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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title
Clinical Assistant Professor of Education (ECHE)

Requisition
202500037F

Rank
Clinical Assistant Professor

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College
College of Education

Department
School of Teaching & Learning

Open Date
04/08/2025

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Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Dr. Susan Harte

Title

Clinical Associate Professor | Search Committee Chair
Sam Houston State University
School of Teaching and Learning
Box 2119
Huntsville, Texas 77340-2119

Contact Phone
936-###-####

Contact Email
...@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

This full-time clinical, non-tenure-track (9 month) faculty member will teach 12 credit hours each Fall and Spring in Early Childhood Education. Teaching duties are performed on the main campus in Huntsville, at off-site teaching locations, and online. The faculty member will supervise or support field-based courses and curricula, and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students. Additionally, this faculty member will engage in service and/or leadership opportunities as part of their duties and participate in departmental, college, and university meetings and committees.

Educational Requirements for the Position

M.Ed. in Education, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or closely related field. Ph.D. or Ed.D. preferred. Candidates must have earned a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Early Childhood Education.

Experience Required for the Position

Must hold or be eligible for state public school teaching certification and/or have a minimum of three (3) years early childhood or elementary school teaching experience. Knowledge of standards research-based curriculum and instruction in early childhood education. Candidates should understand child development birth-age 8 and developmentally appropriate practices for young children in a variety of early care and educational settings.

Other Requirements for the Position

Preferred Qualifications include:

Experience teaching in the early years (PK-3). Experience working with field-based schools/care sites. Experience teaching adult learners in different modalities including face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses

Special Instructions Summary

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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