Assistant Professor of Education

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Education

REPORTS TO: Chair of the Arts & Education Division

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Professor of Education is a full-time, tenure-track faculty member responsible for preparing undergraduate students for effective teaching in elementary education within a small, in-person liberal arts college environment. The position carries a standard teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester (approximately four courses) and emphasizes high-quality, student-centered instruction in methods courses. In addition to teaching, the faculty member actively advises education majors and contributes to the shared governance and academic life of the college through service and committee work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach undergraduate courses in elementary education methods, maintaining a 12 credit-hour teaching load each semester
• Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate, and inclusive instruction aligned with state and national teacher education standards
• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Advise and mentor undergraduate education students on academic progress, licensure requirements, and career pathways
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and college-wide faculty meetings and committees
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation-related activities
• Engage in professional development, scholarship, and service consistent with expectations for tenure and promotion
• Support the mission of a residential liberal arts college through active campus presence and collaboration with colleagues

EDUCATION:

Essential: Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university or Master's degree with NBCT

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: Minimum 5 years in K-12 teaching

Desirable: Higher Education experience; Background in Physical Education (potentially teaching PE methods)

WORK SCHEDULE: Normal workday is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM during the months of August through May. Hours outside the normal workday may be occasionally required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk or sit. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

SALARY RANGE: $50,000 - $52,000 annually

BENEFITS:

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of benefits, here https://www.eureka.edu/staff-faculty/human-resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

The committee plans to begin reviewing applicants mid January.