[on behalf of Noboru Matsuda]
Dear education researchers
Please distribute widely! A PDF version of the announcement also attached.
Thanks,
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Noboru Matsuda (http://people.tamu.edu/~mazda)
Associate Professor of Cyber STEM Education
Department of Teaching, Learning, and Culture
Texas A&M University
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The College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University
(TAMU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Head,
Department of Teaching Learning & Culture (TLAC). The College of Education
and Human Development’s mission is to enhance equity in educational
achievement and health outcomes, to foster innovation and development, and
to influence policy and practice.
TLAC Department
The Department of Teaching, Learning and Culture (TLAC) (
http://tlac.tamu.edu) encompasses students, faculty and staff whose efforts
and interests center on the many different aspects of academics, teaching
and classroom education. TLAC’s mission is to create experiences that
advance teaching, research and service through the application of knowledge
in the preparation and development of quality educators; placing high value
on collaboration, diversity, critical thinking, creativity, democratic
governance and global leadership. TLAC aspires to become a leader among its
peer institutions in making meaningful and lasting progress in responding
to the needs and concerns of minorities and women. The department has a
rich history of preparing teachers, educational leaders and researchers
since its inception in 1969. The talented faculty in the department are
actively developing various programs in response to changes in the state
certification regulations and society's needs. The department currently
offers a B.S. program in Interdisciplinary Studies; teacher certifications
in Early Childhood-Grade 6 (EC–6), Middle Grades 4–8, and Secondary 7–12;
Master’s programs in Curriculum and Instruction; Ph.D. program in
Curriculum and Instruction and online M.Ed. and online executive Ed.D.
programs. All Early Childhood – Grade 6 and Middle Grades 4 – 8 students
qualify to be ESL endorsed. TLAC will soon offer undergraduate students the
option of IB (International Baccalaureate) certification in addition to the
Texas certification. TLAC will be the second department in the U.S. and the
only department in the Southwest to offer this certification at the
undergraduate level.
TLAC is a professional home to those who are currently working and studying
in the department, with over 1200 undergraduate students, about 400
graduate students, 46 faculty members and 27 staff members. The department
has also been home to many others who once studied and worked here. From
2005 – 2010, TLAC produced over 2,600 teachers, 470 Master’s and 100 Ph.D.
graduates. The department is consistently moving onward as a top producer
of public school teachers, especially in the high-need areas of mathematics
and science, for the state of Texas.
The department values interdisciplinary collaborations, technology
innovations, and multicultural and international education, and has
outstanding faculty, staff, and students. At the M.Ed. and Ph.D. level, the
program areas are Culture & Curriculum Studies, English as a Second
Language Education, Math Education, Reading Education, Science Education,
Technology and Teacher Education, and Urban Education. Beyond the
traditional programs, to serve the needs of non-traditional students, TLAC
offers fully online M.Ed. and Ed.D. Programs. The department also houses
two active research centers: The Center for Urban School Partnerships,
which focuses on the improvement of urban schools, and the Educational
Research Center, which focuses on three areas of program evaluation, STEM
education, and educator preparation. In addition, many TLAC faculty have
international, national, and state-wide grants from funding agencies such
as IES, NSF, and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Furthermore, many TLAC faculty serve as editors of prestigious journals
such as:
Reading & Writing: An International Journal, Reading Psychology,
International Journal of STEM Education, and Curriculum History Journal.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in a field
related to any of the department’s academic programs. Applicants should be
a full professor as of January, 2016, with a distinctive and active record
of scholarship, publications, and experience; a record of excellence in
teaching, directing doctoral students, and developing innovative programs;
an established record of obtaining extramural funding to support research
and/or teaching; a record and/or demonstrated ability to provide creative
leadership in the higher education setting; evidence of effective
communication, organization, ability to manage and resolve conflict, and
supportive interpersonal skills; a strong commitment to an open and
transparent faculty governance; ability to make ethical decisions; evidence
of budgetary and management skills; and, a commitment to integrity,
academic excellence, professional service, and cultural diversity.
Responsibilities: The Head serves as the chief academic, fiscal, and
administrative officer for the Department. The Head is responsible for
fostering faculty excellence in research, teaching, and service consistent
with Texas A&M University’s Vision 2020 Strategic Plan (
www.tamu.edu/vision2020); providing effective advocacy for the department
within the college, university, state, and nation; encouraging a positive,
collegial climate; promoting local, state, national and international
partnerships and outreach; and establishing a successful record of creating
a positive climate for the recruitment, development, and retention of
diverse faculty, students, and staff.
The Setting: Texas A&M University is located in the twin cities of Bryan
and College Station, home to about 203,000 residents. This central Texas
location offers the best of both worlds: it’s small enough to offer safe
and affordable living, and just a short drive to three major Texas cities —
Houston, Austin, and Dallas. Texas A&M University is home to several
world-class, one-of-a-kind venues, including numerous museums, art
galleries and more. The university is the crossroads for everything from
Broadway shows and the ballet to brown bag concerts and “battles of the
bands.” The charming city of Bryan, Texas, features meticulously restored
buildings, a diversity of enticing restaurants and wealth of unique
downtown shops. It is also the home to the Brazos Valley African-American
Museum, and the Carnegie Center of the Brazos Valley, located in the oldest
Carnegie Library in Texas. Nature is an integral part of College Station –
the city features over 1,100 acres of public parks and sports facilities.
Recreational activities are plentiful, including golf courses, nature
trails, bike paths, and a wide variety of sports leagues. College Station
offers a multitude of opportunities for recreation, leisure, shopping, and
dining and maintains one of the lowest crime rates in Texas, giving peace
of mind to residents and visitors alike. College Station is also home to
the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum — one of the region’s most
popular tourist attractions, with over 690,000 visitors since it opened. In
addition, the region boasts numerous art galleries and cultural and musical
establishments.
Application Process: Review of applications will begin December 2, 2015,
and continue until an appointment is made. Applications should be sent by
e-mail and include: 1.) a letter of application summarizing the applicant’s
qualifications, leadership skills, and vision for the Department of TLAC;
and, (2) a curriculum vitae. Letters of inquiries, nominations, and
applications should be addressed to: Dr. Fredrick M. Nafukho, Chair TLAC
Head Search Committee and sent to: Marie Shelfer, Department of Educational
Administration and Human Resource Development, 511 Harrington Tower, 4226
TAMU, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-4226. (979) 862-4347
(FAX). Completed applications and curriculum vitas should be submitted
electronically as a PDF file to: shelfer@xxxxxxxx
Texas A&M University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
committed to creating and maintaining a climate that affirms diversity of
both persons and views, including differences in race, ethnicity, national
origin, gender, age, socioeconomic, background, religion, sexual
orientation, and disability.
Attachment:
Position Announcement-TLAC Head Search-9-30-2015.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document
