Careers at Virginia Tech

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) program in the School of Education at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice. The CTE program currently serves undergraduate and graduate students who earn degrees in education leading to grades 6-12 licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia Tech is the state's largest residential university, with more than 36,000 students. The more than 40 faculty colleagues in the School of Education currently offer 14 different graduate degrees to more than 600 students. Building on the university motto Ut Prosim (that I may serve) and Inclusive VT, the School is committed to serving in the spirit of diversity and equity.

Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in CTE on the Blacksburg campus. The position is a non-tenure-track, academic year (three courses per semester) appointment with possible opportunities for summer session employment. The start date is August 10, 2025.

Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the position require the assistant/associate professor of practice to offer courses in an area(s) of expertise and/or areas of program need. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, which may include professional seminars and supervision of preservice teachers in schools. Additional responsibilities include advising secondary CTE students, supervising the portfolio process, preparing accreditation and assessment reports, and other program responsibilities as needed. Service to the School of Education and the college is also expected. Although faculty members who are professors of practice may conduct research, there are no expectations for an extensive research program as is typical of tenure-track faculty appointments. There may be occasional travel to attend professional conferences. A criminal background check is required of all candidates recommended for employment.

● A doctorate in Career and Technical Education, Technology Education, Engineering Education, STEM Education, Agricultural Education, Industrial Technology, or other related doctoral degrees from an appropriately accredited institution at the time of appointment
● A minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience at the K-12 grade level at a U.S. school
● Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
● Demonstrated experience in and commitment to creating an inclusive educational environment that supports the learning of a diverse student body.

● Experience as a University Supervisor for field experiences at the undergraduate and/or graduate level(s)
● Record of scholarship, outreach, and service commensurate with rank
● Demonstrated skills in modeling technological content and workforce skills in their teaching practices
● Demonstrated success in building partnerships with industries, extension, and/or educational communities
● Record of teaching excellence at the post-secondary level
● Demonstrated ability to integrate current tools for teaching and problem-solving in the laboratory and field environment in CTE
● Demonstrated excellence in pedagogical content related to Work-Based Learning (WBL) and Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
● Experience in supervising, maintaining, and improving laboratory facilities

Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.vt.edu. Please read the instructions carefully. The online application includes the following documents:

1. A detailed cover letter describing the applicant’s qualifications for the position
2. A curriculum vitae
3. Names and contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin on November 11, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

For more information contact: Dr. Bradley Bowen, School of Education, bowenb@vt.edu.

Appointment Type

Restricted, 3 Year Appointment

Commensurate with experience

November 11, 2024, open until filled

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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