"Instructor Elementary Education"

Job Details

Instructor Elementary Education
Job ID: 295663
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: 

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

With more than 29,500 students and 150 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the College of Education offers undergraduate and graduate programs to prepare students for work in public and private education, community agencies, and higher education. The Department of Elementary and Special Education is committed to preparing reflective educators who work collaboratively and effectively with various students in public schools, informed by current research. The Georgia Professional Standards Commission and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation accredit the College of Education. The individual hired in this position is expected to contribute to the college's goals of continued excellence and innovation in teaching.

Job Summary

Reporting to the department chair, the Non-Tenure Track Instructor of Elementary Education position requires a five-course workload in fall and spring semesters, with no research or service requirements. The position is an academic (10-month) non-tenure track appointment. The responsibilities of this position include supervision (practicums and clinical practice) at the undergraduate and graduate levels and teaching additional online and face-to-face courses in the department.

Required Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree (PhD or EdD) in Elementary Education, Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education by August 1, 2026.
• Minimum of three years of full-time teaching experience in U.S. public school settings, teaching students in grades P-5.
• Experience supervising pre-service teacher candidates and/or practicum students in P-5 field placements as a university or clinical supervisor (online/face-to-face).
• Ability and willingness to teach both online and face-to-face courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching face-to-face and online education courses at the university level.

Proposed Salary

 

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a cover letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae*;* copies of graduate transcripts; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three (3) professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support the University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins March 27, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Dr. Alesia Moldavan
amoldavan@georgiasouthern.edu
912-478-5204