Position Description - University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

		associate professor/professor Director Master of Education-Professional Development Program Department of Educational Studies School of Education

POSITION DESCRIPTION		Description/Primary Responsibilities: The Department of Educational Studies at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse seeks a full-time Director of the Masters of Education—Professional Development Program, who has the qualifications for tenure at the rank of associate professor or professor in the Department of Educational Studies to begin July 2008. For more about the department and School of Education, visit www.uwlax.edu/soe/. Qualifications (required): Ph.D. or Ed.D. in education or related field, strong background in pre-K-12 education, evidence of successful leadership experiences, dedication to high quality graduate education, and commitment to globally-responsive teaching and diverse perspectives.

APPOINTMENT		% of appointment – full time Starting Date: July 2008 Competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits and insurance programs

APPLICATION INFORMATION		Refer to Recruitment Number "09DES05" when applying for or inquiring about this position. Application Procedure: Send letter of application, vitae, graduate transcript(s), statements of current and future research and teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching and leadership ability, and names and contact information of five references to: Joyce Shanks—Search Chair, ME-PD Search Committee #09DES05 UW-L Department of Educational Studies 220 Morris Hall La Crosse, WI 54601 Ph: (608) 785-8657 Application Deadline: Jan. 15, 2008 or until filled.

LOCAL INFORMATION		Information about UW-La Crosse: The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, founded in 1909, is one of 13 four-year campuses in the University of Wisconsin System. It offers a wide array of undergraduate programs in business, education, the sciences, the arts, health science, recreation, physical education, and liberal studies as well as a variety of graduate programs. About 9,000 students attend classes on the compact, 119-acre campus. La Crosse (pop. 51,000) is set among scenic bluffs along the winding Mississippi River at the Minnesota/Wisconsin border. With Minneapolis 2 1/2 hours to the northwest and Madison, Wisconsin, 2 hours to the southeast, La Crosse enjoys small-town charm with larger city benefits. Densely-wooded coulees (gorges between bluffs), three rivers, and lush marsh provide prime locales for running, skiing, hunting, fishing, skating, boating, camping, biking and other outdoor pursuits. For more information about UW-La Crosse: http://www.uwlax.edu

As an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is engaged in an effort to be a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward increased diversity and inclusiveness. Women, persons of color, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply. If you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact the person above to make appropriate arrangements.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Under Wisconsin Statutes, we are required to provide, upon request, a list of nominees and applicants. A written request can exclude one from this list. Persons agreeing to be final candidates (to be interviewed) will have their identities revealed as final candidates.

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