Position Overview:

The Teacher Education Department of Misericordia University seeks a 10-month, tenure-track faculty member to join our department at the rank of assistant or associate professor beginning in August 2026. Misericordia Universitys Teacher Education Department offers a variety of programs in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Middle Level Education, Secondary Education, and at the graduate level. Existing PA teaching certification is required. Preferred candidates are those with certification and prior teaching experience in special education or graduate education (online); additional English as a Second Language (ESL) certification is most desired. Faculty members are expected to engage in the full range of teaching, research, service, and professional development activities. Misericordia is committed to student, faculty, and staff diversity and values the educational benefit this brings to campus. Candidates should indicate any experience and/or leadership that contributes to this goal.

The University seeks a candidate who holds a terminal degree (EdD or PhD) in Education or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates who have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence, engagement in peer-reviewed scholarship, and a commitment to upholding the Universitys mission. The candidate should have a desire to teach in both undergraduate and graduate education programs; prior experience in online course development and facilitation is most preferred.

Misericordia University, founded in 1924 by the Sisters of Mercy, is a Catholic institution located adjacent to the Pocono Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, approximately two hours from New York City and Philadelphia. The university's approach of combining a quality liberal arts education with professional preparation and service to others has resulted in its wide acclaim.

Required Qualifications:

Earned terminal degree in Education or a closely related fieldPA teacher certification, Special Education or ESL certificate preferredAt least 3 years of satisfactory teaching experience in a PK-12 public school settingExperience with online course development and facilitationAn established record of, or demonstrated potential for, scholarly productivityAbility to work collaboratively with colleagues within the department and across the UniversityDedicated teaching professional who is committed to continuous improvement and ongoing professional development

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with undergraduate teacher preparation and graduate teacher education/teacher professional developmentPA ESL certificate or experience with English LearnersAbility to advise and supervise a diverse student body in undergraduate, and graduate programsDemonstrated ability or potential to extend evidence-based instructional practices to educational systems Responsibilities, but are not limited to:

Teach courses (12 +12 load)Supervise practicum students and student teachersProvide academic advising for undergraduate and graduate education majorsContribute to program area, department, college, and university governanceQuestions can be directed to Colleen M. Duffy, EdD, Chair, Teacher Education Department cduffy@misericordia.edu . Submit materials online or to Leane Pace at lpace@misericordia.edu.