Assistant Professor of Education

The College of Education at Belmont University is seeking
applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant
Professor beginning August 1, 2023.   

The successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or
Ed.D.) in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, or a related
field from a regionally accredited doctoral granting institution and will possess
specialized skills enabling the candidate to effectively teach in teacher and
educational leadership preparation programs. Ability to teach face to face,
online, and blended learning formats is required. The candidate will have
instructional experience, as well as subject matter expertise and demonstrated
professional experience in teacher and instructional leadership preparation.

Job
responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in
face-to-face and online delivery formats and serving as a dissertation committee
member for doctoral committees. Additional responsibilities include academic advising,
student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college, university and community service.
This role may include some program coordination activities and responsibilities
as needed

Belmont University’s College of Education is especially interested
in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of
the academic community.

Basic functions as required by Provost Office include:

• Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year.
• Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects.
• Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach. 
• Participate in departmental and university committee work.
• Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
• Advise students in course selection and degree completion.
• Participate in a local church and the community.
• Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
• Manage online grading system.
• Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required. 
• Maintain regular office hours.
• The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents. 

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified
faculty and staff that share the University’s values and will contribute to its
mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together
the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered, student-focused university of learning
and service.  During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a
response to Belmont
University’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic Path to 2030 articulating how the candidate’s knowledge, experience, and beliefs have
prepared him/her to contribute to the Belmont community. Candidates will also
be asked to give a brief statement of teaching philosophy.
Located two miles from thriving downtown Nashville,
Tennessee, Belmont University consists of more than 8,800 students who come
from every state and 33 countries. Nationally recognized for its innovative
approach and commitment to undergraduate teaching, Belmont is a
Christ-centered, student-focused community intent on developing diverse leaders
of purpose, character, wisdom and a transformational mindset who are eager and
equipped to make the world a better place. In the classroom and beyond, the
University aims to empower students, faculty and staff to become radical
champions for helping people and communities to flourish. While committed to
being global citizens, Belmont also seeks to be a great neighbor, engaging with
and serving Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region as a trusted community
partner. The University’s location in the heart of the Tennessee’s capital –
and Nashville’s growing reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic,
creative and inviting cities – provides the perfect backdrop for an amazing
higher education experience in a community known as “the Athens of the South.” With more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master’s
programs and five doctoral degrees, Belmont
University provides an unparalleled environment for students to become all they
were created to be. Belmont University is an
equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse learning community
of committed Christians from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the
University seeks employees of Christian faith who are committed to the mission
of the University. Belmont’s Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing
evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the
end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities,
veterans and disabled individuals.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a
background check satisfactory to the University.  

The College of Education at Belmont University is seeking
applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant
Professor beginning August 1, 2023.   

The successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or
Ed.D.) in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, or a related
field from a regionally accredited doctoral granting institution and will possess
specialized skills enabling the candidate to effectively teach in teacher and
educational leadership preparation programs. Ability to teach face to face,
online, and blended learning formats is required. The candidate will have
instructional experience, as well as subject matter expertise and demonstrated
professional experience in teacher and instructional leadership preparation.

Job
responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in
face-to-face and online delivery formats and serving as a dissertation committee
member for doctoral committees. Additional responsibilities include academic advising,
student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college, university and community service.
This role may include some program coordination activities and responsibilities
as needed

Belmont University’s College of Education is especially interested
in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of
the academic community.

Basic functions as required by Provost Office include:

• Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year.
• Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects.
• Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach. 
• Participate in departmental and university committee work.
• Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
• Advise students in course selection and degree completion.
• Participate in a local church and the community.
• Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
• Manage online grading system.
• Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required. 
• Maintain regular office hours.
• The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents. 

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified
faculty and staff that share the University’s values and will contribute to its
mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together
the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered, student-focused university of learning
and service.  During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a
response to Belmont
University’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic Path to 2030 articulating how the candidate’s knowledge, experience, and beliefs have
prepared him/her to contribute to the Belmont community. Candidates will also
be asked to give a brief statement of teaching philosophy.
Located two miles from thriving downtown Nashville,
Tennessee, Belmont University consists of more than 8,800 students who come
from every state and 33 countries. Nationally recognized for its innovative
approach and commitment to undergraduate teaching, Belmont is a
Christ-centered, student-focused community intent on developing diverse leaders
of purpose, character, wisdom and a transformational mindset who are eager and
equipped to make the world a better place. In the classroom and beyond, the
University aims to empower students, faculty and staff to become radical
champions for helping people and communities to flourish. While committed to
being global citizens, Belmont also seeks to be a great neighbor, engaging with
and serving Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region as a trusted community
partner. The University’s location in the heart of the Tennessee’s capital –
and Nashville’s growing reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic,
creative and inviting cities – provides the perfect backdrop for an amazing
higher education experience in a community known as “the Athens of the South.” With more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master’s
programs and five doctoral degrees, Belmont
University provides an unparalleled environment for students to become all they
were created to be. Belmont University is an
equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse learning community
of committed Christians from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the
University seeks employees of Christian faith who are committed to the mission
of the University. Belmont’s Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing
evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the
end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities,
veterans and disabled individuals.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a
background check satisfactory to the University.