Temporary Faculty Curriculum, Foundations, and Reading

Job Details

Temporary Faculty Curriculum, Foundations, and Reading

Job ID: 297516
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

Job Summary

The Department of Curriculum, Foundations, and Reading is now accepting applications for a pool of part time instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses for BSED programs or graduate courses for MAT, MEd, EdS, or EdD programs.
• Teach courses in one or more of the following areas based on qualifications:
  • Educational Psychology (EDUF)
  • Educational Research (EDUR)
  • Reading/Literacy Education (READ)
  • Social Foundations of Education (EDUC and EDUF)
• Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities:
  • EDUC: course needs are face-to-face
  • EDUF: course needs are either online or face-to-face
  • EDUR: course needs are online
  • READ: course needs are either online or face-to-face

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Earned master's degree in education (for courses at 2000-5000 level) or doctoral degree in education (for courses at 6000 level or above). Earned degree must be in Educational Psychology, Educational Research, Literacy Education, Reading, Social Foundations of Education, or a closely related field.
• Completion of at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in one of the following areas: Educational Psychology, Educational Research, Literacy Education, Reading, Social Foundations of Education, or a closely related field.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Willingness and ability to teach in the modality of assigned courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in higher education.
• Expertise in at least one or more of the following areas: assessment, human development, introductory statistics, learning theory, motivation, research methods, social foundations of education, or reading/literacy education.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae*;* and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 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 University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Interim Department Chair, Dr. Peggy Shannon-Baker at pshannonbaker@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.