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Faculty Member, Teacher Education

Jacksonville State University’s College of Education and Professional Studies is seeking to hire a scholar for an instructor or assistant professor for Teacher Education.

The College of Education and Professional Studies at Jacksonville State University invites applications for the position of Instructor or Assistant Professor, Teacher Education. The faculty member will be expected to facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors that contribute to the develop of mature, able, and responsible members of society. This position exists to provide educational services to traditional and non-traditional students during the day or evening. Instructor may be required to teach courses within his/her concentration area on campus, off-campus, online, and/or using videoconferencing.

This position requires the following:

Instructor Level:

• Masters degree in Special Education or Elementary Mathematics Education related field

Assistant Professor Level:

• Doctorate in Special Education or Elementary Mathematics Education related field

Applicants should possess the following:

• Experience in teaching within one or both of the required fields in P-12 schools, with 6+ years preferrable.
• Documented success in working with diverse student groups.
• Experience teaching and supporting students within K-12 school settings.

Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter, resume or CV, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts to complete their application.

This position has an anticipated start date of August 17, 2026 or once hired.

About Jax State

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to almost 10,000 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.