Dakota State University is accepting applications for a 9-month, instructor position in education. The position may include teaching courses in general education, reading pedagogy, language arts pedagogy, and special education. The start date of this position is Fall 2026.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in education or a related field.
- K-12 teaching experience
- Ability to teach undergraduate students.
- Effective written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Desired Qualifications:
- Teaching with technology.
- Documented expertise in the Science of Reading, such as LETRS trained, AIM Training, and/or leadership in implementation of Science of Reading aligned curriculum.
- Experience supporting or leading professional development in K-12 schools.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching undergraduate education courses primarily related to literacy education and the Science of Reading.
- Supporting the implementation of a pilot program that supports schools in developing and implementing a Science of Reading aligned literacy plan.
- Additional duties may include assisting with recruitment activities, supervising field experiences, and/or engaging in ongoing assessment.
Benefits
:- Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
- South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
- Paid sick leave and paid family leave.
- Reduced tuition for education.
- Professional liability coverage
Information about DSU:
Dakota State University is a special focus STEM university with an emphasis in computing information technologies and cyber security across all areas of human endeavor. Over the years, DSU has established its reputation as a distinguished regional and national leader in computer science and cybersecurity education and research. We embrace opportunities to provide our students, faculty, and future collaborators with the most innovative technologies and facilities, to produce transformative research and development, and create an outstanding base of faculty, students, and programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. levels. DSU holds three prestigious designations from the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as National Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense, Research, and Cyber Operations.
How to Apply:
To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The employment site will allow the attachment of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and contact information for at least three professional references.
For questions concerning the position, contact Alicia Entringer at alicia.entringer@dsu.edu.
Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.