250880-Assistant Professor TN, United States and 1 more Be the First to Apply Job Description Assistant Professor of History & Teacher Education Program CoordinatorJob SummaryThe Department of History at East Tennessee State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History who will also serve as Teacher Education Program Coordinator. We seek a scholar specializing in U.S. History with
a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, collaborative leadership, and program development. Successful candidates will be expected to balance an active research agenda, service assignments, and a 3/3 teaching load consisting of advanced undergraduate and master’s level courses in the candidate’s area of specialty in addition to survey courses in U.S. history. This position begins on August 15, 2026.If you
have any questions about the position, please contact Dr. Steven Nash at nashse@etsu.edu.ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in U.S. history, historical methods, and history education.Provide leadership and oversight of the History Teacher Education program, including curriculum development and assessment.Mentor teacher education candidates, including observing
student teaching in regional schools.Maintain an active research agenda in U.S. history.Engage in service at the departmental, college, and university levels.Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to support educator preparation initiatives.Required QualificationsPh.D. in History or a closely related field by the time of appointment.Evidence of scholarly potential in U.S. history (preference given to a scholar
whose research compliments an existing strength within the department).Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching and student advising or mentorship.Experience or strong interest in history teacher preparation or social studies education.Preferred QualificationsActive Tennessee state teaching license.Demonstrated ability to teach Tennessee history.Experience with program coordination, curriculum design, or
accreditation processes in teacher preparation.Prior teaching experience at the college level.Familiarity with state licensure requirements.BenefitsFor information on benefits please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/. Application InstructionsExempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to
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