WESTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION/GALLUP GRADUATE STUDIES CENTER SEEKS AN
VISITING, INSTRUCTOR/COMMUNITY LIAISON
RE-ADVERTISED

Western New Mexico University, a public, comprehensive, regional institution serving a diverse multicultural population of 3,000 students, is located in Silver City, New Mexico. Our School of Education/Gallup Graduate Studies Center is located in Gallup, NM. WNMU’s accredited programs include nursing, occupational therapy, education, business, social work, and child development. Exemplary teaching, quality programs, commitment to diversity, and enhanced regional service characterize WNMU’s mission.

Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position with a contract starting date of January 2008. Position responsibilities include advising, program development, assessment, university service, scholarly activity, community service and advisement of student organizations. During the interview candidates will make a thirty (30) minute class presentation on a topic selected by the search committee. Research, grant writing, experience on university, community, and professional committees and organizations, and previous teaching experience are desired. Previous successful interaction with diverse groups and proficiency in Spanish are preferred for all positions.

Social Work Department – Seeks a Visiting, Instructor/Community Liaison for its BSW Program in Gallup, New Mexico. Must have an MSW and two years post-MSW experience, and be eligible for NM Social Work Licensure. Practice experience with ethnic populations highly desirable. Ability t use technology and willingness to teach via distance education methods are considered essential. Some night and/or weekend teaching responsibilities are highly likely, as is a responsibility to supervise social work students in the field. Position may be nine or twelve months depending on the successful candidate. Salary: $ 34,027 - $ 43,092

Review of application materials will begin Monday, October 22 nd, 2007 and continues until filled.

TO APPLY: A complete application must include a cover letter and vita, copy of official graduate transcripts (originals required upon hire), at least three letters of recommendation (two of which focus on the applicant’s teaching ability and potential). Applicants must submit a personal statement that addresses the applicant’s teaching philosophy as well as the applicant’s experience with and expectations regarding the use of technology in teaching. Additional documentation may be requested from semi-finalists. Send required documentation to: Western New Mexico University, Attn: Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 680, Silver City, New Mexico, 88062.