Assistant Professor or Instructor of Education

Assistant Professor or Instructor of Education Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution Northern State University Working Title Assistant Professor or Instructor of Education Posting Number F01835P Department NSU-Education General Physical Location of Position (City) Aberdeen Posting Text Northern State University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Education in the Department of Teacher Education at the rank of Assistant Professor or Instructor. The successful candidate will teach face-to-face and online courses in a learner-centered environment and demonstrate the versatility to contribute across licensure areas. • Faculty at the Assistant Professor rank will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor graduate students, supervise undergraduate teacher candidates in field experiences, support undergraduate and graduate research, engage in scholarly activity consistent with tenure-track expectations, and provide service to the university, profession, and community. Faculty appointed at the Instructor rank will focus primarily on undergraduate teaching and supervision of teacher candidates in field experiences. Instructor responsibilities emphasize excellence in teaching and program support and do not include expectations for scholarly activity or university service. All faculty members are expected to collaborate with Pre K-12 partners and actively contribute to program development and departmental initiatives.

Qualifications:

An earned doctorate in education or a closely related field is preferred for appointment at the Assistant Professor rank; • ABD candidates who will complete their degree prior to the date of appointment will be considered. • Candidates with a master's degree in education and significant relevant experience may be considered for appointment at the Instructor rank. Preference will be given to individuals with recent Pre K-12 classroom experience. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching across a variety of grade levels and demonstrate effectiveness in integrating instructional technology into teaching and learning. Experience working with English learners is also highly valued. The successful applicant will possess the breadth and flexibility to teach a diverse range of undergraduate and, for tenure-track faculty, graduate education courses, contributing to program needs across licensure areas. Posting Date 02/25/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03/20/2026 Advertised Salary Depends on level of Education Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours 8-5 Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40 Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search

Department Description and Cultural Expectations Setting:

Northern State University is a premier regional institution that provides students with a transformative education. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by US News and World Report; the Northern Experience is unmatched—emphasizing quality, personalized attention, and accessibility with a low cost of attendance and the region's most generous, four-year, merit-based scholarship. Northern proudly offers nationally accredited academic programs in the Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Counseling, and Fine Arts. In 1901, Northern Normal and Industrial School opened, and for over 120 years, Northern State University has been preparing teachers to impact the world, and the Millicent Atkins School of Education has and will continue to distinguish itself as a leader in teacher education. All teacher education programs are fully accredited by CAEP and approved by the SD Board of Education Northern and the community of Aberdeen, South Dakota, partner to foster a safe, inviting and supportive community. The university enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing positive momentum with recent new buildings, renovations and projects including significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture, and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all. Contact Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.