"EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION"

The College of Education and Social Services at the University of Vermont invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track position in Educational Foundations to teach multiple sections of the Catamount Core course EDFS 1010 Race and Racism beginning in Fall 2026, at the rank of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer.

We seek an outstanding educational foundations instructor in the area of race and education. Qualified candidates will have teaching experience in postsecondary settings, research work in the study of race and education, and will work primarily with undergraduate students. We are particularly interested in individuals with a justice-centered approach to pedagogy and doctoral research in the subject area of race and education.

The University

Established in 1791, the University of Vermont is consistently ranked as one of the top public universities in the United States. Our academic programs combine faculty-student relationships most often found in a small liberal arts college with the resources of a major research institution. UVM’s tradition of equity and social justice extends not only to faculty, staff, and students, but also is reflected in a commitment to environmentally sound and sustainable practices.

The College

The Mission of The College of Education and Social Services is to educate and prepare outstanding professionals in education, human services, and social work; engage in scholarship of high quality; and provide exemplary professional service to Vermont, the nation, and the world. We do this to contribute to a more humane and just society, free from oppression, that maximizes human potential and the quality of life for all individuals, families and communities.

The Department

The Department of Education is widely recognized for its rigorous academic research, high-quality student experience, innovative teaching practices, and collegial, inclusive work environment. We offer undergraduate and graduate programs in preK – 12 educator preparation, curriculum and instruction, special education, higher education and student affairs, educational leadership and policy studies, and interdisciplinary studies. In addition, we offer undergraduate minors in computer science education, cultural and linguistic diversity, special education, and coaching.

The Community

UVM is located in Burlington, Vermont, which is rated as one of the best small cities in the country. The greater Burlington area has an increasingly diverse population of about 125,000 and enjoys a panoramic setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Adirondack Mountains of New York State. The surrounding area provides an environment rich in cultural, civic, and recreational activities. Vermont has a deep history of social activism and political participation. It offers many opportunities for collaborative partnerships in community and state-wide human service and social change organizations in multiple fields of practice, including state agencies.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate at the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer level will assume a range of responsibilities that include:

• Teaching multiple sections of EDFS 1010 Race and Racism, a Catamount Core course open to all UVM students and taught in person;
• Working with other faculty to continue to refine the course with colleagues, as well as potentially contribute to other educational foundations courses;
• Collaborating with the Department of Education faculty and staff in departmental governance and service;
• Engaging in service activities at the college, university, regional, state, and national levels.

Qualifications:

Required:

• M.Ed. in educational studies with a focus on race or related field or equivalent;
• Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level; Commitment to inclusive excellence and UVM’s Our Common Ground principles; strong collegial, communication, and collaborative teamwork skills.

Preferred:

• Ed.D. or PhD in educational studies with a focus on race or related field or equivalent
• Minimum of three years of college-level teaching experience;
• Experience developing core undergraduate courses;
• Experience with large and small undergraduate courses

SALARY RANGE (9 Mo):

Lecturer: $58,500-$62,000
Senior Lecturer: $67,000-$70,000
Salary determinations based upon experience and qualifications.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin April 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. For more detailed information about us, visit our web pages Department of Education; the College of Education and Social Services’ website; and the University of Vermont’s website.

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through their teaching, service, research, scholarship, or creative arts.

Anticipated starting date is August 24, 2026. Please apply online at www.uvmjobs.com. Include 1) a cover letter specifically addressing how your qualifications meet position requirements; 2) a current curriculum vitae; 3) a separate 1 page statement on how you, as a faculty member in the department, would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground Values at UVM; and 4) the names and email addresses of three references who can be contacted for letters of support before a candidate is advanced to on-campus interviews in the search process. Candidates that advance to on-campus interviews will also be expected to provide evidence of excellence in teaching. For all applicants, employment is subject to a successful background check. For more information about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Cris Mayo at cris.mayo@uvm.edu.

*The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.*