Faculty - Tenure Track, Secondary and Special Education

Faculty - Tenure Track, Secondary and Special Education

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

FT Faculty

Job Number

FY2706575

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Secondary Education

Opening Date

09/25/2026

Closing Date

10/25/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Philosophy

Unofficial Transcript

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

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Position Announcement

The School of Education at Utah Valley University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position as a Secondary Education faculty member with expertise in disciplinary literacy, classroom management, educational technology, or assessment of teaching quality in the Secondary & Special Education Department. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of teacher education principles and practices as well as relevant K-12 teaching experience. This individual will teach undergraduate courses in secondary education and related subjects aligned with their expertise. The position will begin on August 1st, 2027.

UVU's School of Education prepares forward-thinking educators and leaders through innovative teaching, reflective teaching practice, cutting-edge research, ethical AI integration, and impactful partnerships with schools, communities, and industries. The School of Education seeks to build on a tradition of excellence in teacher and leader preparation while looking to the future. The School of Education currently offers undergraduate degrees in teacher education and graduate degrees in educational leadership, school counseling, applied behavior analysis, and graduate certificates and endorsements, as well as several other programs. These degrees help fill the growing demand for educator professionals across the state of Utah.

Utah Valley University is a comprehensive state institution of higher education with over 46,000 students and offers highly competitive benefits to faculty. UVU is located in Orem, Utah, near some of the premier outdoor activity areas in the country. Orem is on the western front of the Wasatch Mountains and offers access to numerous outdoor activities, including snow sports, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting. The UVU campus is served by a wonderful public transit system, including a rail line that runs along the entire Wasatch Front urban corridor. The UVU School of Education has strong ties with other universities and with professionals within and outside of Utah. UVU and the School of Education support students in engaged learning by offering many experiential learning opportunities.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Teach professional-level courses. Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary. Maintain a student-centered approach to education.

• Maintain and submit accurate, up-to-date reports and records related to student accountability and performance. Conference with students regarding coursework, field work, and academic endeavors. Mentors students in teacher performance assessments.

• Improve professionally and maintain currency in the courses taught. Participate in scholarly activities.

• Provide service to the college. Participate in the school accreditation process regarding key assignments, etc. Develop positive relationships with colleagues, public school teachers, administration, and other education stakeholders. Serve on committees and attend faculty and other meetings as assigned.

• Perform other job-related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in education or in a closely-related field (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled; degree must be in hand by position start date).
• At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

• At least two years of college/university teaching experience.
• Earned relevant professional license or credentials.
• Additional K-12 teaching experience.
• Experience supporting preservice teachers in a capstone project and/or student teaching supervision.

Documents Needed to Apply:

• Required:
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Graduate Transcripts

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated competence in Content Literacy, Classroom Management, Teacher Performance Assessments or Instructional Technology.
• Thorough knowledge of current research, instructional theory, methods, strategies, assessments, innovations, and techniques in pre-service teacher education, including clinical programming and teacher performance assessment.
• Knowledge of cultural competencies to work effectively with all students and colleagues.
• Knowledge of and willingness to uphold professional and ethical teaching standards.
• Knowledge of content and skills required to teach courses in Content Literacy and mentor students in teacher performance assessments to prospective teachers and graduate students.

Skills

• Skills in managing a productive teaching/learning environment.
• Skills in mentoring prospective teachers in performance teacher assessments.
• Skills in working collaboratively with students, university and school colleagues, and the community.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to relate well with students and colleagues.
• Effective human relations skills, including working with individuals from all backgrounds.

Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in an environment that values exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results.
• Ability to communicate and relate positively with colleagues, students, and 7-12 personnel.
• Ability to produce scholarly work.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.

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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position as outlined? • Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in education or in a closely-related field (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled; degree must be in hand by position start date). • At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
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• 8+

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

04

Please indicate your years of K-12 teaching experience in a public, charter, or private school setting:

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 - 7 years
• 8+ years

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Have you supervised student teachers, internship candidates, practicum experiences, or field-based teacher preparation assignments?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience mentoring preservice teachers through performance assessments, capstone projects, or licensure requirements?

• Yes
• No

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Have you participated in accreditation, assessment, curriculum review, or continuous improvement activities in a K-12 or higher education setting?

• Yes
• No

08

Describe your experience supporting preservice teachers through student teaching supervision, field experiences, teacher performance assessments, or capstone projects.

09

What professional licenses, endorsements, certifications, or credentials do you hold, and how have you maintained currency in your field through professional development, scholarship, research, presentations, publications, or related activities?

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Please describe your experience collaborating with educators, administrators, community partners, accreditation processes, committees, or other service activities that support educational programs and student success.

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu