Requisition: 202500007F Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range: Commensurate with education and experience. Department: School of Teaching & Learning General Requirements: 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. Participation in professional organizations at local and national/international levels; Evidence of purposeful university outreach and foster productive relationships with local community members and organizations; Record of scholarly productivity and evidence of emerging research agenda; Demonstrated record of or potential for teaching excellence at the university level; Demonstrated record of or potential for teaching excellence online and/or hybrid courses; Strong working knowledge of academic research methodologies; and Ability to build productive professional relationships with public schools, colleges, and local communities. Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties: 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. Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position: 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. Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only): 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 (Faculty Positions Only): 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.