Education ​/ Teaching Instructor, Elementary School

Position: Instructor I
Position Function:

The position is for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track instructor to teach online and/or face-to-face methods courses in math, science, and social studies in the elementary education teacher preparation program.

Salary Grade: UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile:

Please review our departmental website l.msstate.edu

Area of Specialization:

Elementary Education

Anticipated Appointment Date:

August 16, 2026

Tenure Track Status:

N/A

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Teach four undergraduate classes each semester in the Department of Teacher Education and Leadership.

* Advise elementary education majors.

* Participate in departmental activities as assigned.

* Demonstrate a high commitment to quality teaching.

* Work effectively with students and colleagues.

* Serve on departmental committees.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's degree in education with an emphasis in elementary education.

* Three years of teaching experience in grades K-6

* Technology skills required for online instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Knowledge of program requirements for educators.

* Teaching experience in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

* Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with a diverse group of individuals.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Traditional classroom/office environment.

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants must apply online jobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, current curriculum vitae or resume, and the complete contact information for at least three professional references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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