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Position Title Middle School Instructor
About this Opportunity The Burris Laboratory welcomes applications for (2) Middle School Instructors.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’s ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values , we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.

  • Affordable Healthcare

  • Retirement

  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Professional Development
To learn about other faculty opportunities at Ball State University, please visit the following link: Ball State Faculty Opportunities
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Appointment Type Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment FT Academic Year
Description Burris Laboratory School was established to provide a stellar K-12
educational environment in which pre-service teachers from Ball State
University observe and provide learning opportunities for students with
highly effective teachers using innovative instructional strategies aligned
with Indiana standards.
The Middle School Instructor will develop lesson plans and deliver whole group,
individual and small group instruction within established curriculum
guidelines. Collaboration with university faculty, Burris educators, pre-service
teachers, other professional staff and administrators to address instructional
and/or classroom challenges, effective communication with parents and
guardians along with strong classroom management and supervision are
needed to support the vision and mission of the school.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree by date of employment; hold or demonstrate eligibility for Indiana teaching certification in Education. At least one semester teaching or student teaching experience.
Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in education from an accredited university. At least three years of experience teaching; evidence of knowledge and skill in using educational technologies; evidence
of knowledge and skill in working effectively with children with special needs
and/or high ability.
Required Certifications/Licensures Indiana certification appropriate to the assignment or be able to obtain emergency license.
Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised N/A
EEO Statement Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department Burris Laboratory School:800020
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number 7652851131

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 202401239F
Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date 08/06/2024
Position End Date
Posting Date 02/12/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date 03/25/2024
Open Until Filled No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information Dr. Abigail Comber, 285-2888

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