Department of Career and Wellness Education - Temporary Faculty

Department of Career and Wellness Education - Temporary Faculty

Location

Indiana, PA - IUP Main Campus

Job Type

Full Time and Temporary

Job Number

02517

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Career & Wellness Education

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

8/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Reference Number

2026

• Description
• Benefits

Nestled in the scenic foothills of western Pennsylvania, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) offers more than a place to work-it offers a vibrant campus community where innovation, collaboration, and natural beauty come together. Our picturesque campus features tree-lined walkways, historic architecture, and welcoming green spaces that create an inspiring environment for learning, working, and connecting.

At IUP, employees are part of a supportive and engaged community dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Located in the charming college town of Indiana, Pennsylvania-just over an hour from Pittsburgh-our campus combines small-town warmth with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of a major metropolitan area.

Whether enjoying a walk across the Oak Grove, collaborating with colleagues in dynamic academic spaces, or engaging in the many cultural and community events hosted throughout the year, IUP offers an exceptional place to build a career and make a difference.

Position Summary & Description

The Career and Technical Center within the Department of Career and Wellness Education invites applications for a full-time, temporary, grant-funded faculty position at the rank of Instructor for the 2026-2027 academic year. The successful candidate will serve as a Field Resource Person, supporting career and technical education teacher preparation through instruction, mentoring, field supervision, and professional development activities.

This position provides professional development support throughout the IUP service region and will primarily serve either the West Central or Northern territory, based on program needs.

• West Central portion of the IUP territory could include the following:

• AW Beattie

• Beaver

• Butler

• Lawrence

• Mon Valley

• Parkway

• Pittsburgh Public

• Steel Center

• Western

• Northern portion of the IUP territory could include the following:

• Corry Area

• Crawford

• Erie HS

• Erie CTC

• Mercer

• Venango

• Warren

Duties:

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Teaching field-based, career and technical teacher certification coursework.
• Mentoring career and technical intern teachers predominately in the Central/South-West area of the IUP territory.
• Meeting with career and technical teacher interns at regional career and technical schools and high schools throughout the IUP service region as assigned.
• Observing and evaluating intern teacher performance using departmental observation instruments aligned with the Danielson model and career and technical teacher certification standards.
• Providing professional development in support of the Centers mission.
• Active participation in the department, college, university, and Career and Technical Education Community.
• Advising students regarding certification and coursework.
• Candidates will be assigned to perform work at off-campus sites and/or provide instruction through distance education.
• Daily travel to schools in the IUP service region of Western Pennsylvania will be required.
• Assignments to schools will be based upon enrollment.
• Candidates must be work eligible, communicate effectively, and perform well during the interview which may include a teaching demonstration.

Position Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors Degree plus 15 credits.
• Hold a valid secondary teaching credential in an approved career and technical education field.
• Candidates must also qualify for Act34, 114, and 151 clearances.

Preferred:

• Three years teaching experience in a Career & Technical field (i.e., Trade and Industrial Education, Agriculture, Home Economics Education, Technology Education, Health Occupations, Business Education, Marketing Education, etc.).
• Leadership experience strongly preferred.

IUP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants and employees with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process or to perform the essential functions of a position.

Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, consistent with the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact human-resources@iup.edu.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of earned degrees through the receipt of official transcripts, confirmation of work eligibility, and satisfactory completion of background checks.

For an overview of IUP benefit information available for APSCUF employees, please click on the link below:www.passhe.edu/inside/hr/syshr/benefit_highlights/sshe_highlights.pdf

Employer Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Address 1011 South Drive

Sutton Hall Room 360

Indiana, Pennsylvania, 15705

Phone 724-357-2431

Website http://www.iup.edu/employment