"Assistant Professor of Education - IFO"

Job Description

The faculty member will teach courses in the School of Education at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses taught on campus, online, and/or learning community format. Duties also include student advising, contribution to student growth and development, participation in department and institutional activities, committee assignments, evaluation of student performance, scholarly activities, and service to the University and community. SMSU, in its commitment to meeting the service needs of the region, expects faculty to engage in regional service, education or study as part of their community service responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Education or related field; ABD considered
• Previous or current licensure and experience in Elementary Education
• Three years teaching experience in an E-12 school in Elementary Education
• Licensed or licensable to teach in the State of Minnesota
• Knowledge and experience in online instruction
• Demonstrated commitment or proven strategies for fostering a diverse and inclusive environment; demonstrated ability or proven strategies to teach and work with persons from diverse background.

Preferred Qualification

• Additional licensures: ESL, Reading, Special Education (ABS/categorical), Physical Education, and/or Health
• Experience with Teacher Performance Assessment
• Faculty experience in teacher preparation
• Experience in supervision of clinical experiences
• Faculty experience in graduate education
• Student-centered approach to education and commitment to helping grow the School of Education
• Demonstrated skills in collaboration, consensus building, and achieving mutual goals with colleagues
• An understanding of and appreciation for liberal education

Priority will be given to those who apply by 1/16/2026

Required Document to submit for consideration: Transcript, Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and Teaching Philosophy

Other Considerations: The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States by the first day of employment. The University will not give consideration for H-1B sponsorship. Employment or Visa sponsorship, other than H-1B status, must be pre-approved by the University prior to offer acceptance. Telework (Yes/No) No

About Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities.