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Professor of Education jobs are open across universities, colleges, and K-12 teacher preparation programs, from assistant to full professor level, with specializations in curriculum design, educational leadership, and literacy instruction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD) seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice of Music Education, specializing in Music Education (K-12 General Music). This full-time, non-tenure-track position will contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education. This faculty position is dedicated to teaching two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar. In addition to these classes, other potential teaching responsibilities may include keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
This faculty member is expected to proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors; cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placements; place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching; develop and maintain record of refereed scholarly engagement within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort distribution; maintain and develop partner relationships with the CSU School of Education; Participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in general music education within the United States. Faculty rank and title are commensurate with degree status.
For full consideration, please apply by November, 30, 2026, 11:59 PM (MT) .
Work Unit Description:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Colorado State University empowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service, we elevate arts education .
The school offers degrees in music education, music therapy, performance, jazz studies, conducting, composition, theatrical performance, musical theatre, design and technology, including costumes, lighting, projections, set design, and sound, as well as the dance B.F.A.
https://smtd.colostate.edu/
Essential Job Duties:
Teaching (80%):
- This faculty position is dedicated to two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar.
- Other classes may include: keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
Research/Creative Activity (10%):
- Develop and maintain record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and/or state, regional, and national research/practitioner presentations within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort.
Service (10%):
- Cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placement.
- Proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors.
- Contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education.
- Place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching. Participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in string music education within the United States.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Background Check (required for all new hires).Supervision:
This position reports to the Chair of the department.Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned Doctorate in Music Education or ABD conferred no later than August 16, 2027, in the relevant discipline.
- Minimum of three + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- State Teaching Licensure in K-12 Music (or equivalent [e.g., 6-12 license in instrumental music is acceptable]; license may be currently lapsed but needs to have been active within the timeframe of your K-12 teaching as referenced by listing the state, title of license, and license number on your CV).
- Demonstrated record or the potential for peer-reviewed scholarly presentations and/or publications in known regional and/or national music education journals and a clearly defined line of inquiry is required. Interest in advocacy and regional/national leadership in music education and active involvement in national and/or international music education organizations required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Five + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate-level college students in music education is preferred.
- Demonstrated initiative as a self-starter and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team. Evidence of preparation and experience in one or more established approaches to elementary general music teaching (e.g. Orff, Kodály, Gordon Music Learning Theory, Dalcroze, Feierabend, etc.).
Application Instructions:
For full consideration, interested applicants must submit the following:
- Letter of interest/Cover letter (2-page maximum).
- Curriculum vitae , which should clearly detail your State Teaching Licensure number (where applicable) for K12 teaching positions, your research publication record, narrative regarding your research agenda, and evidence of advocacy and leadership.
- Unofficial transcript for highest degree conferred.
- Statement of teaching philosophy (1-page maximum).
Please Note: Semi-finalists will be asked to submit a 20–30-minute teaching video (can be of K-12 teaching, or teaching at the college level), a sample course syllabus for a preservice string techniques course, and names and contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
For questions, please contact the search chair, Tim Burns (Tim.Burns@colostate.edu).
Salary Range
$58,000 to $62,000Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy, TranscriptsEmployee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD) seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice of Music Education, specializing in Music Education (K-12 General Music). This full-time, non-tenure-track position will contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education. This faculty position is dedicated to teaching two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar. In addition to these classes, other potential teaching responsibilities may include keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
This faculty member is expected to proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors; cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placements; place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching; develop and maintain record of refereed scholarly engagement within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort distribution; maintain and develop partner relationships with the CSU School of Education; Participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in general music education within the United States. Faculty rank and title are commensurate with degree status.
For full consideration, please apply by November, 30, 2026, 11:59 PM (MT) .
Work Unit Description:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Colorado State University empowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service, we elevate arts education .
The school offers degrees in music education, music therapy, performance, jazz studies, conducting, composition, theatrical performance, musical theatre, design and technology, including costumes, lighting, projections, set design, and sound, as well as the dance B.F.A.
https://smtd.colostate.edu/
Essential Job Duties:
Teaching (80%):
- This faculty position is dedicated to two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar.
- Other classes may include: keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
Research/Creative Activity (10%):
- Develop and maintain record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and/or state, regional, and national research/practitioner presentations within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort.
Service (10%):
- Cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placement.
- Proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors.
- Contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education.
- Place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching. Participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in string music education within the United States.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Background Check (required for all new hires).Supervision:
This position reports to the Chair of the department.Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned Doctorate in Music Education or ABD conferred no later than August 16, 2027, in the relevant discipline.
