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Teaching Fellow in the Professions of Education Department (Curriculum and Instruction)
Start Date: Fall 2026
Schreiner University invites applications for a Teaching Fellow in the Professions of Education beginning in Fall 2026. This full-time, non–tenure track position is ideal for emerging educators who are committed to high-quality undergraduate and/ or online graduate teaching and who wish to develop professionally within a supportive academic environment. The program offers 2–3 year fixed-term appointments with the opportunity to transition to tenure-track for talented educators. Consideration for transition to tenure-track is based on teaching performance, curriculum contributions, terminal degree requirements, and institutional needs. Fellows will carry a 30-credit hour annual teaching load and participate in a mandatory 4-week summer faculty development institute at the end of each academic year.
Teaching Fellows at Schreiner University:
- Teach undergraduate and/ or online graduate courses while receiving structured mentorship from senior faculty.
- Gain experience in course design, assessment, classroom management, and Canvas LMS.
- Participate in required summer professional This may include workshops on teaching strategies, curriculum development, and student engagement.
- Receive ongoing feedback through peer observations, teaching evaluations, and consultations.
- Build a professional teaching portfolio to support future academic or industry advancement.
- Contribute to departmental initiatives and program growth in Education.
Teaching & Academic Responsibilities
- Teach courses within the Professions of Education curriculum.
- Implement experiential learning strategies, including industry projects, event planning, case studies, and applied assignments.
- Create effective, inclusive, and engaging instructional materials aligned with program learning outcomes.
- Contribute to program assessment and curriculum improvements.
- Utilize Canvas and instructional technology to support student learning.
Student Mentoring & Advising
- Mentor and guide students pursuing careers in Education and Educational Leadership.
- Support students with professional development, including resume building, networking, graduate school interests, and internship preparation.
Professional Development & Institutional Engagement
Teaching Fellows are expected to:
- Participate in summer faculty development at the end of each academic year.
- Engage in ongoing professional development during each year of the fellowship.
- Stay current in Education, teaching strategies, student engagement and curriculum and instruction research.
- Collaborate with faculty on program initiatives, community partnerships, and/or student recruitment efforts.
Qualifications
Required:
- Doctoral degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated potential for strong undergraduate and online graduate teaching.
- Experience in teaching and curriculum development/ instructional coaching.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to student success and inclusive pedagogy.
- Commitment to professional development.
Preferred:
- Texas Teacher Certification or equivalent from another state.
- College-level teaching or teaching-assistant experience.
- Familiarity with Canvas LMS and high-impact teaching practices.
- Interest in contributing to program growth and student engagement activities.
Contract & Evaluation
- 2-3 year non-renewable contract unless transitioning to tenure-track, with performance reviews and opportunities for extension.
- 10-month contract, including summer institute
- Annual reviews based on student feedback, peer observations, and teaching portfolios.
- Active participation in university-wide teaching initiatives and mentoring
Schreiner University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, professional experiences, and academic paths.
