Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies

Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies

Compensation:

$54,000 - $59,000

Department:

Educational Studies

Start Date:

08/01/2027

About this opportunity:

The Department of Educational Studies welcomes applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies. This is a full-time non-tenure line faculty position for the academic year 2026-27.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Position Function:

The faculty member will teach online and on-campus courses for both undergraduate and graduate students in Ball State’s secondary education teacher. The courses will target secondary curriculum concepts, educational foundations, and technology integration. The faculty member will work effectively with various populations of students and colleagues. As part of their role, the faculty member will engage with members of the community.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for teaching methods courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in Educational Studies, with a focus on secondary teacher preparation, curriculum, educational foundations, and educational technology.
• Oversee practicum and student teaching supervisions.
• Provide program oversight and coordination.
• Conduct local, state, and national presentations.
• Knowledge of, and engagement in scholarship relevant to the field.
• Participate in departmental, college, and/or university committees

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• • Earned doctorate in curriculum and instruction, secondary teacher education, or a closely related field.
  • Relevant and successful teaching experience in secondary schools with the ability for relating these experiences to instruction for Middle and High School Teacher Education majors.
  • Has held a valid secondary teaching license.
  • Facilitate graduate faculty studies within the department and university.
  • Ability to effectively teach and conduct academic duties in both online and on-campus environments.
  • Possesses knowledge and experience in working with various student populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience teaching through both on-campus and online learning course delivery methods.
  • Experience with community engagement and/or service-based learning.
  • Experience working with teacher education platforms for certification or licensing (i.e., edTPA, TK20, etc.).
  • Evidence of scholarly activities (i.e., publications, research, and grants) related to the field of teacher education, involving curriculum, pedagogy, discipline-specific literacy, and technology integration.
  • Experience working with multicultural, international, and diverse student

 

How to apply:

For inquiries about this opportunity, please contact: Dr. Mike Steele, [email protected]

Please follow upload instructions for attaching all required supporting application documents listed below. Only complete applications submitted through Workday, including the required documents, will be considered.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
• A current vita / résumé - Please do not use the Autofill feature for resume
• Within the application, please provide contact information for three professional references

The option to upload your transcript is available but is not required at the time of application. Original, official transcripts from the issuing institution reflecting the highest related earned degree is required at the time of hire (even if your degree is obtained at Ball State University).

The closing date for this position is: Monday, December 7, 12:01 a.m.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

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Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

 

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.

Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation

• Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
• Access to the Ball State University Library
• One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
• Help desk for connecting to local resources
• Opportunity for board participation
• Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.