- Minimum of three + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- State Teaching Licensure in K-12 Music (or equivalent [e.g., 6-12 license in instrumental music is acceptable]; license may be currently lapsed but needs to have been active within the timeframe of your K-12 teaching as referenced by listing the state, title of license, and license number on your CV).
- Demonstrated record or the potential for peer-reviewed scholarly presentations and/or publications in known regional and/or national music education journals and a clearly defined line of inquiry is required. Interest in advocacy and regional/national leadership in music education and active involvement in national and/or international music education organizations required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Five + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate-level college students in music education is preferred.
- Demonstrated initiative as a self-starter and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team. Evidence of preparation and experience in one or more established approaches to elementary general music teaching (e.g. Orff, Kodály, Gordon Music Learning Theory, Dalcroze, Feierabend, etc.).
Application Instructions:
For full consideration, interested applicants must submit the following:
- Letter of interest/Cover letter (2-page maximum).
- Curriculum vitae , which should clearly detail your State Teaching Licensure number (where applicable) for K12 teaching positions, your research publication record, narrative regarding your research agenda, and evidence of advocacy and leadership.
- Unofficial transcript for highest degree conferred.
- Statement of teaching philosophy (1-page maximum).
Please Note: Semi-finalists will be asked to submit a 20–30-minute teaching video (can be of K-12 teaching, or teaching at the college level), a sample course syllabus for a preservice string techniques course, and names and contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
For questions, please contact the search chair, Tim Burns (Tim.Burns@colostate.edu).
Salary Range
$58,000 to $62,000Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy, TranscriptsEmployee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professor of education jobs.
- Earned doctorate in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field
- Prior K-12 teaching experience in a relevant subject area or grade level
- Record of peer-reviewed scholarship, presentations, or funded research
- Experience supervising student teachers or coordinating field placement programs
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Familiarity with accreditation standards set by CAEP or relevant state education agencies
Tips for Your Professor of Education Job Search
Tailor your CV for each institution type
Research-focused universities weight publications and grant history heavily, while teaching-focused colleges prioritize classroom hours and course development. Read each job ad closely and reorder your CV sections to lead with what that specific institution values most.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists professor of education openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your specialization and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated postings.
Align your teaching philosophy to the program
Many professor of education positions require a teaching philosophy statement. Reference the department's specific approach, whether it is practice-based teacher preparation, social justice pedagogy, or evidence-based instruction, to show you understand their model and not just the field.
Demonstrate K-12 classroom experience clearly
Hiring committees for education faculty often include former K-12 practitioners who look for real classroom experience. Quantify your years of direct teaching and name the grade bands and subject areas so reviewers can assess fit at a glance.
Prepare a job talk that connects theory to practice
Finalists for professor of education roles typically present a job talk to faculty and students. Structure yours to show how your research directly informs pre-service or in-service teacher training, since that connection is what committees evaluate most carefully.
Negotiate startup funds alongside salary
Education faculty often have room to negotiate research startup funds, course release time, and conference travel budgets even when base salary is fixed. Identify which of these supports your research agenda before your offer conversation and ask for each one explicitly.
Professor of Education Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most professor of educations?
The most active employers for professor of educations right now are University of Virginia, University of Arkansas, and University of Alabama, and the most openings are in Virginia, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional public universities and community colleges with active teacher preparation programs tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many professor of education jobs are remote?
About 17% of professor of education openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting growth in online teacher preparation and graduate education programs. Instructional design, online curriculum development, and fully virtual EdD programs account for most of the remote-eligible roles, while tenure-track positions at traditional campuses remain predominantly on-site.
How do you become a professor of education?
Start by earning a doctorate in Education or a closely related field, with a dissertation that establishes a clear research focus. Gain K-12 classroom experience before or during your doctoral program, since most departments require it. Build a publication record and present at national conferences like AERA. Apply for faculty positions during the fall academic hiring cycle, which typically opens in September and runs through February.
Can you get hired as a professor of education with little experience?
Adjunct and visiting professor roles are accessible with a completed doctorate and some classroom teaching background, even without an extensive publication record. Focusing on teaching-intensive institutions, community colleges, or programs that need instructors for specific methods courses can open doors early in your career. Leveraging practitioner experience from K-12 settings as a differentiator helps when your academic publication record is still developing.
What does the professor of education interview process look like?
Most searches begin with a screening call or video interview with a faculty search committee, followed by a campus visit for finalists. The campus visit typically includes a job talk or teaching demonstration, one-on-one meetings with department faculty, a conversation with the department chair, and sometimes a session with current students or doctoral candidates. Some institutions also ask for a writing sample review or a curriculum development exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to professor of education jobs?
You can find and apply to professor of education jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges, universities, and education organizations across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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