Assistant Professor Education

NMSU Conference Services; Grants (NM); On-site; USD 58,438 - 70,382; Full time

Job summary

NMSU Grants is seeking an Assistant Professor of Education to teach Early Childhood Education and Pathways courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.Responsibilities include developing engaging learning experiences and assessing outcomes to support student success.

The role emphasizes advising, curriculum development, and collaboration with K-12 partners, with a standard M-F schedule and a 9-month appointment. A master’s degree and relevant teaching experience are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the US K-12 Educational System and credentialing policies.
• Experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Strong computer skills, including LMS management and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Teach Early Childhood Education and Teach Pathways courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats, using effective instructional practices that support student learning and success.
• Develop, implement, and assess engaging learning experiences that promote achievement of course and program learning outcomes.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies, instructional technologies, and assessment methods to meet the needs of varied learners and foster critical thinking.
• Advise, mentor, and support students through academic planning, regular office hours, timely feedback, and referrals to appropriate campus resources.
• Contribute to program development through curriculum design, textbook selection, course revisions, and the creation of specialty offerings, including dual credit, accelerated, and non-credit courses.
• Participate in college governance, committee work, accreditation activities, and other institutional service responsibilities consistent with faculty expectations.
• Represent and promote the Education Program through collaboration with K-12 partners, community organizations, and NMSU system-wide and statewide initiatives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and perform other duties as assigned to support the mission, goals, and continuous improvement of the college.

Skills

Effective communication

LMS proficiency

Curriculum development

Student advising

Education

Master's degree in Education or Early Childhood

Master's in another discipline with 18 graduate hours in Education/Early Childhood/Educational Psychology

Three years of full-time teaching experience

Tools

CANVAS LMS

Job description

• Grants Community College, New Mexico, United States
• Faculty
• 9-Month Faculty Full-Time
• Closing at: Sep 20 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Department Contact: Janie Gutierrez, 505-287-6625, [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Position Details

Position Title: Assistant Professor Education

College/Division: GRCC Grants CC

Department: 950510-GRCC REG ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION

Location: Grants Community College

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 58,438-70,382

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach Early Childhood Education and Teach Pathways courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats, using effective instructional practices that support student learning and success.
• Develop, implement, and assess engaging learning experiences that promote achievement of course and program learning outcomes.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies, instructional technologies, and assessment methods to meet the needs of varied learners and foster critical thinking.
• Advise, mentor, and support students through academic planning, regular office hours, timely feedback, and referrals to appropriate campus resources.
• Contribute to program development through curriculum design, textbook selection, course revisions, and the creation of specialty offerings, including dual credit, accelerated, and non-credit courses.
• Participate in college governance, committee work, accreditation activities, and other institutional service responsibilities consistent with faculty expectations.
• Represent and promote the Education Program through collaboration with K-12 partners, community organizations, and NMSU system-wide and statewide initiatives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and perform other duties as assigned to support the mission, goals, and continuous improvement of the college.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of the US K-12 Educational System and local/national certification and credentialing policies and processes.
• Knowledge of and/or experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and student population.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in LMS management as well as Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Education or Early Childhood from a regionally accredited institution, or
• Master's degree in another discipline from a regionally-accredited institution and at least 18 graduate semester hours in Education, Early Childhood, or Educational Psychology.
• Three years of full-time teaching experience at any level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach in at least two areas of Education, Early Childhood Education, or Educational Psychology.
• Experience teaching at the community college level.
• Experience teaching in the Pre-k-12 environment.
• Level 3 New Mexico Teaching License
• A minimum of 18 graduate hours in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience teaching online using CANVAS learning management systems or similar LMS.
• Experience working with students from diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives - and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.

Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non- merit factor.

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