Visiting Assistant Professor - Elementary Education

Job Summary

The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for a one-year, full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2026 with requirements to be physically present on the Hattiesburg and/or Gulf Coast campuses.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Teaching and mentoring students.
• Supervising elementary and special education clinical experiences.
• Demonstrating an understanding of cultural competence.
• Contributing to the mission of the school and profession through service activities.
• Collaborating with colleagues on program development and enhancement.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Elementary Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field (by August 2026).
• Two (2) or more years of full-time teaching experience with standards-based curriculum in a P-12 classroom.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with all groups of individuals in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with a diverse team in multiple settings.
• Experience with online learning platforms.
• Experience setting clear performance expectations and provision of meaningful feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

• An earned doctoral degree.
• Experience with literacy, mathematics, or special education.
• Experience leading others in implementing evidence-based instructional practices in P-12 settings (e.g., academic coach, district curriculum lead, professional learning community leader, or settings with students who have high incidence disabilities).
• Experience incorporating technology in instruction and assessment.
• Evidence of creating equitable and culturally-responsive education experiences.