Clinical Assistant Professor in Teacher Education

Clinical Assistant Professor in Teacher Education

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

9903155

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

12/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9903155

Class Code:

UG80

Position Number:

9903155

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
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Job Responsibilities

Clinical Assistant Professor in Teacher Education Department: CED Teacher Education Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications. About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelors degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Advertised Job Summary The Department of Teacher Education at the University of South Carolina seeks applications for a 9-month professional track position in Teacher Education at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor anticipated to begin August 2027. Job Responsibilities: Responsibilities of the successful candidate include: (a) teaching undergraduate education courses; (b) delivering P-12 teacher core education and content coursework emphasizing content and pedagogy; ( c) connecting and developing relationships with local schools; and (d) supporting the service needs of the undergraduate initial licensure programs and graduate programs in the college, the Department of Teacher Education, and the College of Education.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Required Education and Experience Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field. Candidates must be able to: (a) demonstrate excellent teaching skills; (b) mentor doctoral students; ( c) maintain a continued record of professional development, which may include scholarly productivity; (d) incorporate innovative pedagogies related to school- and community-based learning; and (e) collaborate with a wide range of colleagues and students.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Three years of experience working with pre-adolescents/adolescents in P-12 settings and/or teacher education candidates in schools. Prior experience teaching undergraduate and graduate students is also preferred. Additionally, the following qualifications are preferred: (a) expertise in Language and Literacy, and (b) successful experiences in cultivating partnerships across a range of schools to advance undergraduate initial licensure programs in P-12 environments.

Additional Comments

Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant The College of Education application process is conducted through electronic communication. Required documents to upload to this posting are: (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) list of at least three professional references to include e-mail addresses and phone numbers, and (4) unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees (upload as one PDF document under tab for "other supporting documents"). Also note that official transcripts will be required for all finalists. For all Finalist: The online submission of at least three (3) letters of recommendation (on letterhead) will be required from the references listed on the application as provided by the candidate. Each reference listed will be prompted by an email notification regarding when to upload their letter of recommendation to our online system on behalf of the candidate. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be addressed to Jenny Powell, mailto:bwhit@sc.edu, Search Committee Chair. Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9903155 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. je-721d3766bf8845b0a57dda574fe7f9a5

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

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