Assistant Professor of Teacher Education
The Department of Teacher Education at Hastings College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teacher Education and Director of Field Experiences beginning January 2027. We seek an educator who is passionate about preparing future teachers through excellence in teaching, meaningful PK–12 partnerships, and innovative field-based experiences. This full-time, residential faculty position (teaching in-person and daily on campus) combines teaching with leadership of the department’s clinical experiences and offers the opportunity to shape the preparation of highly effective educators.
The successful candidate will split their focus between teaching foundational pedagogy and literacy coursework for secondary education majors and serving as the Director of Field Experiences. In the Director role, this individual will serve as the primary bridge between Hastings College and our PK-12 school partners, orchestrating and overseeing the clinical placement pipeline. Depending on the applicant’s expertise, there are additional opportunities to teach in areas such as special education, educational assessment, or technology integration.
Grade
Post-SecondaryAdditional Information
Qualifications:
- Education – Earned doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Education or a closely related field; ABD candidates may be considered
- Certification – Hold or have held teaching certification appropriate for secondary education.
- Experience – Minimum of three years of successful secondary teaching experience in accredited PK-12 schools.
- Skills & Attributes:
- Exhibit potential for teaching excellence, knowledge of emerging trends in the field, and a working knowledge of how students learn.
- Experience with or strong interest in clinical supervision and field-based teacher preparation.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to use educational technologies and data management systems to coordinate clinical experiences, communicate with stakeholders, and support program assessment.
To receive full consideration, applications must include a letter of application describing qualifications and interest in the position, a Curriculum Vitae, and at least three professional references. Initial review of applications will begin September 1.
Contact Information
Hastings College710 N Turner Ave
Hastings, Nebraska 68901
https://www.hastings.edu/
Dr. Darci Karr
(p) (402) 461-7304
How to Apply
Please visit the Hastings College website for additional details and application information.