Assistant Professor of Education, General Faculty (Curriculum & Instruction)

The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia seeks a talented educator in the area of curriculum and instruction for a position at the assistant professor level. This is an in-person, salaried, 9-month, tenure ineligible teaching track faculty position in the fully online, asynchronous Curriculum and Instruction Program in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction & Special Education.

The school is especially interested in applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: writing and presenting applied research in curriculum and instruction, assessment practices in educational contexts (primarily K-12), learning sciences, and creating welcoming environments for all learners. This position will involve teaching online, asynchronous courses for students in UVA's Curriculum and Instruction Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education Specialist (Ed.S.), and Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) programs. It will also involve advising C&I M.Ed. and Ed.D. students, evaluating program milestones, and supporting Ed.D. students in the design and conduct of practitioner research.

This faculty member will collaborate with program and department faculty to design and deliver graduate (primarily master's- and doctoral-level) online courses. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience collaborating with colleagues to develop course and/or curricular materials, as well as an effective advisor on program milestones.

Duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to teaching, advising, mentoring and participation in program, departmental and school meetings are to be conducted primarily on-Grounds and in-person at the University of Virginia.

Charlottesville is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is consistently listed among the top cities in the country in national rankings of the most desirable places to live. It brings together the best of many worlds, offering the livability and community of a small city with the amenities and cultural attractions (e.g., regular literary, film, musical, and theatrical festivals) of a metropolis. UVA assists faculty spouses and partners seeking employment in the Charlottesville area. To learn more please visit https://dualcareer.virginia.edu/. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction or a related field
• Experience teaching students in K-12 education contexts
• Evidence of effectively teaching online, asynchronous courses in applied research methods, assessment practices in education contexts (primarily K-12), and learning sciences

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Knowledge of digital technology including the use of Canvas (Learning Management System)
• Demonstrated experience in instructional supervision
• A strong record of collaboration with groups of students and faculty
• Evidence of effective advising and leadership within curriculum and instruction programs and collaboration across programs or departments (e.g., Applied Research Methods, degree-specific Area of Emphasis)
• Experience identifying, investigating, and addressing problems of practice in educational contexts

Application Instructions

Complete an application online and attach:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three references (References will not be contacted until after in-person interviews are conducted.)

The University of Virginia's Mission Statement affirms its enduring commitment to a vibrant and unique residential learning environment marked by the free and collegial exchange of ideas; unwavering support of a collaborative community bound together by distinctive foundational values of honor, integrity, trust, and respect; and universal dedication to excellence and affordable access.

As part of your application, please describe your potential contributions to any aspect of this mission. Please focus upon your work skills and experience. In doing so, you may choose to refer to your personal perspective, but the focus of our consideration is on your potential contributions through skills and experience, rather than personal opinions or beliefs. Review of applications will begin in early October 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment.

For questions about this position, please contact the search co-chairs, Anne Jewett (bar2h@virginia.edu) and Gail Lovette (gel2fe@virginia.edu). For questions about the application process, please contact Justine Weaver, Sr. Faculty Affairs Specialist, at jcw3sj@virginia.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu