Maine: Assistant Professor of Community Health Education, University of Maine at Farmington

Position: Multiple Faculty Positions
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: University of Maine at Farmington
Location: Maine
Date posted: 9/29/2008


The University of Maine at Farmington

The University and Region: Established in 1864 as Maine's first public institution of higher education, with historic and continued strength in teacher education and a contemporary role as Maine's public liberal arts college, the University of Maine at Farmington offers undergraduate programs in arts and sciences, teacher education, and human services. UMF has reorganized its curriculum to enhance opportunities for in-depth study and undergraduate research, and it recently launched its first graduate degree program, an M.S.Ed., in order to meet the needs of practicing teachers in the region. In 2007 the university opened an exciting new academic facility, a LEED-certified "green" building that houses our programs in education and human services. This commitment to sustainability informs all facilities projects, including a new Arts Center, which is currently being designed. UMF, which has the highest graduation rates in the University of Maine System, has been recognized for high levels of student engagement as measured by the National Survey of Student Engagement. The campus culture has been described as one of "positive restlessness." UMF is a founding member of COPLAC, the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges, which includes 25 public colleges and universities dedicated to the liberal arts tradition and quality undergraduate education. The Farmington area is rich in cultural offerings and recreational opportunities. The natural beauty of its mountains, lakes, woods, and streams draws people to the region, which is also noted for its snow, blackflies, and April mud season. Please check out our home page at: www.umf.maine.edu.

Diversity: We are implementing an action plan to provide a deeper understanding of diversity. Applications are encouraged from women and minorities and others who can help us achieve it. UMF provides reasonable accommodations in the workplace and in the job application process. If you need assistance because of a disability, please contact Valerie Huebner, EEO Officer, 224 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938; (207) 778-7258; (207) 778-7000 TDD. AA/EEO employer.

Application Process: Positions begin September 1, 2009. All positions are tenure-track. An earned doctorate is required for tenure. Please submit a letter of interest including teaching philosophy/goals, vita, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation, at least one of which pertains to college teaching. For some searches additional materials may be required. See the individual position descriptions below. Joint applications for a shared position are welcomed. Review of applications will begin on the dates noted below and continue until positions are filled.

Salary: Competitive

Assistant Professor of Community Health Education: The Department of Community Health and Recreation in the College of Education, Health, and Rehabilitation is searching for a full-time tenure-track faculty position within the Bachelor of Science degree program in Community Health Education. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and exude a passion for teaching, along with professional service and scholarly activity. Areas of teaching proficiency include core courses within the major which reflect embedded competencies consistent with the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing and the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) designation with emphasis on epidemiology and environmental health. The ability to collaborate across disciplines within a campus-wide liberal arts curriculum involving health-related programming is required. A doctorate in Health Education or related field is required for tenure; ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of instructor. Send application materials listed above to: Dr. Lea Bryant, Search Committee Chair, Department of Community Health and Recreation, UMF, 186 High Street, Farmington, ME 04938. Phone: 207-778-7098 or email: gbryant@maine.edu. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2008.

Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education: The Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education is searching for a colleague who shares our commitment to, and has diverse experience in, Early Childhood Education. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach curriculum, upper level and field experience courses; provide leadership and administrative expertise in campus child care programs; advise students; supervise students in field settings; serve on department, college and university committees; and engage in professional and scholarly work. Earned doctorate in early childhood education, child development or related field required for tenure (doctoral candidates may be considered at the rank of instructor); a minimum of two years full-time teaching experience in inclusive settings for preschoolers; field supervision experience; ability to work effectively with university students and the statewide community of early childhood professionals. The following are highly desirable: public school pre-kindergarten experience; successful leadership in program administration; academic advising experience. Teaching load is three courses per semester or equivalent. Send application materials listed above to: Dr. Beth Hatcher, Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education, UMF, 186 High Street, Farmington, ME 04938; e-mail: beth.hatcher@maine.edu. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2008.

Assistant Professor of History: The Department of Social Sciences and Business invites applications for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of History. The successful candidate will teach a two-semester Global History survey, courses on Europe, and courses in either Africa or the Middle East. Ability to contribute to the university's International Studies program a plus. Ph.D. required by August 1, 2009. Send application materials listed above to: Dr. Allison Hepler and Dr. Walter Sargent, Co-Chairs of the History Search Committee, Department of Social Sciences and Business, UMF, 270 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938. Questions may be addressed to Dr. Hepler at: 207-778-7415; e-mail: ahepler@maine.edu or to Dr. Sargent at: 207-778-7456; e-mail: walter.sargent@maine.edu. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008.

Assistant Professor of Psychology: Our Psychology Department consists of nine professionals who love teaching and who believe that they are genuinely good at it. We are looking for an exceptional educator with the ability, energy, commitment, and intellectual charisma to excite and motivate students. We seek a vibrant, student-oriented professor with an interest in mentoring undergraduates, supporting student research, and coordinating practicum and internship opportunities. A background in Counseling Psychology is required. The ability to teach a variety of other courses in psychology will be favorably considered. A completed doctorate is greatly preferred but ABDs will also be considered. Application materials listed above may be submitted electronically to Sandy Yeaton (yeaton@maine.edu), Administrative Assistant, Department of Psychology, in Word (doc), Rich Text Format (rft), or Adobe Acrobat (pdf), or by fax at (207)778-7378. If electronically submitted, please follow up with a hard copy and letters of recommendation in the mail to: Dr. Steven Quackenbush, Chair of the Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, UMF, 234 Main Street, Farmington, ME 04938. Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Steven Quackenbush, Search Chair (steven.quackenbush@maine.edu) (207)778-7518. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2008.

Assistant Professor of Special Education: We seek a dynamic, flexible individual to teach courses in special education. The candidate should have a strong background in both theory and pedagogy, teaching experience with K-12 students with mild to moderate disabilities, and expertise in collaboration, development of IEPs, and strategies for both special education and general education teachers. We are looking for a proactive teacher educator for twenty-first century planning. Our program emphasizes teaching excellence as well as advising and mentoring students. A doctorate in special education or a related field is required for tenure (ABD candidates may be considered at the rank of instructor). K-12 and college teaching experience preferred. Send application materials listed above to: Dr. Richard Dale, Special Education Search Committee, UMF, 186 High Street, Farmington, ME 04938. Questions may be addressed to Dr. Dale at: richard.dale1@maine.edu. Review of applications will begin November 17, 2008.