Instructor of Elementary Education

bsu; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 2,600 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Ball State University seeks part-time semester contract faculty in the Department of Elementary Education to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, focusing on curriculum and instruction. These positions are for Spring 2026 with on-campus teaching and collaboration with local schools.

Applicants should hold a Master's or Doctorate in elementary education, and have at least three years of classroom teaching. University teaching experience and ability to work with diverse learners are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in elementary education from an accredited institution.
• At least three years elementary classroom teaching experience.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary education.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in elementary and literacy education.
• Teach online graduate courses in elementary education for Doctorate candidates.
• Partner with schools and community agencies as required.

Education

Master's degree in elementary education

Doctorate in elementary education

Job description

Position Title:

Instructor of Elementary Education

Compensation:

$3,000

Department:

Elementary Education - Temp

Start Date:

04/29/2026

About this opportunity:

The Department of Elementary Education is seeking part-time semester contract faculty members to teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses, whose strengths and experiences are in the areas of curriculum and instruction. Positions are available Spring 2026.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

The Department of Elementary Education at Ball State University is seeking elementary education part-time semester contract faculty members to teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses, whose strengths and experiences are in the areas of curriculum and instruction. Position is available Spring 2026.

Primary responsibilities for Master's degree candidates:

Primary responsibilities for Master's degree candidates include teaching undergraduate courses in elementary and literacy education, with the expectation of teaching courses on-campus, partnering with school and community agencies, and performing other duties assigned by the department chairperson.

Primary responsibilities for Doctorate degree candidates:

Primary responsibilities for Doctorate degree candidates include teaching online graduate courses in elementary and literacy education.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters or Doctorate in elementary education or related area from an accredited institution; at least three years elementary classroom teaching experience; knowledge of recent trends in elementary education.

Authorization to work in the U.S.:

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• University teaching experience; knowledge of working with diverse learners; experience partnering with schools and community agencies; doctorate in elementary education or related area from an accredited institution.

Applications will be held on file for one year from the posting date.

The screening and selection process is currently underway and will continue until successful candidates are chosen or the search is closed. Should a review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted using the contact information in your application.

Please contact Department Chairperson, Dr. Jackie Sydnor via email [e-mail] with questions.