The Department of Education at Worcester State University invites applications for an adjunct instructor position beginning this Fall 2022 in Elementary Science Methods.
Instructor will teach pre-service teachers to create and carry out thematically taught grade-appropriate activities linked to State Science Frameworks (Life, Physical, Earth/Space) for a diverse group of learners. The course emphasizes the importance of hands-on inquiry and lessons' relevance to learners' experiences, as well as authentic assessment, and use of technology. The course includes an hour of fieldwork during each class at a school adjacent to the campus.
Requirements:
Applicants must have a Master's Degree in Education, Science, or Science Education and teaching experience in elementary level science.
Additional Information:
Worcester State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which seeks to reflect the diversity of its community.
It is the policy of Worcester State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by WSU, to be verified after an offer of employment has been made, and as part of the background check process. Prospective employees may submit a request for exemption based on a religious and/or medical basis, to Human Resources.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply online at worcester.interviewexchange.com
Expected documents for submission include a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information. Applicants must complete the National Student Clearinghouse Authorization form or submit the official transcript of highest degree.
All information that can be uploaded to one's e-account should be done so by the applicant; information which cannot may be faxed to 508-929-8169 or emailed to hr@worcester.edu, or may be sent to the following address:
WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a vibrant public university located in the residential west side of Worcester, Massachusetts, the second largest city in New England and home to 38,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Situated on a compact 58-acre campus, the University offers 50 undergraduate and graduate academic programs to more than 6,400 students annually. The Princeton Review ranks us as one of the 75 "Best Value" public colleges in the country, as well as a "Best in the Northeast" college.
