Assistant or Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction

Job Title

Assistant or Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction

Agency

Texas A&M University - Victoria

Department

College of Education & Health Professions

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Victoria, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University-Victoria seeks up to six full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction, with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The position is located at the Victoria Campus.

Qualifications: The Department of Teacher Education at Texas A&M University-Victoria invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Curriculum and Instruction. We welcome applicants with expertise in the following areas of specialization:

· K-12 Mathematics Education (2 positions)

· K-12 Science Education (1 position)

· Literacy Studies (2 positions)

We seek an individual with an earned doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in one of the identified areas of specialization completed by December 2026. An ABD candidate may be considered, provided there is a clearly established completion date. They should also have evidence of strong teaching at the higher education level, and a minimum of three years of PK-12 classroom teaching experience in the content area. The successful candidate should possess a strong understanding of effective pedagogy across grade levels and a working knowledge of expectations for educator preparation and teacher certification.

Successful candidates will:

· Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Curriculum and Instruction and in both traditional and online formats in content area (4-course or equivalent teaching load in the fall and spring semesters);

· Teach and support methods courses serving candidates seeking EC-6, 4-8, and secondary content area certification, as appropriate;

· Support undergraduate teacher preparation and graduate programs in Curriculum and Instruction;

· Work collaboratively with faculty to strengthen candidates' content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, and effective use of evidence-based instructional practices;

· Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement;

· Maintain an appropriate scholarly agenda consistent with expectations for a tenure-track faculty appointment; and

· Contribute to the department, college, and university's mission through assigned service.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in university teaching in traditional and online environments and experience preparing teachers to provide effective instruction in diverse PK–12 settings.

Additional preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate:

· Knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for content area, knowledge of Texas Education Agency (TEA), and Texas educator certification standards;

· Experience with content area curriculum development, assessment, and data-informed instruction;

· Experience working with preservice and/or practicing teachers;

· Experience supporting teacher candidates preparing for Texas content area certification examinations;

· An understanding of the structures and needs of PK-12 schools and school systems; and

· A commitment to developing collaborative relationships with schools, districts, Education Service Centers, and other educational partners.

Values: Texas A & M-Victoria Values: Together We Rise

· Wisdom

· Excellence

· Respect

· Integrity

· Students

· Empathy

Setting: Texas A&M University-Victoria is the most recent addition to the Texas A&M University System. The University was founded in 1973 as part of the University of Houston System and was transferred to the Texas A&M University System during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. A&M-Victoria is the only four-year university in a 100-mile radius and is just 30 miles from the Texas Gulf Coast. The University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution located in the Coastal Bend region of Texas. It serves the educational needs, promotes economic well-being, and advances the community and region's quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence. The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and it offers more than 50 academic programs, as well as concentrations and certificates. The university also has several accreditations for specific areas and programs, including from the AACSB, ABET, CACREP and CCNE. In addition to its recent transition into The Texas A&M University System, A&M-Victoria is in the process of adding academic programs in three major areas: aviation, agribusiness, and engineering. In addition to academic excellence, A&M-Victoria has a thriving Athletics program that offers six competitive teams: baseball, softball, men’s and women’s soccer, and men’s and women’s golf. The Jaguars are part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, and the baseball, softball and soccer teams compete in the Red River Athletic Conference. The golf teams compete in the Association of Independent Institutions Conference. Learn more about Texas A&M University-Victoria's history, academic programs, and campus facilities here.

Application: Review of applications will begin Oct. 24, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a letter of application addressing qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and

contact information for three references. For more information regarding this position and to apply, visit TAMUV Jobs. If you have any questions related to the search, please contact Mary Lasater ([email protected]).

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.