DEPARTMENT OF LEADERSHIP AND TEACHER EDUCATION
INSTRUCTOR, UTEACH SOUTH PROGRAM
NON-TENURE TRACK POSITION AVAILABLE AUGUST 15, 2025

THE DEPARTMENT OF LEADERSHIP AND TEACHER EDUCATION in the College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of South Alabama invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position within the UTeach South Program at the rank of Instructor. This appointment is a nine (9) month position beginning August 15, 2025.

UTeach South is an innovative, university-based teacher preparation program that prepares undergraduate STEM majors to become teachers in secondary school settings. UTeach graduates earn both a degree in their discipline and teaching certification.

RESPONSIBILITIES include teaching Step 1 (EDU 125) and Step 2 (EDU 126) courses in the College of Education and Professional Studies. Organize and coordinate field experiences in public schools for UTeach South students in all UTeach coursework. Supervise students throughout the UTeach South program in their field experiences and apprenticeship teaching. Serve on a number of committees related to UTeach South and teacher education. Organize and attend recruitment opportunities for UTeach South. Other duties and responsibilities may include helping students with lesson design; provide personal advice that builds student trust and strong connections to the program; assist with coursework in the UTeach minor; serve as a bridge between the UTeach South program and local public schools; write and administer grants; present at local, state, or national conferences; and assist with data collection for the UTeach Institute.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS include a Master’s degree and Class A Teacher Certification in a secondary science discipline (general science, biology, chemistry, or physics). A minimum of three (3) years teaching experience in a public-school setting.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS should email (1) a letter of interest to include a description of teaching experiences; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) the names, affiliation, and contact information for three references, and (4) copies of unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts to Ms. Carjetta Taylor, Assistant to the Dean, College of Education and Professional Studies at applyceps@southalabama.edu. Please include “UTeach Faculty Search” in the subject line.

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For full consideration, applicants must submit materials by June 30, 2025. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Christopher Parrish, Search Committee Chair at (251) 461-1941 or email at parrish@southalabama.edu

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.