Faculty - Tenure Track, Secondary and Special Education

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the School of Education, Secondary & Special Education Department. The candidate will teach undergraduate courses in secondary education aligned with their expertise and contribute to teacher education practices and collaborations.

The appointment begins August 1, 2027. UVU emphasizes innovative teaching, reflective practice, ethical AI integration, and partnerships with schools and communities.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in education or closely related field (or ABD with defense scheduled; degree in hand by start date).
• At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.
• Two years of college/university teaching experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach professional-level courses. Prepare instructional materials (outlines, syllabi, exams).
• Maintain student-centered approach to education and accountability.
• Engage in scholarly activities and professional development.

Skills

Content Literacy

Classroom Management

Teacher Performance Assessments

Instructional Technology

Education

PhD in education or related field

ABD with defense scheduled and degree by start date

Job description

Faculty - Tenure Track, Secondary and SpecialEducation

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: FT Faculty

Job Number: FY2706575

Closing: 10/25/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Location: Main Campus - Orem

Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The School of Education at Utah Valley University invites applications for a full-time tenure-trackfaculty position as a Secondary Education facultymember with expertise in disciplinary literacy, classroommanagement, educational technology, or assessmentof teaching quality in the Secondary & SpecialEducation Department. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of teacher education principles andpractices as well as relevant K-12 teaching experience. Thisindividual will teach undergraduate courses in secondary educationand related subjects aligned with their expertise. The positionwill begin on August 1st, 2027.

UVU's School of Education preparesforward-thinking educators and leaders through innovative teaching,reflective teaching practice, cutting-edge research, ethical AIintegration, and impactful partnerships with schools, communities,and industries. The School of Education seeks to build on atradition of excellence in teacher and leader preparation whilelooking to the future. The School of Education currently offersundergraduate degrees in teacher education and graduate degrees ineducational leadership, school counseling, applied behavioranalysis, and graduate certificates and endorsements, as well asseveral other programs. These degrees help fill the growing demandfor educator professionals across the state of Utah.

Utah Valley University is a comprehensive state institution of higher education with over 46,000 students and offers highlycompetitive benefits to faculty. UVU is located in Orem, Utah, nearsome of the premier outdoor activity areas in the country. Orem ison the western front of the Wasatch Mountains and offers access tonumerous outdoor activities, including snow sports, hiking,mountain biking, and hunting. The UVU campus is served by awonderful public transit system, including a rail line that runsalong the entire Wasatch Front urban corridor. The UVU School of Education has strong ties with other universities and withprofessionals within and outside of Utah. UVU and the School ofEducation support students in engaged learning by offering manyexperiential learning opportunities.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Teach professional-level courses. Prepare instructionalmaterials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary.Maintain a student-centered approach to education.
• Maintain and submit accurate, up-to-date reports and recordsrelated to student accountability and performance. Conference withstudents regarding coursework, field work, and academic endeavors.Mentors students in teacher performance assessments.
• Improve professionally and maintain currency in the coursestaught. Participate in scholarly activities.
• Provide service to the college. Participate in the schoolaccreditation process regarding key assignments, etc. Developpositive relationships with colleagues, public school teachers,administration, and other education stakeholders. Serve oncommittees and attend faculty and other meetings asassigned.
• Perform other job-related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in education or in a closely-related field (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled; degree must be in hand by position start date).
• At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

• At least two years of college/university teaching experience.
• Earned relevant professional license or credentials.
• Additional K-12 teaching experience.
• Experience supporting preservice teachers in a capstone project and/or student teaching supervision.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Graduate Transcripts

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated competence in ContentLiteracy, Classroom Management, Teacher Performance Assessments orInstructional Technology.
• Thorough knowledge of current research, instructional theory,methods, strategies, assessments, innovations, and techniques inpre-service teacher education, including clinical programming andteacher performance assessment.
• Knowledge of cultural competencies to work effectively with allstudents and colleagues.
• Knowledge of and willingness to uphold professional and ethicalteaching standards.
• Knowledge of content and skills required to teach courses inContent Literacy and mentor students in teacher performanceassessments to prospective teachers and graduate students.

Skills

• Skills in managing a productive teaching/learningenvironment.
• Skills in mentoring prospective teachers in performance teacherassessments.
• Skills in working collaboratively with students, university andschool colleagues, and the community.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to relate well withstudents and colleagues.
• Effective human relations skills, including working withindividuals from all backgrounds.

Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in an environment that valuesexceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptionalresults.
• Ability to communicate and relate positively with colleagues,students, and 7-12 personnel.
• Ability to produce scholarly work.

EEO Statement

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant'squalifications and ability to perform the job without regard torace, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability,veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-relatedconditions, genetic information, or other bases protected byapplicable federal, state, or local law.