Posting Details
Posting Details Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title AssistantAssociate Professor or AssistantAssociate Professor of Practice of Indian Education Posting Number F01812P Department USD-Educational Admin Physical Location of Position City Vermillion
Posting Text
The Division of Educational Leadership of the University of South Dakotas School of Education invites applicants for an open AssistantAssociate Professor of Indian Education tenure-track or AssistantAssociate Professor of Practice of Indian Education non-tenure-track position. This is an on-campus nine-month position with the possibility of summer teaching.
The successful candidate for this position will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate coursework in South Dakota Indian studies culture and education. The successful candidate should also possess knowledge related to the historical and contemporary life of Indigenous people from North America including the Dakota Lakota and Nakota Sioux Tribes as well as American Indian cultural dynamics history teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will also have knowledge of teaching methods context and materials to equip future educators to teach bi-culturally. Successful candidates should also possess a professional and academic background to complement the strengths of Division faculty and to address the needs of students in programs across the School of Education and university community.
Faculty members in the assistantassociate professor and assistantassociate professor of practice ranks are expected to make contributions in teaching research and service in addition to mentoring students in and out of the classroom.
Our educator preparation programs are CAEP accredited and widely respected for training highly competent well-prepared educators.
Qualifications
Applicants must be able to teach courses in South Dakota Indian studies culture and education. Preference will be given to those applicants who:
• have at least three years of experience in PK-12 schools • have had successful teaching experiences in collegeuniversity settings through face-to-face and online learning modalities • have the ability to create positive relationships with students • communicate a promising research agenda that contributes meaningfully to the work of the School of Education and • have experience forming and supporting partnerships with Native American communities schools and other organizations.
Applicants must possess an earned doctorate from an accredited institution in Native American Studies Educational Leadership Adult and Higher Education Curriculum and Instruction Education Studies or another closely related field by August 22, 2026.
Applicants must show evidence of accomplishments or strong potential for success in teaching research leading to publication and professional service.
SalaryCompensation
Salary is commensurate with qualifications however the minimum salary for this position is 60000 with the possibility of summer employment for additional compensation.
Application Procedure
Available online at yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Daniel Mourlam at daniel.mourlamusd.edu.
REQUIRED APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
Cover letter that includes the following information:
• Description of applicants interest in the position • Description of applicants qualifications for the position • Description of research program • Professional curriculum vitae • List and contact information for at least 3 professional references • Academic transcripts
Posting Date 02092026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03092026 Advertised Salary Minimum salary is 60000 commensurate with qualifications plus benefits Duration of the Term 9 months If Other describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Multiple Rank Work Hours Varies depending on teaching schedule Typical Hours Worked Per Week At least 40 hours/week based on teaching schedule Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External includes Internal If internal define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations
THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA
The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive liberal arts based state institution with an enrollment over 10000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the School of Education School of Business School of Law School of Medicine School of Health Sciences College of Fine Arts and the College of Arts and Sciences.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
The School of Education is organized into four basic Divisions Teacher Residency & Education Educational Leadership Counseling and Psychology in Education and Kinesiology & Sport Management. Graduate work is available through the doctorate in several program areas. The Education unit is accreditedapproved by CAEP CACREP and NASP.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives or race color creed religion sex ancestry disability national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
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Contact Information
Dr. Daniel Mourlam at daniel.mourlamusd.edu.
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