Adjunct - Elementary Mathematics

The Linfield University Education Department is seeking adjunct faculty to teach courses that will prepare pre-service teachers with a love for Mathematics instruction and knowledge of best practices for teaching math to elementary students; starting August 2021. A review of applications will begin immediately.

Linfield Education Department Mission:

Linfield's teacher education program prepares students within the context of a strong liberal arts tradition that promotes a culture of engagement and excellence; integrated teaching and learning; global and multicultural understanding; and experiential learning through ongoing field experiences. Linfield's education faculty prepare teacher education candidates who understand and apply multiple theories of learning and content knowledge; develop dispositions and strategies for advocating for all learners; and reflect and act on their own behaviors and on the teaching and learning process. Candidates are prepared for service in educational settings within Oregon, across the nation, and throughout the world.

Qualifications:

• Seeking adjunct faculty with teaching experience in elementary mathematics and best practices in elementary math pedagogy.
• Minimum of three years of preK-8 teaching experience.
• Master's degree in education, or related field experience.
• Multilingual asset is desired.
• Knowledge of edTPA desired.
• A full commitment to equity in education and the mission of the education program. This includes agreeing to uphold and strengthen Linfield's commitment to the TSPC Oregon Administrative Rules for Teacher Preparation Programs Standards for Cultural Competency and Equity (OAR 584-410-0070)

• • TSPC Oregon Administrative Rules for Teacher Preparation Programs 584-410-0070 Cultural Competency and Equity

(1) The Education Preparation Program designs, implements, and evaluates curriculum and provides experiences for candidates to acquire and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions necessary to help all students learn equitably.

(a) Assessments indicate that candidates can demonstrate and apply proficiencies related to cultural competency and equitable student learning.

(b) Experiences provided for candidates include working with diverse populations, including higher education and PreK12 school faculty, candidates, and students in PreK12 schools.

(c) A cohort of candidates and faculty from diverse groups informs the unit's curriculum, pedagogy, and field experiences in culturally inclusive, meaningful ways.

(d) Diverse faculty and peers assist candidates in addressing teaching and learning from multiple perspectives and different life experiences. These experiences provide for different voices in the professional development and work of the education profession.

(e) The greater range of cultural backgrounds and experiences among faculty and candidates enhances understanding of cultural competency, inclusion and equity for all students in the classroom.

Application Procedure: To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents. Review of applications begins immediately.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Names and contact information for three references

For additional information about this position, please contact Carrie Kondor at ckondor@linfield.edu or 503-883-2201.

IMPORTANT COVID-19 INFORMATION:

In order to create the healthiest face-to-face learning environment possible, Linfield University is requiring that all faculty, staff, and students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees should be fully vaccinated no later than two weeks prior to arriving on campus, or the start of the academic year (August 30, 2021) whichever is first. Employees must submit their documentation at least one week prior to arriving on campus, or no later than August 2, 2021. People who have tested positive for COVID-19 will still be required to show proof of vaccination. Linfield's new COVID-19 vaccine policy, requirements for compliance and exemptions, and information on how to upload documentation is available at https://linfield.edu/coronavirus-update/vaccine.html.

We Value Diversity: Linfield University is actively engaged in promoting, advancing, and confirming our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and vibrant Linfield contributes to academic excellence and critical thinking. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. All candidates are encouraged to address how their professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will build on our diversity and inclusion efforts.

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