Assistant Professor, School of Education

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : 940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: POS-136
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Department: ASA-CAS-School of Education
Opening Date: 09/10/2025
Closing Date: Continuous


Job Description Summary
Job Description Summary
The primary responsibilities of this tenure-track position include teaching in the Primary Education and Primary Education Blended undergraduate programs. This faculty member should be trained in the science of reading/or state equivalent program and will be responsible for teaching reading courses. Graduate-level teaching is also expected. Other responsibilities of the position include supervision of student teachers in their clinical field placement, proactive and holistic advising of students, assisting with recruitment and retention initiatives, collaboration with university faculty, staff, and regional educational partners in PreK-12 education. The faculty member will be expected to contribute relevant educational research through publications/presentations at conferences, and applying for grants and other sponsored program activities. Preference will be given to applicants with experience, expertise, and/or interest in rural education. Preference will also be given to applicants with experience in public school settings.

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled. Initial review of applicants will take place on October 20, 2025. Only online applications are accepted.
Complete your application by clicking the Apply for this Job link above and including:

• Cover letter addressed to Dr. Gay Lynn Shipley, Assistant Dean & Director, School of Education, College of Arts & Sciences, specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted minimum requirements of the position;
• a CV;
• Academic transcripts from all higher education institutions attended (official transcripts will be requested prior to hiring);
• 1 to 2-page statement of teaching philosophy;
• In the Professional References section of your application, enter a minimum of three references who can confirm your experience and abilities to perform the responsibilities of this position. The References you provide will receive an email containing a unique link that allows them to upload your reference letter confidentially. Reference letters should be addressed to Dr. Gay Lynn Shipley, Assistant Dean & Director, School of Education, College of Arts & Sciences
• Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be required to present a teaching demonstration of their instructional abilities. Specific questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Gay Lynn Shipley, Assistant Dean & Director, School of Education, College of Arts & Sciences

Shawnee State University is the regional state university for South-Central Ohio. It is a primarily undergraduate, four-year public university with limited graduate degree programs. Enrollment is approximately 3,500 students. Shawnee State is located on the Ohio River in Portsmouth, Ohio - a small city nestled in a beautiful, rural area of Southern Ohio. Portsmouth is approximately an hour drive from Huntington, WV, and two hours from Columbus or Cincinnati, Ohio. Additional information about SSU is available at

SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.

Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual based on race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or military status.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
1. Earned doctorate (PhD/EdD) in Elementary or Middle Childhood Education (a doctorate in a related Education field with Elementary experience or Middle Childhood teaching experience may be considered (grades 4-9)
2. At least three (3) years full-time teaching experience in Elementary (grades PreK-8)
3. State licensure or eligibility to teach in public/private/charter schools in Elementary Education (grades preK-8)
4. Recent involvement in scholarly activities/research related to Elementary Education

Preferred Qualifications
1. Teaching experience related to inclusive education settings
2. Teaching experience related to literacy
3. Knowledge of current state and national standards influencing Elementary, Middle Childhood and Special Education, and the preparation of teachers
4. Undergraduate and/or graduate university-level teaching experience
5. Proven effectiveness in team building and collaboration in a university setting
6. Experience in working with student teachers and observation skills
7. Proven effectiveness in utilizing technology and assistive technology as an instructional tool
8. Experience with program accreditation
Shawnee State University offers a competitive starting salary (commensurate with overall qualifications) including an attractive benefits package. See Overview of Employee Benefits for more information. Some of our benefits include:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Winter Break in December
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Waiver
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans