Assistant Professor/Instructor of Education - Instructional Strategies (Part-time)

Assistant Professor/Instructor of Education

• Instructional Strategies (Part-time) Print Apply  Assistant Professor/Instructor of Education
• Instructional Strategies (Part-time) Location Georgetown, Texas 78626 Job Type Faculty
• Part Time, Exempt, Contract based Job Number 202600040 Division Academic Affairs Department Education Dept Opening Date 04/30/2026 Description Benefits

ABOUT US

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences. At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Department of Education at Southwestern University invites applications for a part-time Instructor to teach Instructional Strategies in Fall 2026. This field-based methods course prepares pre-service teachers for elementary and middle school teaching and requires candidates to incorporate experiences from practicum sites, including lesson planning and implementation, cooperative learning structures, assessment practices, and evidence-based instructional strategies. The course is part of the teacher preparation block and is taught concurrently with

EDU 40-734, EDU

40-744, and

EDU 40-700

Teaching for Social Justice Lab. Because this course is aligned with Georgetown ISD's public school start date, the instructor must be available to begin teaching before Southwestern's semester begins. The successful candidate will be able to teach instructional methods through the program themes of diversity, reflection, collaboration, and technology, and will be prepared to coach candidates through planning, teaching, and professional growth in a formative, constructive setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Elementary Education, Middle Grades Education, Teacher Education, or a closely related field. Ph.D./Ed.

D. in Curriculum & Instruction, Teacher Education, or related field preferred. Demonstrated success teaching instructional methods (lesson design, assessment, differentiation, classroom management, cooperative learning). Experience supervising or supporting field-based/practicum teaching and coaching candidates using observation and feedback. Familiarity with TEKS, instructional planning frameworks, and reflective practice in teacher preparation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

To apply, please submit: Cover letter Curriculum vitae Names and contact information for two references Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., evaluations or brief teaching philosophy) Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The salary for this one semester position is $4,200 for individuals with the terminal degree in-hand by August 1 (Part-time Assistant Professor) or $3,900 (Part-time Instructor) for individuals with the Master's degree in-hand by August 1, 2026. Plus, an additional $500 compensation for early start and in-school supervision. This is a non-benefited position. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer. Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.

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