Assistant Professor - Art Education

## Assistant Professor - Art Education##
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* Position Title:

** Assistant Professor - Art Education##
** Job Category:
** Faculty##
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* Employment Type:

** Regular##
** Job Profile:
** Assistant Professor##
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* Job Duties:

** The  at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking applicants for an academic year (9-month) tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with the start date of August 2026. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in Art Education. Come join a community of teachers/scholars committed to student success.

Applications received prior to the first review date will receive full consideration, and the search will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours.

The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline. In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) is a vibrant academic community bringing together the strengths of the liberal arts, innovative interdisciplinary programs, and the creative energy of the School of Visual and Performing Arts. The College actively supports the university’s General Education Program and offers a robust number of undergraduate degrees and three graduate programs. As a faculty member in CASSH, you will join colleagues embracing the teacher-scholar model and sharing a deep commitment to student success.

Our faculty see teaching and scholarship as connected, with research and creative work enhancing the classroom and mentoring experiences. CASSH prepares students for both meaningful careers as well as citizenship in 21st Century global society.

This position is affiliated with the School of Education (SOE), a leader in innovative, high-quality programs led by dedicated faculty and staff. As a fully accredited School, we partner with local, regional, and global educators to provide teacher candidates with rich, hands-on learning experiences that prepare them for exemplary professional practice.

We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and respectful environment where all students, faculty, and staff can thrive. Our programs emphasize inclusive teaching practices that support the success of every learner and foster a strong sense of belonging across our campus community.

The review of applications starts on
** January 16, 2026**. Applications received on or before
** January 16th
** are prioritized and review will continue until the position is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.##
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Job Responsibilities:

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** Department:
** Art##
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Doctorate in Art Education, MFA, or related degree. ABD will be considered. The degree must be earned by the end of the first academic year.
* Current or prior teaching license in K-12 Art.
* A minimum of three years of experience in the United States teaching K-12 Art.
* Evidence of studio practice or professional art experience.##
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Experience with the edTPA teacher performance assessment.
* Experience as a K-12 mentoring or cooperating teacher.
* Experience with advising at the college level.
* Experience with supervision of pre-service art education majors in the field.
* Experience teaching in higher education.##
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* How to Apply:

** Required application documents

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