Visiting Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor, Science Education

Visiting Teaching Instructor / Teaching Assistant Professor - Science Education

School of Teaching, Learning & Educational Science

August 2025

POSITION: The Science and Mathematics Education program, housed in the School of Teaching, Learning and Educational Sciences (STLES) in the College of Education and Human Sciences at Oklahoma State University is accepting applicants for a Visiting Teaching Instructor-Science Education position, to begin August 4, 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES:The Science and Mathematics Education (SMED) program prepares students to be leaders in both formal and informal education settings. The science education faculty participates in partnerships with schools in Oklahoma and participates in research grants and collaborations through the Center for Research on STEM Teaching and Learning (CRSTL), which offers a unique platform for research opportunities. Science education faculty teach undergraduate science education courses within the elementary education and secondary programs. In addition to offering undergraduate coursework through on-campus and online programs, the program offers graduate courses supporting Master of Science and Mathematics and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. This faculty member will join a group of science and mathematics education faculty who are active as researchers, instructors, and grant writers, and who are significantly involved in a variety of national organizations. The new faculty should show interest in the university's land grant mission and a desire to positively impact the community through service, extension, and outreach efforts.

Responsibilities for this faculty position include:

Teaching undergraduate elementary and secondary science education and graduate K-12 science education courses; and

Participating in committee service to the program, school, college, university, and community. The successful candidate will appreciate the University's land grant mission and embrace the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation, and the world through high-quality and integrated teaching. A strong commitment to collaboration and collegiality is highly valued. Faculty members work with others within the program, school, college, and community to enhance and expand existing strengths and increase the program's positive impact on education in the state of Oklahoma, the region, and the nation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

For the Teaching Instructor position: An earned Master's degree with an emphasis in Science Education, or related area by the start date for the position; OR

For the Teaching Assistant Professor position: An earned Ed.D. or Ph.D. degree with an emphasis in Science Education, or related area by the start date for the position;

Minimum of three years of successful full-time K-12 classroom teaching experience in U.S. public schools;

Evidence of, or potential for, effective undergraduate and graduate instruction in a broad range of science education topics; and

Evidence of collegiality and collaboration at both the higher education levels and with public school communities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience teaching and working with elementary and/or secondary preservice teachers;

Strong technology integration skills; and

Experience in teaching and learning in online learning environments.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: S alary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include comprehensive medical and retirement plans. Information on benefits can be found at

GENERAL INFORMATION: About the School: As an academic unit of the College of Education and Human Sciences at Oklahoma State University, the School of Teaching, Learning & Educational Sciences (STLES) has a diverse and dynamic mission with 42 faculty and four staff members across two campuses, Stillwater and Tulsa. The school prepares educators who lead in the global community and advocate for high-quality education for all. Students experience rural, suburban and urban educational settings and a low student-to-faculty ratio. Our graduates transform schools, people, and communities, helping children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Our faculty, staff, students, and graduates are dedicated professionals with a passion.

Centers: Center for Research on STEM Teaching and Learning (CRSTL), the OSU Writing Project, the Randall and Carol White Reading and Mathematics Center, and the School Psychology Clinic.

Academic Programs: STLES offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates in the main umbrella disciplines of elementary education, secondary education (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, and Art), special education, school psychology, and curriculum studies; approximately 500 undergraduate and 115 graduate students. Our programs produce leaders for industry, academic, and public school education positions through undergraduate and graduate programs, internships, and experiential learning activities. Research: The school's expert faculty conducts internationally- and nationally recognized research focused on content and field-specific teacher education, curriculum development, English learners, special education, school psychology, behavior and intervention, and working with educators, K-20 students, and schools. Instruction: The school's expert faculty provide high-quality instruction to promote student success. Our undergraduate programs offer service learning, internship, and practicum opportunities. The College of Education and Human Sciences includes 7 academic units, 172 faculty, and nearly 200 full-time staff. Additional information regarding the College of Education and Human Sciences may be found at .

Oklahoma State University, an R1 comprehensive land-grant institution with an enrollment of more than 25,000 students. The university offers 87 undergraduate majors, 84 Master's programs and 48 programs at the doctoral levels at campuses in Stillwater and Tulsa. Stillwater is a micropolitan community of approximately 49,000 people with high-quality amenities and a comparably low cost of living. Oklahoma City and Tulsa are within a 1-hour drive and cities such as Fayetteville, AR, Joplin, MO and Wichita, KS are within a comfortable 2-3-hour drive time of Stillwater. In addition to excellent healthcare, education (public and private primary and secondary schools), and recreational services, the community affords a rich variety of cultural activities typical of a major university environment, including museums, music, art, and theater. Providing a combination of larger city amenities with an airport and cultural life, while maintaining the charm of a smaller community with affordable housing and excellent schools, Stillwater is ranked one of America's safest cities. See for more information.

APPLICATION INFORMATION: The process of reviewing applications will begin May 19, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled (contingent upon available funding).

Search Chair: Dr. Jennifer Cribbs can be reached at to answer any applicant questions. To apply, please visit and submit the following: a letter of application, curriculum vita, statement of research interests (including current and future research pursuits), statement of teaching (including philosophy, practices, and experiences), transcripts, and the names and complete contact information (phone, email, physical mailing address) of three professional references. For assistance with your required materials, you may contact Lisa Baker, STLES Administrative Assistant, at .

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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