JOB DESCRIPTIONPOSITION: Horace Mann Faculty: KindergartenDEPARTMENT: Horace Mann Laboratory SchoolREPORTS TO: Horace Mann PrincipalCLASSIFICATION: FacultyFLSA STATUS: ExemptEMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full-time position

PRIMARY DUTY: The Northwest Missouri State University School of Education is seeking applications for a full-time kindergarten instructor at Horace Mann Laboratory School for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year. The successful candidate will serve as an instructor and educational leader at a kindergarten through sixth grade laboratory school where commitment to curriculum development, educational leadership, research, and child-centered teaching practices are valued. The instructor will provide elementary students with exemplary instruction within a laboratory school setting modeling culturally sensitive teaching practices within a social justice framework. The instructor will work collaboratively with University faculty to facilitate and evaluate practicum students through the modeling of effective teaching practices and opportunities to engage in superior clinical experiences. The instructor is responsible for promoting high expectations for students, communicating effectively with parents, developing curriculum, and working collaboratively with the both Horace Mann and School of Education faculty and staff. The position includes supervision and evaluation of student employees, practicum students, and implementation of state and national standards into the curriculum. The instructor must demonstrate an appreciation and promotion of diversity as a commitment to the School of Education and Northwest Missouri State University.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Provide research-based instruction to a diverse student population in a laboratory school setting2. Facilitate, evaluate, and provide timely feedback to practicum students about instruction in the

areas of literacy, math, science, social studies, and project-based learning3. Participate in highly collaborative, professional learning activities with colleagues4. Build relationships with families and community members to promote regular parent

involvement5. Collaborate and co-teach with an instructional aide6. Supervise and evaluate practicum students completing clinical experiences7. Exhibit strong skills in educational technology, research, and collaboration8. Create curriculum and lesson plans in all curricula areas9. Demonstrate a growth mindset, initiative, and actively collaborate in research of innovative

practices10. Model a nurturing disposition with an excellent ability to communicate effectively with young

children11. Support University and School initiative related to diversity, equity, and inclusion12. Assist with university and program accreditation (AAQEP, HLC, CAEP, DESE, and/or other)

This job description is not a contract of employment. Unless otherwise agreed in writing signed by the Board of Regents and subject to any applicable law, all University employees are employed on an at-will basis. Northwest Missouri State University reserves the right to alter the job description at any time without notice. Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

13. Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:Education: Master’s degree in Education Certification/License: Missouri Elementary Teaching Certification (or ability to attain

certification) Experience: One year of experience of post-master’s degree teaching in an elementary settingSkills: Integration of technology and online course management system in teaching; strong

communication skills; collaboration skills; ability to work well with others toward common goals; strong organizational skills

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL: Willing to acquire and participate in international study away trip for faculty and students.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Collaborative team-based academic environment in a university-based laboratory school.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Will supervise observation students, practicum students, and student workers

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Interactive SMART Board, iPads, laptop computers, document cameras, etc.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Actively instructing elementary students from 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday during the regular school year (January – May). Instruction of Practicum students may occur from 3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Participation in after school committees and faculty meetings as assigned. Ability to complete essential classroom functions and lift up to 20 pounds.

COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy, and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri and 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri. For more information visit the website at www.maryville.org.

UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of more than 7,200 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.

Founded in 1905, Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.

The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 96 percent of Northwest bachelor’s degree earners and 99 percent of master’s degree earners secure

This job description is not a contract of employment. Unless otherwise agreed in writing signed by the Board of Regents and subject to any applicable law, all University employees are employed on an at-will basis. Northwest Missouri State University reserves the right to alter the job description at any time without notice. Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data. Zippia, a career website, names Northwest the best college in Missouri for getting a job.

Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $7,200 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.” For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu.

SCHOOL: The School of Education includes the Department of Professional Education and the broader, campus-based Professional Education Unit, Horace Mann Laboratory School and the Phyllis and Richard Leet Center for Children and Families and a site in Kansas City, Missouri featuring undergraduate completion and Master's programs for teachers and leaders, as well as the site hosting coursework for a Cooperative Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership with the University-of Missouri-Columbia. The School of Education prepares teachers, counselors, and administrators/leaders for the nation's school systems. Northwest has been continuously accredited at the national level since the inception of the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), previously NCATE, and by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The mission of the School of Education is to prepare caring teachers who possess the highest level of professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to help all students learn in a diverse and every-changing world. For more information visit our website at http://www.nwmissouri.edu/academics/ed/index.htm.

SALARY: Competitive/market based and commensurate with qualifications

APPLICATION DEADLINE: The search committee will begin review of applications immediately and the position will remain open until successfully filled.

DATE AVAILABLE: August 2, 2021

TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking http://agency.governmentjobs.com/nwmissouri/default.cfm to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit the application materials listed below in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email mdrake@nwmissouri.edu for more information.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: A letter of application describing teaching/administrative experience and suitability for the position, current resume, copies of all transcripts, and a list of current references

INQUIRIES FOR THE POSITION CAN BE MADE TO: Laura M. King, Principal of Horace Mann Laboratory SchoolNorthwest Missouri State UniversityBrown Hall 135

This job description is not a contract of employment. Unless otherwise agreed in writing signed by the Board of Regents and subject to any applicable law, all University employees are employed on an at-will basis. Northwest Missouri State University reserves the right to alter the job description at any time without notice. Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Phone: 660-562-1234Email: lmking@nmwissouri.edu

This job description is not a contract of employment. Unless otherwise agreed in writing signed by the Board of Regents and subject to any applicable law, all University employees are employed on an at-will basis. Northwest Missouri State University reserves the right to alter the job description at any time without notice. Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.