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.
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/Associate Professor of Education (Curriculum & Instruction) Requisition 202400149F Rank Assistant or Associate 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 10/25/2024 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41105 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Victoria Hollas Title Professor | Search Committee ChairSam Houston State University
School of Teaching and Learning
Box 2119
Huntsville, Texas 77340-2119
Contact Phone 936-294-3225 Contact Email torihollas@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 teaching a range of core curriculum courses in undergraduate 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 Curriculum and Instruction; and provide dedicated support for working with various student populations. Educational Requirements for the Position Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction or related field. (ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in Spring 2025). Experience Required for the Position At least 3 years of successful teaching experience in public elementary, 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 and other constituencies. Associate professor credentials require an established scholarly agenda. Other Requirements for the Position Preferred Qualifications include: Familiarity with teacher education accreditation standards. Have a history of supervising field experiences and experience teaching a variety of content areas, such as science, social studies, math, or English Language Arts. Evidence of service to departmental, college, and university committees is essential, along with participation in professional organizations at both local and national or international levels. Demonstrate purposeful university outreach and the ability to foster productive relationships with local community members and organizations. A record of scholarly productivity and evidence of an emerging research agenda are required. Additionally, the candidate should have a demonstrated record of or potential for teaching excellence at the university level, including online and/or hybrid courses.Possess a strong working knowledge of academic research methodologies and the ability to build productive professional relationships with public schools, colleges, and local communities. Finally, experience teaching graduate-level coursework is essential. Special Instructions Summary Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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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