Teacher Education Foundations Instructor - Community College Faculty

Ridgewater College•Hutchinson, KS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position offers the opportunity to teach foundational courses within our Elementary and Special Education Transfer Pathway, helping students build the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions needed to succeed in today’s diverse and evolving classrooms. In this role, you will engage future teachers in coursework that explores child growth and development, inclusive and culturally responsive practices, educational technology, literacy development, and the foundations of the profession. Through both online asynchronous instruction and limited in-person engagement (approximately one day per week on our Hutchinson or Willmar campuses), you will guide students in connecting theory to practice, supporting their development as reflective practitioners prepared to meet the needs of all learners. Courses in this pathway emphasize: Understanding the whole child—including cognitive, social-emotional, and developmental processes across varied learning contexts Creating inclusive and equitable learning environments that honor diverse backgrounds, identities, and abilities Applying evidence-based teaching practices in literacy, behavior support, and instructional design Supporting students with diverse and exceptional needs, including those receiving special education services Building strong partnerships with families and communities as essential contributors to student success This position is ideal for professionals with backgrounds in elementary or special education who are passionate about sharing their expertise, mentoring future educators, and contributing to the long-term strength of the teaching workforce.

Requirements

Master's degree with a major in education.
Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified teaching experience at the elementary or secondary level.
One year of teaching experience within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field (waived if two years of successful full-time postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years).
Online Employment Application
Resume
Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications
Unofficial copy of transcripts

Nice To Haves

Backgrounds in elementary or special education.
Passion for sharing expertise, mentoring future educators, and contributing to the teaching workforce.

Responsibilities

Teach foundational courses within the Elementary and Special Education Transfer Pathway.
Engage future teachers in coursework exploring child growth and development, inclusive and culturally responsive practices, educational technology, literacy development, and the foundations of the profession.
Guide students in connecting theory to practice through online asynchronous instruction and limited in-person engagement.
Support student development as reflective practitioners prepared to meet the needs of all learners.
Emphasize understanding the whole child, creating inclusive and equitable learning environments, applying evidence-based teaching practices, supporting students with diverse needs, and building strong partnerships with families and communities.