What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Education (Middle Level) position at Sam Houston State?
Posting Details
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work / life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Education (Middle Level)
Requisition
202500007F
Rank
Assistant Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track
College
College of Education
Department
School of Teaching & Learning
Open Date
02 / 21 / 2025
Quicklink
https : / / shsu.peopleadmin.com / postings / 42325
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Andrea Foster
Title
Professor
Sam Houston State University
School of Teaching and Learning
Box 2119
Huntsville, Texas 77340-2119
Contact Phone
936-294-1142
Contact Email
asfoster@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Full-time, tenure-track (9 month) position will teach 9 credit hours each Fall and Spring in the School of Teaching and Learning. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in middle level (Grades 4-8) teaching a range of core curriculum courses in undergraduate and / or graduate education. Embrace the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community through high-quality, integrated teaching, scholarship, and service. Contribute to the program as a collaborative member of the department. Engage and collaborate in research and program development; continue the program's history of having a positive impact on a state, regional, national, and international level. Act as content expert and liaison in the area of middle level curriculum and instruction; and provide dedicated support for working with various student populations.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction or a related field with an emphasis in Middle Level Education . (ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in September 2025.
Experience Required for the Position
At least 3 years of successful teaching experience in public, intermediate, middle, or high school. Must hold or be eligible for state public school teaching certification. Experience working with teachers and / or pre-service teachers. The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Experience with school-university partnerships focused on teacher preparation and teacher development. Demonstrated excellence in teaching. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and a willingness to communicate current trends in the field to students, incorporate these initiatives in coursework and other constituencies.
Other Requirements for the Position
Preferred Qualifications include :
- Familiarity with teacher education accreditation standards;
- History of and expertise in clinical teaching field experiences;
Experience teaching a variety of content areas (e.g., science, social studies, math, or ELAR), particularly at the middle level - grades 4-8.
Strong working knowledge of academic research methodologies; and
Ability to build productive professional relationships with public schools, colleges, and local communities.
Special Instructions Summary
The selected candidate will have to provide official transcripts for all degrees and total of three letters of recommendation prior to official hire if designated references do not submit a written recommendation by the deadline.
Open Until Filled
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke / Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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