Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies

Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies

Compensation:

$54,000 - $59,000

Department:

Educational Studies

Start Date:

08/01/2027

About this opportunity:

The Department of Educational Studies welcomes applications for an
Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies. This is a
full-time non-tenure line faculty position for the academic year
2026-27.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Position Function:

The faculty member will teach online and on-campus courses for both
undergraduate and graduate students in Ball State’s secondary
education teacher. The courses will target secondary curriculum
concepts, educational foundations, and technology integration. The
faculty member will work effectively with various populations of
students and colleagues. As part of their role, the faculty member
will engage with members of the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for teaching methods courses at the undergraduate

and graduate levels in Educational Studies, with a focus on
secondary teacher preparation, curriculum, educational foundations,
and educational technology.

• Oversee practicum and student teaching supervisions.
• Provide program oversight and coordination.
• Conduct local, state, and national presentations.
• Knowledge of, and engagement in scholarship relevant to the

field.

• Participate in departmental, college, and/or university

committees

Minimum Qualifications:

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• Earned doctorate in curriculum and instruction, secondary

teacher education, or a closely related field.

• Relevant and successful teaching experience in secondary

schools with the ability for relating these experiences to
instruction for Middle and High School Teacher Education
majors.

• Has held a valid secondary teaching license.
• Facilitate graduate faculty studies within the department and

university.

• Ability to effectively teach and conduct academic duties in

both online and on-campus environments.

• Possesses knowledge and experience in working with various

student populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience teaching through both on-campus and online learning

course delivery methods.

• Experience with community engagement and/or service-based

learning.

• Experience working with teacher education platforms for

certification or licensing (i.e., edTPA, TK20, etc.).

• Evidence of scholarly activities (i.e., publications, research,

and grants) related to the field of teacher education, involving
curriculum, pedagogy, discipline-specific literacy, and technology
integration.

• Experience working with multicultural, international, and

diverse student

How to apply:

For inquiries about this opportunity, please contact: Dr.
Mike Steele, michael.steele@bsu.edu

Please follow upload instructions for attaching all required
supporting application documents listed below. Only complete
applications submitted through Workday, including the required
documents, will be considered.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the

position

• A current vita / résumé - Please do not use the Autofill

feature for resume

• Within the application, please provide contact information for

three professional references

The option to upload your transcript is available but is not
required at the time of application. Original, official transcripts
from the issuing institution reflecting the highest related earned
degree is required at the time of hire (even if your degree is
obtained at Ball State University).

The closing date for this position is: Monday, December 7,
12:01 a.m.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing
professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why
we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid
parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant
moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust
long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of
retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your
family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and
personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of
your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or
children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer
is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do
our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

We have developed a
calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.

Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and
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advantages of a university community with the accessibility and
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Through the City of Muncie’s
MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access
relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working
options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them
get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
• Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
• Access to the Ball State University Library
• One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
• Help desk for connecting to local resources
• Opportunity for board participation
• Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility
requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should
review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility,
available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community
partnerships aligns with Destination 2040:
Our Flight Path , the University’s strategic plan. The plan
calls our University to work with community partners to promote
talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East
Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of
the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through
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