Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor of Curriculum & Instruction
Quick overview
Responsibilities
include teaching a 4-4 course load, providing program service such as designing online courses and advising students, and participating in program development and innovation. The role also requires professional service, including building partnerships with teachers and administrators to support field-based teaching and learning.
Requirements summary
Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field, along with a minimum of three years of experience teaching in K-12 schools. Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. or Ed.D. and experience teaching in teacher education programs or mentoring K-12 teachers.
Job description
Job Requisition
- JR101431 Visiting Instructor/Assistant
- Professor of
- Curriculum &
- Instruction (Open)
- Job
- Posting
- Title: Visiting
- Instructor/Assistant
- Professor of
- Curriculum &
- Instruction
- Department: CC00182 WM001 | PROV |
- Education
- Operations
- Job
- Family:
- Faculty -
- Non-Tenure
- Track (Less than 12 months)
- Worker
- Sub-Type:
- Regular (benefited)
- Job
- Requisition
- Primary
- Location:
- William &
- Mary
- Primary
- Job
- Posting
- Location: William & Mary
Job Description
Summary: The William & Mary School of Education and Department of Curriculum and Instruction invite applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position as a Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction for a term-limited three-year appointment. The selected candidate will play a key role in teaching in our undergraduate and graduate teacher preparation programs. We seek candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to serving students from historically minoritized populations and who have expertise in culturally responsive pedagogies. The candidate should have expertise in at least one of the following areas: foundations of education, teacher leadership, special education, reading and literacy instruction, bilingual education, and/or curriculum and instructional design. The selected candidate will join a team of highly collaborative colleagues in K-12 Curriculum and Instruction. The department currently includes undergraduate and graduate programs in elementary and secondary education, special education, literacy leadership, gifted education, and English as a second language (ESL) & Bilingual Education. Responsibilities for this position include the following: (1) teach a 4-4 course load as assigned in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction; (2) provide program service, including designing online courses, advising students, and coaching in-service teachers (3) participate in program development and innovation for continuous programmatic improvement; (4) participate in and provide professional service to the program and department. This includes building partnerships with teachers and administrators to support field-based teaching and learning. Research and publication are not required, but opportunities for collaborative research are available and encouraged. Residential Requirement: Remote or hybrid work is not available. Review of application materials will begin April 10, 2026. For full consideration all materials must be received by the review date. Materials received after the review date will be considered if needed. Application materials should include: 1) A cover letter describing qualifications for the position, including academic preparation, evidence of teaching, experiences in K-12 school settings, and experience teaching adult learners. 2) A curriculum vitae. 3) A one-page statement detailing how your teaching can advance equity, inclusion, and social justice in teacher education, schools and/or communities. 4) The names and contact information for three professional references (The search committee will contact references directly for semi-finalists). Application materials should be addressed to the Chair, Dr. Lindy Johnson.
Job Description
Required Qualifications: A master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field. A minimum of three years of experience teaching in K-12 schools.
Preferred Qualifications
A Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field. Experience teaching courses in a teacher education program. Experience mentoring or coaching K-12 teachers. Experience in designing and teaching online courses. Additional
Job Description
Benefits Summary Statement William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program). Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php Job Profile: JP0515 - Assistant Professor (Less than 12 months) NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99 Qualifications: Compensation Grade: S99 Recruiting Start Date: 2026-03-02 Review Date: 2026-04-10 Position Restrictions: Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility. William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) are vibrant, innovative and engaged communities and we are delighted about your interest in a career with us.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Insurance
- Educational Assistance
- Professional Development
- Flexible Spending Accounts