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40778BR

Extended Job Title:

Instructor in Teacher Education Dept - Part-Time (Summer FY25 ONLY)

Organization:

Texas Tech University

Position Description:

Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching and service, some variation by academic unit.

Requisition ID:

40778BR

Travel Required:

Up to 50%

Major/Essential Functions:

Teaches face-to-face and/or online undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Teacher Education Department of the College of Education.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Schedule Details:

Some field based instructors will observe students, so some travel will be required. Classes are conducted at various times throughout the day and evening.

Preferred Qualifications:

_In addition to these requirements, the following qualifications are also desirable:_

+ Experience teaching and/or working in a higher education institution

+ Demonstrated ability to teach effectively

+ Use of strong and positive communication skills within a professional setting, exhibit disposition for technology use, collaboration, and school-based initiatives

+ Administrative experience at the campus, district, or IHE level, and a commitment to earning a terminal degree at Texas Tech (if not already earned)

Department:

EDUC TechTeach TED

Job Type:

Part Time

Job Group:

Instructors

Salary Grade:

800

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Provide the following to support your application:

+ Resume - required

+ Cover Letter - required

+ Professional References - required

+ Other (not required but preferred)

+ Current Texas Teacher Certificate

+ Transcripts (official or unofficial)

Please contact [email protected] with questions.

**Job posting will close on 15-July-2025** .

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the College:

The College of Education at Texas Tech University is recognized as an emerging national leader in high-quality and innovative educator preparation. We are changing the way our future educators influence tomorrow's leaders with our innovative undergraduate and graduate programs. Working directly with school district partners statewide, community agencies, and other institutions of higher education, we prepare our graduates for the unique professional demands of the 21st century.

About the Department/School/Area:

The Department of Teacher Education in the College of Education at Texas Tech University is seeking a dynamic educator to serve as a full-time face-to-face lecturer in the innovative Tech Teach program. Tech Teach, is a district-based, undergraduate teacher preparation program designed to serve as a “talent pipeline” for partner districts. The program is clinically intensive, competency-based, and focused on measurably improving student achievement. Tech Teach will focus on the preparation and certification of undergraduate teacher candidates for inclusive teaching in K-12 classrooms.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Applications must be received by:

07/15/2025

Faculty Qualifications:

_Successful applicants for this position will have these qualifications and qualities:_

+ Master's degree in Education related field

+ Record of 3 years of successful teaching as the teacher of record in public schools

+ Current or recent state teaching certifications. (Texas preferred)

Duty Point:

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities