Health Education
Department of Health & Human Performance
The University of Wisconsin – River Falls , a member of the University of Wisconsin System , is located 30 miles from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul in scenic west central Wisconsin . Year around arts, cultural and recreational events are easily accessible. UWRF's 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students pursue degrees in four colleges: Arts and Sciences; Education and Professional Studies; Agriculture, Food and Environmental Science; and Business and Economics. The University provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms, laboratories, academic advising, and co-curricular activities. A favorable student-faculty ratio affords opportunity for meaningful interchange between faculty and students. Strong interests in teaching, research and community service are highly valued.
The Position: Associate/Assistant Professor of Health Education. The position is a full-time tenure-track faculty position. Compensation is based on qualifications, including education and experience. The teaching load is 12 credits per semester. The University expects scholarly activity, including research, scholarship, and creative endeavor, that supports its programs. The major teaching assignment is to teach classes in health education curriculum and methods of instruction. The position requires providing leadership in placement and supervision of student teachers, fostering collaborative partnerships with K-12 schools and teachers, assessing program and curricular needs, and assist in the coordination of DPI and NCATE accreditation. Additional responsibilities include academic advising; and service to the department, college, and university.
Qualifications (Required) :
- Doctorate or Masters degree in Health Education (Curriculum and Instruction) or related area. Masters degree accepted with the expectation that the successful candidate will enroll in a doctoral program no later than the end of the first year of contract and complete the doctorate by the time of tenure.
- K-12 and/or University level teaching experience.
- Ability to teach classes in the areas of health methods and curriculum, and provide departmental leadership in the Health Education major and minor programs.
- Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages.
To Apply:
Submit a resume (or curriculum vitae) and letter of interest specifying: 1) qualifications, and 2) statement of experience, including ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures. Include an unofficial transcript (official copies will be required if hired) and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience, and professional contributions. Electronic applications accepted.
Inquiries and applications should be addressed to:
Dr. Deb Allyn
Department of Health & Human Performance
University of Wisconsin–River Falls
410 South 3rd Street
River Falls, WI 54022
Phone: 715-425-3705
Email: debra.a.allyn@uwrf.edu
The names of all nominees and applicants who have not requested confidentiality in writing, and identities of all finalists must be released upon request.
Deadline to Apply: Review of Applications will begin on April 28, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled.
Please note: Background checks are conducted on all final candidates for all positions.
The University is committed to creating an educational community which enhances student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnicities and cultures and which actively supports tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each person without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics or beliefs. Awareness of and sensitivity to diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are especially sought in applicants.
UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran status and membership in the national guard, state defense force, or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or the State of Wisconsin. All persons, especially women, persons of color, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
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