Instructor or Lecturer of Teacher Education – Generalist

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Institution The University of South Dakota

Working Title Instructor or Lecturer of Teacher Education – Generalist

Posting Number F01657P

Department USD-Curriculum & Instruction

Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion

Posting Text

Job Description: The Division of Teacher Residency and Education of the University of South Dakota’s School of Education invites applicants for an open Instructor or Lecturer of Teacher Education – Generalist position. The opening is a nine-month position that will serve our Vermillion and Sioux Falls campuses and includes the possibility of summer teaching for additional compensation. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate coursework across the curriculum in Teacher Education, including courses in areas such as early childhood education, literacy education, math education, social studies education, English as a second language, special education, and educational technology. Additional assignments may be made based on the professional and academic background of the applicant to complement the strengths of Division faculty and to address the needs of students in programs within the Division of Teacher Residency and Education, School of Education, and university community. Faculty members in both the instructor and lecturer ranks are expected to make contributions in teaching and service, including mentoring and advising students in and out of the classroom. Our teacher education programs are CAEP accredited and widely respected for preparing highly qualified and effective educators.

Qualifications: Applicants for the instructor rank must possess an earned masters, while applicants for the lecturer rank must possess an earned doctorate by August 22, 2025. Applicant degrees must be earned from an accredited institution in Curriculum & Instruction, or another closely related teacher education discipline (Literacy Education, Math Education, Educational Technology, Special Education, etc.). Applicants must show evidence of accomplishments or strong potential for success in teaching and professional service. Applicants must be able to teach courses in multiple curricular areas, including early childhood education, math education, social studies education, English as a second language, special education, and educational technology. Preference will be given to those applicants who (a) can teach courses in early childhood education, and (b) have at least three years of experience in PK-12 schools.

Application Procedure: Available online at yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Daniel Mourlam, Chair of Teacher Residency & Education: [email protected]. First review date May 12, 2025.

REQUIRED APPLICANT DOCUMENTS: Cover letter; Professional vitae; List and contact information for at least 3 professional references; Academic transcripts

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Date 04/10/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

First Consideration Date 05/12/2025

Advertised Salary Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

Duration of the Term 9 months

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Appointment Percent 100

Tenure Status Term

Proposed Rank Instructor Lecturer

Work Hours

Varies based on teaching schedule.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week At least 40 hours/week based on teaching schedule

Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA: The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive; liberal arts based state institution with an enrollment over 10,000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the School of Education, School of Business, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, College of Fine Arts, and the College of Arts and Sciences.

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION: The School of Education is organized into four basic Divisions: Teacher Residency & Education: Educational Leadership; Counseling and Psychology in Education; and Kinesiology & Sport Management. Graduate work is available through the doctorate in several program areas. The Education unit is accredited/approved by CAEP, the Counseling program is accredited by CACREP, and the School Psychology program is accredited by NASP.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Contact Information

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Daniel Mourlam, Chair of Teacher Residency & Education: [email protected].

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