Assistant Professor, Education - IFO; AA

Institution:
Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification

Title:

State University Faculty

Union: 209:
Inter Faculty Organization

City:
Mankato

FLSA:
Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited

Academic Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $

Assistant Professor salary range: $64,963.00 - $

Salary Type:
Depends on qualifications

Final date to receive applications:
Review of applications will begin on November 25, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Position:
Tenure-Track (Probationary*)

The department of Teaching and Learning at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a probationary, Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2027. This position requires teaching and advising to support the undergraduate and graduate programs in teacher education. This position requires active engagement in scholarship, advising of master's thesis, continuing preparation, service to the University, community and discipline.

• A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty-four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.
• The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
• May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned.
• The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
• This successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in elementary and secondary education.
• All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement.
• This position will advise majors in elementary and/or secondary education.
• This position will supervise school-based field experiences and student teaching.
• This position will teach elementary and/or secondary teacher preparation coursework in alignment with the requirements of the Professional Educators Licensing and Standards Board.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and to foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all.
• Doctorate in education, curriculum and instruction, or closely related field completed by start of appointment.
• Minimum of three years experience of experience as a teacher of record within a K-12 setting.

• Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and presentation skills.
• Extensive teaching experience in the discipline at the college or university level.
• Experience supervising students in field placements.
• Completed at least 18 hours of graduate level coursework in reading.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations.

• The University may be able to provide employment visa sponsorship for qualified candidates, subject to USCIS guidelines and eligibility requirements.
• Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
• The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations.
  
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