Assistant/associate Professor-school Of Education

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA
Base: $55,000-$60,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Hybrid
Teach undergraduate courses
Integrate research-based practices
Collaborate with school districts
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor for the School of Education to teach undergraduate courses and support student progress in various education programs. The ideal candidate will hold a terminal degree, have substantial classroom teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and collaboration with educational stakeholders

Job Summary

  • This position serves as a faculty member in the School of Education and will teach a wide range of undergraduate courses for candidates seeking degrees with licensure in Elementary Education (K–6), Middle Level Education (4–8), Secondary Education (7–12), and/or K–12 Education.
  • Responsibilities include supporting candidates’ progress through coursework; advising students in elementary and middle level programs; and integrating research‑based instructional practices and relevant technology throughout teaching.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor for the School of Education to teach undergraduate courses and support student progress in various education programs. The ideal candidate will hold a terminal degree, have substantial classroom teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and collaboration with educational stakeholders.

Salary

Base: $55,000-$60,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • teach undergraduate courses
  • integrate research-based practices
  • collaborate with school districts
  • maintain scholarly agenda
  • teach in multiple formats

Nice-to-have

  • experience in higher education
  • prior involvement in teacher preparation
  • strong research agenda
  • experience in Science of Reading

Key Requirements

  • terminal degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.)
  • valid teaching license
  • three years of K-8 public school teaching experience
  • strong understanding of content and best practices
  • experience integrating technology

Work Rights

Not specified

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