Assistant Professor, Teacher Education

Position Summary

Bellevue University seeks a dedicated and collaborative Assistant Professor to join its Teacher Education program. This is a full-time, at-will faculty position with primary responsibilities in teaching, student engagement, and service to the program, university, and profession. The standard teaching load for this position is eight (8) courses per academic year, with additional expectations for service and participation in program development and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Instruction

• Teach undergraduate-level courses consistent with assigned workload (8 courses per academic year).
• Deliver instruction aligned with approved curriculum, and course objectives.
• Employ inclusive, evidence-informed, and engaging instructional strategies appropriate for teacher education.
• Integrate theory, research, policy, and practice across the curriculum.
• Assess student learning using established assignments, rubrics, and grading standards.
• Provide timely, constructive, and developmentally appropriate feedback to students.
• Maintain accurate academic records and meet all grading and reporting deadlines.
• Teach in online, hybrid, or on-ground formats, as determined by program needs.

Program and University Service

• Participation in program meetings, committees, and curriculum development initiatives.
• Contribution to program assessment, accreditation-related activities, and continuous quality improvement.
• Engagement in student advising, mentoring, and support as assigned.
• Participation in university service activities, including committees, task forces, or faculty governance.
• Collaboration with colleagues to support program growth, innovation, and mission alignment.

Professional Engagement

• Maintain professional competence and knowledge of current trends in teacher education and practice.
• Uphold Bellevue University policies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, scholarship, or practice-related activities consistent with the role.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Teacher Education is required.
• At least 3-5 years of teaching experience in the education field at the K-12 level.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interest in or experience with first-generation, first-year, and at-risk students is a plus.
• Experience in curriculum design is desired. A commitment to the development and delivery of online and/or hybrid courses is highly desirable.
• Effective communication skills, including verbal and written communication.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with fellow employees, the University community, and the public in general.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Education (EdD or PhD).
• Prior teaching experience teaching in a Teacher Education program
• Experience in areas aligned with program needs (elementary education, special education, ESL, and STEM)
• Prior field experience coordination
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or accreditation processes

Workload and Appointment Terms

• Full-time, at-will faculty appointment
• Teaching load of nine (8) courses per academic year
• Additional responsibilities include program, university, and professional service
• Workload distribution may vary by term based on program needs

Pay and Benefits

• The yearly salary for this role ranges from $65,000 - $80,000
• Bellevue University full-time faculty enjoy an excellent benefits package which include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) retirement and tuition remission.

Information Needed to Apply

• Cover letter addressing how qualifications match position requirements, with specific emphasis on field education experience and community connections
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of philosophy regarding social work field education
• Names and contact information for three professional references, including at least one from a community agency partner

NOTE: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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