Faculty Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (Tenure-Track)

Hastings College•Hastings, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Teacher Education at Hastings College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teacher Education and Director of Field Experiences. The start date is either January 6, 2027 or August 6, 2027. We seek an educator who is passionate about preparing future teachers through excellence in teaching, meaningful PK–12 partnerships, and innovative field-based experiences. This full-time, residential faculty position (teaching in-person and daily on campus) combines teaching with leadership of the department's clinical experiences and offers the opportunity to shape the preparation of highly effective educators. As home to one of the larger majors on campus, the Hastings College Teacher Education Department utilizes a highly successful, field-based model to prepare impactful, classroom-ready educators. The successful candidate will split their focus between teaching foundational pedagogy coursework for secondary education majors and serving as the Director of Field Experiences. In the Director role, this individual will serve as the primary bridge between Hastings College and our PK-12 school partners, orchestrating and overseeing the clinical placement pipeline. Depending on the applicant's expertise, there are additional opportunities to teach in areas such as special education, educational assessment, or technology integration.

Requirements

Earned doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Education or a closely related field; ABD candidates may be considered
Hold or have held teaching certification appropriate for secondary education.
Minimum of three years of successful secondary teaching experience in accredited PK-12 schools.
Exhibit potential for teaching excellence, knowledge of emerging trends in the field, and a working knowledge of how students learn.
Experience with or strong interest in clinical supervision and field-based teacher preparation.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to use educational technologies and data management systems to coordinate clinical experiences, communicate with stakeholders, and support program assessment.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Additional opportunities to teach in areas such as special education, educational assessment, or technology integration.

Responsibilities

Teach 24 credit hours annually, including secondary methods courses and foundational education courses based on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise. This includes 8 credit hours of course release for responsibilities as Director of Field Experiences.
Serve as the Director of Field Experiences for the teacher education program.
Oversee the logistical lifecycle of clinical experiences, including early field observations, practicums, and student teaching assignments across diverse settings.
Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with PK-12 schools and districts.
Recruit, assign, train, and support mentor teachers and college supervisors.
Ensure field experiences comply with Nebraska Department of Education requirements, department and institutional policies, and accreditation standards.
Maintain accurate records and reports related to field experiences and clinical practice.
Communicate effectively with teacher candidates, school partners, and faculty.
Serve as an academic advisor and mentor, supporting students’ professional growth from admission through recommendation for licensure.
Supervise and mentor teacher candidates during clinical placements, including observation, feedback, and evaluation.
Develop course syllabi and curriculum rooted in research-based methodologies and educational best practices.
Work in a professional, collegial, and team-oriented manner within the Teacher Education Department and campus community.
Maintaining compliance with policies and procedures within the Teacher Education Program.
Collaborate with departmental faculty to assess and continuously improve curriculum, clinical experiences, and program effectiveness through data-informed decision making.
Participate in departmental, institutional, and professional service consistent with faculty responsibilities.