University of North Florida
Professor of Social Studies Education (Open Rank)
University of North Florida, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
General Description / Primary Purpose
The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum at the University of North Florida (UNF) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position in Social Studies Education at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor (Open Rank), beginning in August 2026 (or as negotiated). The department seeks a collaborative and reflective educator-scholar with deep knowledge of social studies content and pedagogy across P–12 settings, and understanding of high-quality teacher education programming. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to school–university partnerships, connecting theory, research, and practice in teacher preparation. The position will play an essential role in preparing teacher candidates to bring rich, rigorous, and relevant social studies learning to students in elementary and/or secondary settings. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with supervision and clinical practice to support candidates in applying coursework to authentic school environments. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in elementary and/or secondary social studies education, integrating strong content knowledge and effective pedagogy. Collaborate with school partners to strengthen school–university relationships and enhance clinical learning opportunities for teacher candidates. Collaborate with school and university-based teacher educators to build a local network of social studies teacher educators. Supervise teacher candidates during clinical field experiences, ensuring meaningful integration of theory, research, and classroom practice. Teach graduate-level courses in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, including master’s and doctoral seminars related to social studies education and teacher development. Contribute to the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of teacher preparation programs, emphasizing program coherence and quality. Advise and mentor graduate students, serving on thesis and dissertation committees. Maintain an active scholarly research agenda related to social studies education, curriculum and instruction, or teacher education. Potential for securing external funding related to social studies education. Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional communities. Participate in other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, Social Studies Education, or a closely related field. Demonstrated expertise in social studies content and pedagogy for P–12 levels. Experience supervising teacher candidates or mentoring novice educators in clinical settings. Evidence of or potential for a productive research agenda. Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching or mentoring graduate students in Teacher Education, Curriculum and Instruction or related fields. Experience designing, coordinating, or improving clinically based teacher preparation programs. Experience fostering strong school–university partnerships to enhance teacher candidate learning. Commitment to integrating theory, research, and practice within teacher preparation. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with schools to support teacher candidate development. Application Materials
Cover letter addressing qualifications, professional goals, and alignment with the position. Curriculum vitae. A statement of no longer than two double-spaced pages on how the candidates integrate teaching (including clinical work), research, and service. Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage. The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire. Additional Requirements
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions. Passport (all pages including blank pages) and Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation) Initial application review date: October 15, 2025. Job posting remains open until filled. How to Apply
Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents. For inquiries about this position, please contact Dr. Christian Winterbottom at c.winterbottom@unf.edu. About the Department
The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, through teaching, research, and public service, and its commitment to leadership and excellence, strives to enhance the quality of education in Florida, the nation, and the world. For more information about the department, visit UNF: Department of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum. Statement of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder is designated as a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX and must report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse to the University’s Title IX Administrator or divisional Title IX Coordinator. Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, applicants may be asked to provide additional information prior to interview or offer. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of the application. Additional documents may be required. Equal Opportunity
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. UNF does not discriminate or harass on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status, and does not retaliate against individuals who report discrimination or who participate in investigations. Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution, recognizing collaboration with community partners to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
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The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum at the University of North Florida (UNF) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position in Social Studies Education at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor (Open Rank), beginning in August 2026 (or as negotiated). The department seeks a collaborative and reflective educator-scholar with deep knowledge of social studies content and pedagogy across P–12 settings, and understanding of high-quality teacher education programming. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to school–university partnerships, connecting theory, research, and practice in teacher preparation. The position will play an essential role in preparing teacher candidates to bring rich, rigorous, and relevant social studies learning to students in elementary and/or secondary settings. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with supervision and clinical practice to support candidates in applying coursework to authentic school environments. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in elementary and/or secondary social studies education, integrating strong content knowledge and effective pedagogy. Collaborate with school partners to strengthen school–university relationships and enhance clinical learning opportunities for teacher candidates. Collaborate with school and university-based teacher educators to build a local network of social studies teacher educators. Supervise teacher candidates during clinical field experiences, ensuring meaningful integration of theory, research, and classroom practice. Teach graduate-level courses in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, including master’s and doctoral seminars related to social studies education and teacher development. Contribute to the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of teacher preparation programs, emphasizing program coherence and quality. Advise and mentor graduate students, serving on thesis and dissertation committees. Maintain an active scholarly research agenda related to social studies education, curriculum and instruction, or teacher education. Potential for securing external funding related to social studies education. Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional communities. Participate in other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, Social Studies Education, or a closely related field. Demonstrated expertise in social studies content and pedagogy for P–12 levels. Experience supervising teacher candidates or mentoring novice educators in clinical settings. Evidence of or potential for a productive research agenda. Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching or mentoring graduate students in Teacher Education, Curriculum and Instruction or related fields. Experience designing, coordinating, or improving clinically based teacher preparation programs. Experience fostering strong school–university partnerships to enhance teacher candidate learning. Commitment to integrating theory, research, and practice within teacher preparation. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with schools to support teacher candidate development. Application Materials
Cover letter addressing qualifications, professional goals, and alignment with the position. Curriculum vitae. A statement of no longer than two double-spaced pages on how the candidates integrate teaching (including clinical work), research, and service. Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage. The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire. Additional Requirements
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions. Passport (all pages including blank pages) and Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation) Initial application review date: October 15, 2025. Job posting remains open until filled. How to Apply
Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents. For inquiries about this position, please contact Dr. Christian Winterbottom at c.winterbottom@unf.edu. About the Department
The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum, through teaching, research, and public service, and its commitment to leadership and excellence, strives to enhance the quality of education in Florida, the nation, and the world. For more information about the department, visit UNF: Department of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum. Statement of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder is designated as a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX and must report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse to the University’s Title IX Administrator or divisional Title IX Coordinator. Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, applicants may be asked to provide additional information prior to interview or offer. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of the application. Additional documents may be required. Equal Opportunity
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. UNF does not discriminate or harass on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status, and does not retaliate against individuals who report discrimination or who participate in investigations. Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution, recognizing collaboration with community partners to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
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