Assistant Instructional Professor - Elementary Education

The Pittsburg State University Department of Teaching and Leadership is accepting applications for an Assistant Instructional Professor of Elementary Education.

• Teach undergraduate courses in elementary education with a focus in special education.
• Deliver course content in person on campus.
• Mentor students and support their academic and professional growth.
• Actively engage in professional organizations.
• Contribute service to the college and community.
• Foster student success and promote a positive learning environment.

• Required Education and Experience – Time of Hire:
  • Master’s degree or higher in special education.
  • Current licensure in special education.
  • Three or more years of successful PreK–12 special education teaching in an accredited school or equivalent setting.
  • Three years of experience with individuals with high- and/or low-incidence learning needs.
• Preferred
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  
  • One year college level teaching experience.
  • Three years elementary teaching experience (preK-6).

Candidate's must hold a Master’s degree in special education discipline or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

• Job Type: Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning, Renewable Annually
• Position
  
  Start Date:
  
  August 2026
• Salary: $52,000 annually
• Screening Services (Background Checks): employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; visa sponsorship will not be provided.
• Application documents required:
  Letter of Application, Curriculum Vita/Resume, and names and contact information of three references. Consolidate documents into a maximum of two for upload.

First consideration date:
April 20, 2026. Search Committee Chair:
Dr. Marcus Daczewitz (mdaczewitz).

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.