Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise tutors and supplemental instructors for the University Learning Center, Writing
Center, and Supplemental Instruction Program. Provide comprehensive developmental academic advising to a caseload of Associate of Arts in
Liberal Studies, Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, and academically at-risk students; also provide comprehensive learning support
strategies to students seeking individualized services with the learning support specialist. Collaborate with the Director of Services for
Students with Disabilities to facilitate appropriate accommodations for the learning disabled. Collaborate with the Director of the Learning
Center to develop and implement programming for academically reinstated and probationary students. Develop or facilitate and implement
academic enhancement programs and workshops for diverse learners; teach learning strategies, critical reading, first-year seminar, and
liberal studies capstone course; and guide a capstone experience. Assist in creating and maintaining a robust system of learning outcomes
assessment supporting continuous improvement of all activities associated with the Learning Center. Assist in building partnerships across
college campus to support innovation in learning support programs, services, and initiatives. Teaching load not to exceed 25% of duties.
Strong evidence of excellence in advising, continuing scholarly growth, and University service are required for promotion and tenure.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements: Master's Degree in Special Education, Education with a Reading Specialist Certification, Learning
Assistance, Developmental Education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution. Requirements include the completion of a
successful campus interview which will include a teaching demonstration. Additional qualifications: Three years full-time experience
providing academic support in a higher education environment; experience working with tutors and SI leaders; demonstration of teaching and
academic advising effectiveness; working knowledge of IDEA, ADA, Section 504 Regulations; practical knowledge of assessment of services and
programs; ability to adapt to changing technologies that support teaching and learning; excellent communication skills (both verbal and
written); the ability to teach, evaluate, and advise students; evidence of relevant scholarly activity; ability to work collaboratively with
others; demonstration, through past accomplishments and behaviors, of the ability to support Mansfield University's principles and values of
Character, Scholarship, Culture, Service (http://www1.mansfield.edu/mansfield-creed) and the University's strong student-centered vision and mission; and
demonstration through past accomplishment, of the ability to motivate and mentor students Preferred: Doctoral degree and academic advising
experience in secondary and/or higher education. Other conditions of employment are verification of all earned degrees through the receipt
of original transcripts and an acceptable background check report.
Essential Functions
Effective academic advising and teaching. Continued scholarly growth and service to the university, department, and
community. Communicate and write effectively. Use electronic technologies and software programs such as word processing, spreadsheets,
e-mail; and effective use of phone, keyboard, and other typical office equipment. Interpersonal relationship skills. May be required to
lift, stand, walk, reach with arms, etc. Some travel required.
Status
Tenure-track position beginning August, 2013; Instructor or Assistant Professor rank. Salary is competitive and dependent on
qualifications and experience. Excellent faculty benefits: http://hr.mansfield.edu/benefits.htm.
Application Procedure
Submit via electronic application: a letter of interest that addresses how your qualifications/skills meet the
department's needs as detailed by the position description. Include a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests; summary of
evaluations in classroom teaching; materials that provide evidence of effective teaching; examples of scholarship; curriculum vitae; copies
of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; three letters of reference; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three additional
professional references. Application review begins immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Setting
Located in the beautiful mountains of rural, north central Pennsylvania, Mansfield University, currently enrolling approximately
3,200 students, including more than 400 graduate students, is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Founded in 1857
as Mansfield Classical Seminary, Mansfield University is proud of its long tradition of preparing excellent teachers, as well as its more
recent role as a public liberal arts university focused on leadership development. The university is located within Tioga County, home to
five state and federal parks, seven lakes, and the 50-mile long gorge of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. The university is an hour south of
the Finger Lakes wine region of upstate New York. www.mansfield.edu
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to providing a diverse working & learning environment and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
AA/EOE
Source: http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175726839
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