Assistant Professor of Practice, Department of History

Assistant Professor of Practice, Department of History

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15252
Full/Part Time: Part Time

Position Information

Assistant Professor of Practice

The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and the Department of History invites applications for the Assistant Professor of Practice

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA)

UT San Antonio's College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA) is the university's most academically multifaceted college, playing a central role in the education of nearly every UT San Antonio student. Home to a broad spectrum of disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences, COLFA empowers students with the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in today's complex, global landscape.

With 10 distinct departments and schools offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, COLFA prepares students for careers in fields as varied as public service, education, media, the arts, and beyond. The college is also a hub of research and creative activity, where faculty and students contribute innovative scholarship and artistic works that engage with pressing societal issues and enrich scholarly engagement on an international scale.

In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, COLFA plays a vital role in the community-based and intellectual life of San Antonio and South Texas through public lectures, performances, exhibitions, and community partnerships.

For more information about the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, please visit https://colfa.utsa.edu

Department of History

The Department of History in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) consists of 30 tenure/tenure track and fixed-term-track faculty members and offers undergraduate degree in history and a M.A. in history. Our faculty and students have been recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally for excellence in both research and teaching.

Salary Range: $4,000 per course.

Job Type: Part Time

Position Summary

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the core curriculum, including U.S surveys and Introduction to World Civilizations. The instructor will prepare and deliver teaching material, learning activities and assess student performance. Must be available to teach in-person, although assignment can include hybrid and online modalities. This position will be provided with office space, a computer and a shared printer in the department office.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• The minimum qualifications for this position include a M.A. in history from an accredited institution and demonstrated excellence in teaching preparation.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching credentials and training that cover history pedagogies, experiential learning, curriculum development, and integrating technology into instruction are strongly preferred.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:

• A current curriculum vitae
• A teaching statement (one page limit)

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 4/21/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.