Coordinator of Student Teaching/Instructor

Posting Number:

20260058FAC

Job Title:

Coordinator of Student Teaching/Instructor

Number of Vacancies:

1

About Murray State:

Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits:

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment:

Regular Full-Time

Work Location:

Murray, KY

Employment Term:

12 Months

Position Type:

Faculty (Non-Tenure-Track)

Department:

Teacher Education Services

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Work with faculty and school districts to promote and foster partnerships for student teaching clinical placements and assist students with completing student teaching requirements. The selected candidate will coordinate and provide instruction for student teaching courses. The selected candidate must possess the ability to provide appropriate leadership to accomplish department and college goals in regard to student teaching clinical placements and partnerships with schools, commitment to promoting and integrating competencies in educational environments, and the ability to work in participatory and collaborative ways and to engage in deliberative problem-solving to make sound decisions. The selected candidate must be comfortable to engage in constructive conflict management and handle confidential information, have familiarity with schools and districts in the Murray State service region and surrounding counties, and possess knowledge of curriculum standards, accreditation policies, and effective supervision and mentoring practices. This position requires the knowledge and ability to work with technology and its applications for data collection, analysis, reporting, and presentation, as well as, for teaching, learning, and supervision, effective and professional oral and written communication, and excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask. Regional Travel is required.

Minimum Education Requirements:

A Master’s degree in Education or related field is required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

A minimum of seven (7) years of successful public-school teaching experience and current teacher certification are required. Familiarity with schools and districts in the Murray State service region.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

KY teaching certificate and Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) are preferred. P-12 school or district level leadership experience and/or experience working with teacher candidates and/or coaching beginning teachers are desirable.

Annual Salary:

$55,612 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)

Pay Plan:

Faculty II

Posting Date:

06/15/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Along with the application, the following items must be included:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by July 16, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.