Lecturer - Teacher Education Program - Berkeley School of Education
Position overview
Position title: LecturerApplication Window
Open date: May 19, 2023
Most recent review date: Sunday, Mar 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Friday, May 17, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
LECTURER - TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM - GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) at the University of California, Berkeley is generating an applicant pool of qualified temporary, part-time, non-tenure track Lecturers to teach graduate courses in its professional preparation programs for 2023-2024. Screening of applicants begins immediately and continues as needed. Applicants may be selected from this pool to be appointed in Fall and Spring semesters, or to teach in Summer Sessions. The number of positions varies from semester to semester. Appointments may be renewed based on need and performance.
Teaching Responsibilities: We are seeking outstanding Lecturers who can teach/co-teach courses in Berkeley Teacher Education Program (BTEP)--the BSE’s teacher education program. BTEP consists of 4 pathways:
- Elementary/Multiple Subjects
- Secondary English
- Secondary Mathematics & Science
- Secondary History/Social Science
Anticipated positions include Lecturers who will teach courses focused on:
- Secondary Science Methods
- Secondary English Methods
- Supporting English Language Learners in, (a) Elementary/multiple-subjects classrooms, (b) Secondary English and History/Social Science classrooms, and (c) - -
- Secondary Mathematics and Science classrooms
- Introduction to Ethnic Studies in K-12 Schools
- Secondary Computer Science
- Universal Design for Learning
- Project-based Learning
- Community-based Research
- Spanish Bilingual and Dual-language Instruction
General Duties: In addition to teaching responsibilities, include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials, and collaborating with Teacher Education Program leadership, instructors, and supervisors.
The Berkeley School of Education is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Program: https://bse.berkeley.edu/academics/professional-programs/teacher-preparation/BTEP
Labor Contract: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/ix/contract.html
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent international degree).
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent international degree) with teaching credential and 5 or more years of teaching experience; or Master’s degree, or equivalent international degree.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years teaching experience in the subject matter field.
Application Requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Statement of Educational and Teaching Philosophy - Refer specifically to the BTEP Identity statement at https://bse.berkeley.edu/BTEP-identity
Also include course(s) interested in teachingStatement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley (for additional information go to https://ofew.berkeley.edu/recruitment/contributions-diversity).
- 3 required (contact information only)
Help contact: bse_academicpersonnel@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.