"Instructor, School of Education"

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full-time, non-tenure track position

PRIMARY DUTY: The Instructor will teach, advise, and contribute service. This position will collaborate and assist in the facilitation and co-evaluation of teacher candidates in clinical field experiences, including with school partners and our on-campus laboratory school, Horace Mann/Leet Center.

AREAS OF NEED: The School of Education is seeking a reflective educator with a strong background in general Educator Preparation and PK-12 Education.

• Generalist in Education (priority-must have appropriate credentialing and degree attainment)
• In addition to PK-12 Education, experience and credentialing in these areas would be ideal, though not required:
  • PK-12 Teaching
  • Experience with/within Laboratory Schools

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide excellent, research-based instruction to undergraduate students.
2. Teach 12-13 undergraduate credit hours per trimester in an area of need (PK-12 Education courses in a variety of formats including online, face-to-face, and/or hybrid/blended, as well as teaching at different sites. Summer teaching (at additional pay) is expected.
3. Provide timely, constructive feedback to undergraduate students to help them monitor their progress and support learning.
4. Supervise students in clinical field experiences and practicums at various sites.
5. Participate in highly collaborative, professional learning activities with colleagues.
6. Build relationships with school and community members to promote enhanced involvement in educator preparation and support ongoing (and develop new) partnerships.
7. Exhibit skill in development and expansion of mutually co-beneficial PK-12-university partnerships to assist both entities.
8. Actively participate in department, college, and university initiatives to ensure quality programs and state and AAQEP national accreditation and overall excellence in the teacher education program.
9. Advise, recruit and retention of students at the undergraduate level.
10. Collaborate within School, and with department, college, university faculty and staff, educators in PK-12 environments, and area agencies.
11. Attend and participate in bi-annual School of Education Advisory Council Meetings.
12. Supervise, coach, mentor, and support teacher candidates in clinical practicum experiences while partnering with Leet Center Laboratory School faculty on program development and research.
13. Exhibit strong skills in educational technology (Zoom, Canvas, email, and others)
14. Assist with university and program accreditation (HLC, AAQEP, Missouri DESE, and/or other).
15. Perform other duties and tasks as required of all faculty in the School of Education.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s degree within education; At least 18 successfully completed graduate hours in a field of will be required by the start date

Certification/License: State-level teacher certification with ability to successfully transfer to Missouri; driver’s license

Experience: Successful experience in Early Childhood/Elementary/Middle School/K-12 and/or Secondary education in PK-12 education settings

Skills: Evidence of teaching skills; effective communication; collaboration skills with the ability to work well with others toward common goals; strong organizational skills; attentiveness to details

WORKING CONDITIONS: Collaborative team-based academic environment in a teacher education program at a regional, comprehensive University

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Will supervise teacher candidates and practicum students

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Interactive SMART Board, iPads, laptop computers, document cameras, email, and emerging technologies

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to complete essential classroom functions and lift up to 20 pounds

APPLICATION DEADLINE: The search committee will begin review of the applications immediately and the position will remain open until successfully filled

DATE AVAILABLE: August 2026

TO APPLY: Follow the steps of the online application process. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1121 or email ewilmes@nwmissouri.edu if more information is needed regarding the process.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: Cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three references should accompany your online application to be considered complete