EDFN Lecturer

Job Summary

College:
Clemmer College of Education and Human Development

Department Name:
Educational Foundations and Special Education

Lecturer
- Educational Foundations

Full-time non-tenure track 9-month position, to be renewed annually contingent upon funding, available January 2026.

Essential

Job Duties:

teach an introductory education class required for all undergraduate pre-service teachers enrolled in the ETSU Clemmer College of Education and Human Development. The course is delivered through in-person and on-line formats. Key duties include preparing class lectures and activities, using various educational technologies, grading assignments, providing constructive feedback to students, a commitment to ongoing professional development in teaching and remaining current with best practices in teaching, keen awareness of educational research, policy, and trends in education, mentoring students, and participating in program and department activities.

Inquiries related to this position may be directed to Dr. Kimberly Hale iew of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Proficiency in using educational technology and online learning platforms

* Demonstrated knowledge of diverse learning,

* Demonstrates skill in addressing the needs of diverse groups and a strong appreciation for the unique circumstances of each learner.

Required Qualifications

* Minimum three (3) years of experience in teaching in a PK-12 public or private school setting,

* Master's degree in a relevant field of education such as Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology, Special Education, or Early Childhood Education.

* Valid/current elementary and/or secondary teacher licensure awarded by a State Department of Education,

Preferred Qualifications

* Doctorate degree in a relevant field of education such as Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology, Special Education, or Early Childhood Education.

* At minimum, 4-years of full-time teaching experience in either a public or private PK-12 school setting.

* At minimum, 1 semester of teaching experience at the community college or at a four-year higher education institution.

* Demonstrated record of best teaching practices as evidenced by teaching plans, narratives, and/or letters of support that include commentary about teaching practices.

* Active participation in appropriate professional organizations and/or learned societies.

* Documented evidence of collaborative experiences with other educational practitioners and/or interested citizens on a project of mutual interest.

Compensation & Benefits

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Application Instructions

* Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

* A cover letter addressed to the search committee addressing experiences with the essential job functions and required/preferred qualifications

* An up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.

* A personal philosophy of education that includes a personal statement of beliefs, values, and guiding principles addressing the purpose of education, how students learn best, and the role of the educator and the environment in the learning process.

* Names and contact information for 3 professional references.

* Unofficial transcripts from all higher education institutions

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond.

Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The

Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.