Assistant Professor of History Education

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is advertising a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History Education in the Department of History and Philosophy, with a preferred start date of August 2027. This nine-month contract is based in Georgia, involving teaching methods in history education and supervising student teachers.

The position supports scholarship in history education, encourages external funding, and requires service to the college, university, and broader community, including K-12

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in History Education or closely related field required by hire.
• 3+ years of teaching experience at the secondary level (grades 6-12).
• Strong research/publication track record and potential for external funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in methods of history education and supervise student teachers.
• Teach world or US history surveys and related courses.
• Produce high-quality scholarship and pursue external funding.
• Serve department, college, university, and community, especially K-12 education.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research potential

Service orientation

Secondary education

Education

PhD in History Education or related

Master's in History or related field

18 graduate hours in History

Job description

Assistant Professor of History Education

Job ID: 304038

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one ofGeorgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of theUniversity System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, careeropportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity,collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employerof choice. As part of the UniversitySystem of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power andpromise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Inaddition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's corevalues of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw StateUniversity in our vision. For more information, visit Kennesaw State Universitywebsite.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The History and Philosophy Department prepares students foradaptable, fulfilling careers by teaching a core set oftransferable knowledge and skills through research, analyzing andassessing evidence, and articulating sound conclusions both orallyand in writing. Students learn about the larger world by studyingsocieties, cultures, and economies across a broad chronological andgeographical spectrum, which makes them better global citizens,problem solvers, and communicators.

With more than 400 full-time faculty and 8,100 degree-seekingstudents, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & SocialSciences is dedicated to pioneering workforce readiness in thehumanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Artsvalues and integrating practical knowledge and experientiallearning into our curriculum, we empower our students to becomeresponsible citizens ready for the demands of the modern workplace.The home of three schools and eight departments, the College offersmore than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in bothtraditional and interdisciplinary fields. These programs enablestudents to develop leadership, problem-solving, and criticalthinking skills, as well as a strong sense of civic engagement.

The College is committed to the success of our students,faculty, staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experiencehas prepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage ourstudents, partners, and stakeholders effectively.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for afull-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor ofHistory Education in the Department of History and Philosophy witha preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-monthcontracted position and is for work to be performed in the state ofGeorgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in methods of history education andsupervise student teachers in their field experiences, as well as teach world or US history surveys and/or courses in their area ofspecialization. Faculty are expected to teach courses of variablesize and modalities, including large class sizes, and on Kennesawand/or Marietta campuses.
• Produce and disseminate high-quality, meaningful scholarship inhistory, history education, or a closely related field.
• Pursue external funding to support research andscholarship.
• Serve the department, college, university, profession, and/or community, especially K-12 education.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOCFaculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• A doctoral degree, or the foreign equivalent, HistoryEducation, Social Studies Education, or a closely related field isrequired at the time of hire.
• Three (3) or more years of teaching experience at the secondarylevel (grades 6-12)
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research andscholarship within the discipline, such as, but not limited to,peer-reviewed publications, academic presentations, and externalfunding applications
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, mentorship,and promoting student success at the university level
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in service to thecollege, university, profession, and/or community

Preferred Qualifications

• An earned Ph.D. at the time of hire
• Five (5) or more years of experience teaching history/socialstudies at the secondary (grades 6-12) level
• A Master's Degree, or the foreign equivalent or at least 18graduate-level hours, in History or a closely related field, whichmeets SACSCOC requirements for teaching undergraduate courses inhistory
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching at the undergraduatelevel, in different modalities and different course sizes
• Evidence of a sustained research agenda in history, historyeducation, or a closely related field
• Experience applying for or working with extramural researchfunding
• Demonstrated interest in or experience with digitalhistory/humanities

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letteraddressing teaching experiences, research agenda, and approach tomentoring pre-service teachers.
3. UnofficialTranscripts for all graduate coursework (Official Transcripts andOfficial International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due UponHire)
4. Names, phonenumbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
5. Evidence ofTeaching Effectiveness may include lesson plans, assignmentinstructions, syllabi and other teaching materials; a summary of teaching evaluations and/or observation summaries and letters ofsupport, as appropriate to the candidate's experience. (Upload asAdditional Documents)
6. ScholarlyWriting Sample

Incomplete applications will not beconsidered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will beginimmediately. For full consideration, please apply by November8, 2026.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact NefertariYancie, [e-mail].

For technical support or assistance completing a job application,please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone]or [e-mail].

Forquestions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw StateUniversity, please contact the search chair listed under thecontact information section on each posting. For general questionsabout faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSUcommunity.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at EnglishBuilding, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgiabackground check policy, all final candidates will be required toconsent to a criminal background investigation. Finalcandidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history duringthe initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer ofemployment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will beimmediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to includeprofessional references as part of their application process.Some positions may require additional job based screenings such asmotor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screeningand/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf