Tarleton Today Instructor - Personal Finance
Stephenville
Thursday, 21 May 2026
10-month Appointment:100% Tarleton Today:Oversees the implementation of Tarleton Today through various systems and processes. Manages Tarleton Today curriculum in Canvas which encompasses being instructor of record as detailed in the teaching and service duties. Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements. Ensures the academic integrity of the university courseSupports the professional growth of high school teachers. Leads and facilitates regular virtual conferences throughout the school year. Meets with Tarleton Today staff to ensure fidelity of implementation. Summer Appointment involves training sessions focused on instructing educators in the implementation of the Tarleton Today curriculum. May need to travel for training events. Minimum Qualifications. Required Education and Experience:Earned masters degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university. Experience teaching in High School or Dual Credit courses. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction. Written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities. Ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner. Preferred Qualifications 5 or more years of teaching experience in public schools. Experience using Canvas or a comparable learning management system. Experience presenting professional development for educators. - - - Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience - - - Application Procedure:During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action. Employment applications must include (required):Completed online application. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications Curriculum Vitae or Resume. At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information. Unofficial transcripts. Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service. Philosophy Statement related to Teaching. Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2026 with intermittent training days during the Summer of 2026. Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.