meetings and initiatives
  • Supervising student teachers
  • Assuming the responsibilities of an Education Department faculty member including activities such as student advising, professional development, seminar facilitation, portfolio review, and college/community service
  • Participating through teaching and service in a college wide commitment to early and on-going student success

Application deadline                                       

Review of applications will begin December 2009

Interviews anticipated beginning February 2010

Application procedure                   

Send letter of intent outlining qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a completed JSC application (available for download here) and three letters of reference to:  jschumanresources@jsc.edu  OR

Johnson State College

Human Resources Office

Attn: David McGough, Ph.D., Chair of Faculty Search Committee

337 College Hill

Johnson, Vermont 05656-9464

Posted 12/2/09

Assistant Professor of Education — Special Education

Full-time, Tenure Track Position

Salary                   

Salary determined by degrees held and experience according to a negotiated contract

Qualifications                                        

  • Doctorate in education or closely related field
  • Expertise in inclusive education with a strong background in special education law
  • Experience teaching and serving special populations in public schools
  • Experience teaching at the college level, including adult learners
  • Commitment to constructivist education, differentiation of instruction, and inquiry based teaching
  • Effective communication, problem solving, and leadership skills
  • Knowledge of Response to Intervention and Positive Behavior Supports
  • Commitment to diverse, inclusive, and equitable education

Examples of work performed  

  • Teaching in and oversight of the special education program
  • Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in special education
  • Representing the college at regional and state wide initiatives
  • Supervising student teachers
  • Assuming the responsibilities of an Education Department faculty member including activities such as student advising, professional development, reviewing licensure portfolios, seminar facilitation, and college/community service
  • Participating through teaching and service in a college-wide commitment to early and on-going student success

Application deadline                                       

Review of applications will begin December 2009

Interviews anticipated beginning February 2010                                                                            

Application procedure                   

Send letter of intent outlining qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a completed JSC application (available for download here)and three letters of reference to:  jschumanresources@jsc.edu  OR

Johnson State College

Human Resources Office

Attn: David McGough, Ph.D., Chair of Faculty Search Committee

337 College Hill

Johnson, Vermont 05656-9464

Posted 12/2/09

 

 

 



















Johnson State College is an equal opportunity employer and a member of the Vermont State Colleges system.