Job Details

Faculty - Tenure Track, Secondary Education

Position Number: 6690132
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education - Secondary Education

Faculty - Tenure Track, Secondary Education

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2605123
Closing: 11/30/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The School of Education at Utah Valley University invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the Graduate Education Department, specializing in Secondary Education. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of teacher education principles and practices as well as several years of relevant K-12 teaching experience. This individual will primarily teach graduate courses in teacher education, K-12 Leadership, and/or other courses as deemed appropriate and per their training and experience. Successful applicants will be expected to obtain International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification within one year of hire if they are not already ISTE Certified, as part of our School of Education's commitment to innovation and excellence in digital teaching and learning. The position will begin on August 1st, 2026.

UVU's School of Education prepares forward-thinking educators and leaders through innovative teaching, reflective teaching practice, cutting-edge research, ethical AI integration, and impactful partnerships with schools, communities, and industries. The School of Education seeks to build on a tradition of excellence in teacher and leader preparation while looking to the future. Growing changes and global connectedness require individuals who are open to new platforms for teaching and learning. The Graduate Education Department within the School of Education currently offers graduate degrees in Secondary Education, K-12 Education Leadership, School Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis, Advancement in Teaching and Learning, Endorsement Plus, Higher Education Leadership, and other graduate certificates and endorsements. These degrees help fill the growing demand for educator professionals across the state of Utah.

Utah Valley University is a comprehensive state institution of higher education with over 46,000 students, and it offers highly competitive benefits to faculty. UVU, located in Orem, Utah, near some of the premier outdoor activity areas in the country. Orem is on the western front of the Wasatch Mountains and offers access to numerous outdoor activities, including snow sports, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting. The UVU campus is served by a wonderful public transit system, including a rail line that runs along the entire Wasatch Front urban corridor. The UVU School of Education has strong ties with other universities and with professionals within and outside of Utah. UVU and the School of Education support students in engaged learning by offering many experiential learning opportunities.

The application must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, and statement of teaching philosophy.

Summary of Responsibilities

Teaches a 4-4 course load consisting primarily of graduate classes, including courses in the Secondary MAT and K-12 Leadership programs.
Demonstrate flexibility in modalities and schedules that accommodate graduate students' availability and work commitments.
Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up. Establishes and maintains office hours. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Maintains currency in fields of expertise/research/pedagogy. Assists department chair, faculty, and staff in maintaining an effective program, including advisement and recruitment of students, curriculum development, program changes, etc. Serves on committees and attends meetings as assigned.
Conducts self in a professional manner.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctorate degree in a field closely related to the field of instruction (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled - degree must be in hand by position start date)
At least two years of relevant K-12 teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years of college/university teaching experience
Earned relevant professional license or credentials
Evidence of scholarly pursuits and potential
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification
K-12 leadership experience
Knowledge and experience in teaching courses on global and contemporary issues in education

Documents Needed to Apply
Required:

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Graduate Transcripts

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

Content required to teach relevant courses
Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques
Current in research, instructional theory, methods, strategies, assessments, technology, innovations, and techniques in preservice teacher education, including clinical programming and teacher performance assessment

Skills

Work collaboratively and effectively with students and community partners
Demonstrate excellence in teamwork by contributing to a high-performing, collaborative culture across the department, School of Education, and university in support of student and program achievement
Human relations skills, including working with all individuals, including multilingual students
Manage a productive teaching/learning environment
Support preservice teachers in performance assessments
Provide timely and effective feedback
Demonstrated research skills
Evidence of successful teaching, research productivity, service, and commitment to professional development

Abilities

Work effectively in an environment that values exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results
Utilize the university course management system (e.g., Canvas)
Create a welcoming and engaged student-centered environment
Communicate and relate positively with colleagues, students, and school personnel
Uphold professional and ethical teaching standards
Implement emergent technologies in teaching and research
Produce scholarly work
Engage with students and colleagues on critical professional issues and innovations
Serve on School of Education, university, and other professional committees

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5129227/faculty-tenure-track-secondary-education

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