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Assistant Teaching Professor - Secondary Education

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Assistant Teaching Professor in Secondary Education to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

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Salary Range $50,000 - $55,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

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The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track Instructor position to begin August 17, 2026 The College of Education, Department of Teaching and Learning, offers programs in professional education and teacher licensure in Inclusive Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education.We are seeking applicants with an in-depth knowledge of evidence-based practices in Secondary Education and content knowledge of best practices in Secondary Education. An applicant should have a strong interest in inclusion, innovation, and collaborative approaches to teacher education, especially school/university partnerships that leverage technology to enhance access.

This is an ongoing, 9-month position.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Teach four courses each semester (fall and spring), primarily at the undergraduate level
• Mentor and advise students
• Attend monthly department meetings, regular program meetings, and meetings with the Director of Teacher Education/Department Chair as needed
• Create highly engaging learning experiences related to course outcomes
• Gather and assess evidence of student learning in accordance with course expectations
• Use effective in person, distance, and/or online learning methods
• Respond to student learning needs in a timely manner
• Develop thorough syllabi and Canvas content OR follow the provided syllabus and Canvas content for the course
• Engage in continuous curriculum and program review and development
• Actively engage in authorization/accreditation processes
• Serve on department, college, and/or university committees
• Practice inclusive education and adult learning methods
• Orchestrate engaging distance learning experiences
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding critical and sensitive information, records, and reports
• Work in partnership with colleagues

• Reflect competence and a demonstrated commitment to all learners

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: July 12, 11:59 PM
• Potential first-round virtual interview dates: Week of July 13-17
• Potential final round virtual interview dates: Week of July 20-24
• Potential start date: August 17, 2026

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire:

• Earned Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Education, or closely related field is required

• Experience teaching in a Secondary Education classroom is required

• Expertise in STEM related content area is highly desirable

• Knowledge in Instructional Technology is highly desirable

• Field supervision experience in undergraduate/graduate secondary education teacher preparation program is highly desirable

• Experience leading online instruction is highly desirable

• A doctorate (EdD or PhD) in Curriculum and Instruction, Education, or closely related field is highly desirable

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.