Teaching Fellow of History
About The Position
Schreiner University, a fiercely independent liberal arts institution nestled in the scenic Texas Hill Country, invites applications for an Instructor of History, beginning August 2026. We seek a dynamic scholar who can balance excellence in undergraduate teaching with program development, and who will contribute meaningfully to the goals of the Department of History and Regional Studies. This position will be part of the teaching fellows program that seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and innovation. The program offers a 2-3 year fixed-term appointment with the possibility for promotion at the end of the term.
Requirements
- Master's degree or above in History completed.
- Be prepared to teach introductory surveys in U.S. History, Texas History, and World Civilizations.
- Skilled in teaching small, face-to-face classes and engaging first-year and first-generation college students.
- A commitment to mentoring undergraduate students and encouraging students to major in History is essential.
Nice To Haves
- Experience or interest in developing curricula and programming related to deliberative processes, such as Model United Nations
- Ability to lead a debate team.
Responsibilities
- Teach introductory surveys in U.S. History, Texas History, and World Civilizations.
- Teach 5 three-credit courses per semester, for a total of 30 credits hours of teaching during the academic year.
- Mentor undergraduate students and encouraging students to major in History
- Actively support the Department of History and Regional Studies through participation in recruitment and promotional events.
- Collaborate with the department chair to advance the academic and strategic goals of the department.
- Complete a mandatory, compensated 4-week summer faculty development institute at the end of each academic year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
