Job Title Assistant Professor Tenure-Track - Educational Technology (Fort Worth) Agency Tarleton State University Department Educational Leadership & Technology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Fort Worth, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description The Department of Educational Leadership and Technology (https://www.tarleton.edu/edlt/) in the College of Education invites applications for an Assistant Professor Tenure-Track in Educational Technology. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to preparing transformative leaders in education. This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s Fort Worth campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion. Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution. Additionally, the person in this position is dedicated to the MEd in Educational Administration program and may have duties assigned to the EdD in Educational Leadership program. All courses associated with the MEd are delivered online. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : 60% Teaching and Service: + Teach 3 courses in each of the Fall and Spring terms. + Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to graduate students in the EDTC Leadership concentration of the MEd in Educational Administration program and the EdD in Educational Leadership, as well as support educational technology courses in Curriculum and Instruction. + Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc. + Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements. + Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning. + Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring. + Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities. + Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement. + Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies. + Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement. + Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty. 30% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity: + Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant’s academic discipline. + Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant’s discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition. + Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition. 10% Administrative: + Coordinate Educational Technology Leadership concentration in the MEd in Educational Administration program and Instructional Design and Technology concentration in the MEd in Curriculum and Instruction. Minimum Requirements: + Earned doctorate in Educational Technology or Educational Leadership with a concentration in Educational Technology, or a closely related field. + Experience designing and delivering courses/programs on online platforms such as Blackboard or Canvas. + Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Preferred Requirements: + Previous experience teaching at the K-12 and/or university level in public institutions. + Proven leadership experience in educational technology initiatives, and/or experience in designing and facilitating online and hybrid courses. + Preferred experience serving on or chairing dissertation committees. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner. ***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience*** Application Procedure: During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action. Employment applications must include (required): + Completed online application + Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications + Curriculum Vitae or Resume + At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information, and + Unofficial transcripts + Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service. + Philosophy Statement related to Teaching, and Research – no more than 1500 words. Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Proposed hire date is September 1, 2025. Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued. 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. Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference. Strategic Planning for the Next Decade - Tarleton Forward 2030 (https://web.tarleton.edu/tarletonforward/) All links will open to a new tab + Employee Services (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/index.html) + Benefits + University Leadership (https://web.tarleton.edu/president/) + Research and Economic Development + Traditions and History (https://www.tarleton.edu/traditions/index.html) Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .