Assistant Professor, Education - IFO (AA28006)

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Working Title:

Assistant Professor, Education - IFO (AA28006)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

• $64,963.00 - $193,146.00
• Salary Range: Assistant Professor: $64,963.00 - $193,146.00

Salary Type: Depends on qualifications

Application Deadline : Review of applications will begin on November 25, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Position: Tenure-Track (Probationary* )

Job Description

The department of Teaching and Learning at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a probationary, Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2027. This position requires teaching and advising to support the undergraduate and graduate programs in teacher education. This position requires active engagement in scholarship, advising of master's thesis, continuing preparation, service to the University, community and discipline.

Job Duties

• •A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty-four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.
• •The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
• •May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned.
• •The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
• •This successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in elementary and secondary education.
• •All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement .
• •This position will advise majors in elementary and/or secondary education.
• •This position will supervise school-based field experiences and student teaching.
• •This position will teach elementary and/or secondary teacher preparation coursework in alignment with the requirements of the Professional Educators Licensing and Standards Board.

Minimum Qualifications

• •Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and to foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all.
• •Doctorate in education, curriculum and instruction, or closely related field completed by start of appointment.
• •Minimum of three years experience of experience as a teacher of record within a K-12 setting

Preferred Qualification

• •Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• •Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and presentation skills.
• •Extensive teaching experience in the discipline at the college or university level.
• •Experience supervising students in field placements .
• •Completed at least 18 hours of graduate level coursework in reading.
• •Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations.

Application Procedures:

A complete online application must include all required attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. Please note that, due to Workday system limitations, you may upload a maximum of five (5) attachments with your application. If you need to submit more than five attachments, please contact us directly and we will assist with uploading the additional documents on your behalf.

• •Cover Letter
• •Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• •Contact Information for three (3) references
• •Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
• •A brief (no more than one-page) response to the following: Provide a specific example from your professional or academic experience that demonstrates your ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds. In your response, describe the actions you took to foster an environment that was inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all. What was the outcome, and what did you learn from the experience?

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Amy Scheuermann and Karen Colum

328 Armstrong Hall

Mankato, MN 56001

Phone: 507-389-1516

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711

Email: amy.scheuermann@mnsu.edu ; karen.colum@mnsu.edu

Other Requirements

The University may be able to provide employment visa sponsorship for qualified candidates, subject to USCIS guidelines and eligibility requirements.

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.

* Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/ .

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

• Additional Information
• Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu .

*The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

About

The Department of Teaching and Learning in the College of Education offers both B.S. and M.S. degrees in teacher education. The department was created in 2026 as a merger between Elementary and Literacy Education and Kindergarten and Secondary Programs.

University Demographics

• Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
• · Enhancing access and student success.
• · Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
• · Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
• Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitabl