Assistant Professor of Education

Friends University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Friends University in Wichita, KS invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Education starting August 2027. The ideal candidate has extensive elementary teaching experience and a strong background in assessment, reading literacy strategies, or willingness to learn.

Duties include teaching a minimum of four courses per semester, supervising student teachers, advising and mentoring students, and serving on committees. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• A doctorate or terminal degree in the discipline is strongly preferred.
• Candidates making progress toward a doctorate may receive consideration.
• At least three years of successful elementary teaching experience.
• A current state teaching license is required.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of four courses per semester.
• Supervise student teachers and field experiences.
• Advise and mentor students and participate in committee work.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional service.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Teaching experience

Strong written and verbal/oral comms

Education

Doctorate or terminal degree

Progress toward doctorate

Professional master's with credentials

Current state teaching license

Job description

Assistant Professor of Education
Friends University in Wichita, KS

Type: Full-Time
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 per year
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Teacher Education - Elementary; Teacher Education
Friends University invites applications for a full-time faculty member in the Division of Education for August 2027. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in teaching at the elementary level and must have a strong background in assessment, reading literacy strategies, or be willing to learn. This is a tenure-track, nine-month faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor and reports to the Chair of the Division of Education. Duties include teaching a minimum of 4 courses per semester, assuming responsibilities as Faculty Lead - Elementary, supervising student teachers and field experiences, advising and mentoring students, participating in departmental and institutional committee work, and service. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to and expertise in preparing preservice teachers for diverse urban, suburban, and rural settings and have advanced skills in teaching pedagogy and classroom management. Candidates should demonstrate evidence in their application of a passion for teaching and a desire to serve as mentors to preservice teachers both in and out of the classroom.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY & THE COMMUNITY

Friends University offers a complement of traditional undergraduate majors, non-traditional adult degree-completion programs, and professional graduate programs. Founded in 1898, the University is situated on a beautiful park-like campus in the heart of Wichita, Kansas. Wichita is a vibrant urban city with all the charms of a small town. Our great community offers something for everyone and is rich in arts, education, leisure, and commercial resources.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A doctorate or terminal degree in the discipline is strongly preferred.
• Candidates who are making demonstrable progress toward completion of a doctorate, or for those who hold a professional master's degree and possess additional discipline-specific credentials and/or significant professional experience relevant to their teaching responsibilities may receive consideration.
• At least three years successful teaching at the elementary school level.
• A current state teaching license.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to team and personal development.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with a commitment to student advising and mentoring.
• Commitment to Friends University's Christian mission and RISE values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference will be given to individuals who are academically or professionally qualified to teach both at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience.

This full-time position begins in August 2027.

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