Assistant Teaching Professor, Instructor- Elementary Education

Assistant Teaching Professor, Instructor
- Elementary Education

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor, Instructor
- Elementary Education.

Position Details Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi,

United States Division School of Education Position Type Faculty Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded No Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date July 31, 2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Stacy Reeves (Stacy.

Reeves). A completed application will include
1) a cover letter describing applicant strengths and qualifications for the position,
2) a CV,
3) contact information for three references,
4) a teaching statement, and
5) academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are necessary for hire). Application materials can be uploaded to the HR site found here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for two (2) full-time, non-tenure track, positions beginning August 2026 with requirements to be physically present on campus. One position is Assistant Teaching Professor, one is Instructor. We aim to recruit applicants who will emphasize training initial licensure candidates in elementary education to become technologically competent, culturally-responsive educators who have an impact on the learning of P-12 students.

The School of Education's Curriculum and Instruction and Elementary Education programs include Bachelors and Masters degrees and include face-to-face, online, and hybrid delivery formats. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the teaching mission of the School of Education at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

* Collaborating with colleagues on program development and enhancement of pre-service and in-service teacher education programs.

* Supervising elementary and/or special education practicum experiences and/or internships.

* Teaching and mentoring students across programs.

* Contributing to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.

* Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

For Instructor position:

Graduate degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary Education, or elementary education-focused degree such as content area teacher education (by August 2026).

Two (2) or more years of full-time licensed teaching experience with standards-based curriculum in an elementary general education classroom.

For Assistant Teaching Professor:

All of the above PLUS

Doctoral degree in same areas above, conferred by August 2026

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Demonstrated ability to deliver accurate, concise and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner to a diverse population.

* Experience setting clear performance expectations and provision of meaningful feedback.

* Experience and/or familiarity with technology use, particularly in the online learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in an instructional leadership role at the school or district level

Experience with teaching reading, mathematics, or inclusive practices in elementary settings.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

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