Job Description
Position Title:
Instructor of Social Studies EducationCompensation:
$3,000.00 per 3 hour courseDepartment:
History - TempStart Date:
08/07/2026About this opportunity:
The Ball State University Department of History is searching for a secondary social studies education instructor for the 2026-2027 school year. Our social studies teaching students are highly sought after for teaching positions after graduation.The candidate will start in August, work on the main campus, and duties include placing field experiences and supervising student teachers, teaching classes in middle and high school social studies education, and providing leadership in campus, community, and regional school relations.
The search is open immediately and will close when filled. An ABD or MA/MS candidate would be considered.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Description:
Teach secondary social studies education instructor courses.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include placing field experiences and supervising student teachers, teaching classes in middle and high school social studies education, and providing leadership in campus, community, and regional school relations.
Minimum Qualifications:
M.S. or M.A. in Social Studies Education by date of appointment, Teaching experience in public schools
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Social Studies Education, Teaching experience at college level
How to apply:
For inquiries, please contact: Our Main office at 765-285-8700
IMPORTANT: To ensure accurate processing of your application, do not rely on a resume upload to populate the job experience section. All work history must be entered directly into the application fields.
Cover Letter (Optional but preferred)
Vita
Three years of teaching evaluations (means and comments)
Please send vita, references, and three years of teaching evaluations (means and comments).
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