Assistant Professor of Instruction – Elementary Education

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Instruction in Elementary Education with focus on ESL and ECE. The role includes teaching four classes each semester and supervising field-based experiences for pre-service teachers in local schools.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in an education-related field, teaching certification, and at least three years PK-12 teaching experience, with current ESL/ECE/ELAR pedagogy knowledge.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an education-related field from an accredited university.
• Teacher certification is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in PK-12 schools is required.
• Evidence of current ESL/ECE/ELAR instruction knowledge and pedagogy is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach four classes per semester.
• Oversee field-based experiences for university students in local elementary schools and/or early childhood centers.

Skills

ESL instruction

ECE instruction

ELAR instruction

Field supervision

Education

Master’s degree in education

Teacher certification

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Instruction – Elementary Education

Position Title Assistant Professor of Instruction – Elementary Education

Job Posting Number

Job Posting Number 2027052APF

Job Location

Job Location San Marcos

College/Division

College/Division College of Education

Position Description

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction seeks to find the ideal candidate to serve as an Assistant Professor of Instruction in Elementary Education with a focus on English as a Second Language ( ESL ) and Early childhood education ( ECE ). The responsibilities for this position include teaching four classes per semester and overseeing field-based experiences for university students in a local elementary school and/or early childhood center.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an education-related field of study from an accredited university.
• Teacher certification.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in PK-12 schools.
• Evidence of being current in the field of ESL instruction, ECE instruction, ELAR instruction, teacher preparation, research-based best practices and pedagogies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in an education-related field of study from an accredited university.
• Experience supervising preservice teachers in field-based experiences in Texas.
• Experience teaching in higher education.
• Experience preparing teachers for ESL certification in Texas.
• Experience teaching in a bilingual or dual language classroom.

Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Type of Position

Type of Position Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 01/01/2027

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/16/2026

Review Date

Review Date 10/23/2026

Close Date

Close Date 10/23/2026

Open Until Filled? No

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact-advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master’s degree in an education-related field of study from an accredited university?
  • Yes, I have a master's degree in a related field
  • No
• * How many years of teaching experience do you have at the university level?
  • No prior teaching experience.
  • Less than 1
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years or more
• * Describe your prior teaching experience (if any) including experience teaching classes that are delivered face-to-face, online, or remotely. Include a list of all classes taught.

  (Open Ended Question)