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The Master of Arts in Education at Truman State University is a highly selective program with a proven record of quality teacher preparation. Truman’s MAE Department invites applications for a full time tenure-eligible Assistant/Associate Professor in General Education/Special Education beginning in August 2013. Primary responsibilities includeteaching undergraduate and graduate courses in our MAE programs and partnerships, supervising students during clinical experiences, and working closely with K-12 schools. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience and qualifications. Truman offers an attractive benefits package including life and health insurance, retirement contributions, and a low cost of living. Review of application materials will begin February 4, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. Truman State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act; women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
 * Assistant/Associate Prof. of Education (Tenure-Eligible) General/Special Ed, //School of Health Science & Education// **
 * The University: ** A vibrant community of teacher-scholars with a highly selective student body, Truman is a residential university focused on providing its 6,000 students with broad liberal arts experiences and depth of study in 49 undergraduate majors and 8 graduate programs. Truman is nationally recognized for the quality of the educational opportunities it offers students and for its leadership in the assessment of student learning and continuous improvement. For the sixteenth consecutive year, Truman, Missouri’s public liberal arts and sciences university, has been recognized as the No. 1 Public University in the Midwest Region – Master’s Category by U.S. News and World Report. Located in Kirksville, Missouri, Truman plays a vital role in the life of a thriving rural community served by commuter air service and Amtrak.
 * Application: ** Please submit a signed letter of application which presents a thoughtfully articulated picture of one’s teaching philosophy, commitment to the liberal arts and sciences, and view on collegiality and its importance to a learning community; three names of professional references with contact information (title, place of activity, telephone number, e-mail address), copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and curriculum vitae.
 * Required Qualifications **
 * Candidates must possess terminal degree in education or closely related field (ABD will be considered) and evidence of practical experience in teaching education courses; disposition for working effectively with school partners, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
 * Desired Qualifications **
 * The successful candidate will possess or show potential for one or more of the following: experience in Special Education; background in education research, policy and practice; knowledge of and experience in supervising students during clinical experiences; background in foundations of education; Missouri teaching certification or potential to obtain and; evidence of scholarly potential.