Part-Time Faculty for the Career Technical Teacher Education Program (CTTEP) at Vermont State University

Vermont State University is looking for a new part-time faculty member to be part of the Career Technical Teacher Education Program (CTTEP). This dynamic program prepares teachers at Vermont's 17 technical high schools across the state to be recommended for their Level I license.

This position is looking for a part-time faculty member to instruct two courses that constitute the final two courses of year one of the program: Teaching Methods 3 and 4. This position is for teaching a hybrid course, with a combination of class meetings done in person and online. Methods 3 takes place in the Spring semester and Methods 4 in mid-June.

This position requires the instructor to teach both Spring EDU3051, Teaching Methods 3 and Summer EDU3052, Teaching Methods 4. Teaching Methods 3/EDU3051 course in the four-part series that new teachers in the Career & Tech Teacher Preparation path-to-licensure Program (CTTEP) must take during their first year as CTE teachers. Teaching Methods III expands on content learned in Teaching Methods I & II. The instructor will be expected to assist students in exploring additional must-know topics for CTE teachers, including the exploration of implicit bias, diversity & inclusion in CTE, effective use of advisory boards, and project-based learning. Through independent reading and thoughtful reflection, students explore instructional strategies, classroom management, student engagement, and assessment.

The instructor will continue with the cohort by leading them through the Summer EDU3052 course, which is the final teaching methods course in the series and takes place in June. In Teaching Methods IV, new teachers apply their year-long learning to create high-quality curriculum documents for the upcoming school year. Teaching Methods IV is an intensive, "boot camp" style course designed to prepare industry professionals for year two of teaching, as well as opportunities to document their learning, growth, and professional reflections in their licensing portfolio. This course is intended to grow the competence, self-efficacy, and career commitment of new CTE teachers entering their professions. This course will enable students to be prepared to enter the classroom as second year CTE teachers, and to begin work on their professional portfolio.

Minimum Degree Qualifications: 
The successful candidate will have a Master's degree preferred in Education or related field. 

Minimum Job Qualifications:

Vermont Career Technical Center Teaching or Administrative Experience.

Prior post-secondary teaching experience in the field of teacher education or related CTE endorsement area.

Familiarity with the requirements of the Vermont Teacher Licensure Portfolio.

Salary: 
Based on credits previously taught per VSC-VSCPTF Bargaining Unit Agreement.

Application Information: 
Applicants interested in applying must submit a Cover Letter, Resume/CV and Unofficial College Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired).

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of the College. Vermont State University strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds.

Vermont State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.

About Vermont State University

Vermont State University (VTSU) combines and builds upon the history of Castleton University, Northern Vermont University, and Vermont Technical College, as they merged to become a single accredited institution on July 1, 2023. At VTSU, students always come first. Our experience is designed to empower students to thrive in their personal and professional lives, becoming compassionate facilitators of positive change to shape Vermont and beyond. We stand as Vermont's regional public university with interconnected campuses and sites dispersed throughout the state, a community dedicated to providing accessible and affordable higher learning. Our innovative, relevant programs focus on student success and career readiness and meet students where they are on their educational journey. In the sciences, we continue to be committed to excellence in faculty scholarship, student-faculty collaboration, and teaching in a student-centered environment.  

Application Process

Applicants should include the following information as attachments:

1) A cover letter that summarizes their teaching interests and relevant experience and includes a reflection on the candidate's potential to contribute to an inclusive environment;

2) a curriculum vitae; and

3) the names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented groups, persons with disabilities and individuals who can contribute to an inclusive climate of education and scholarship.

Location: VTSU Randolph Campus, Randolph Center VT

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.

VTSU values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VTSU strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VTSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact Human Resources for assistance with accommodations at [email protected].

NOTE: This job may be subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.