Position Title:Assistant Teaching Professor – Family & Consumer Education
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:
The Human Development and Family Studies in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Iowa State University seeks Assistant Teaching Professor applicants. Responsibilities include:
Teaching:
+ Provides professional academic services in Family & Consumer Education (FCEDS) and other departmental majors, works with students understanding their program progression and skill set development in the FCEDS program and other departmental majors, and teaches FCEDS courses.
+ Provides general support for the FCEDS program, including practicum placement logistics, stakeholder collaboration, student support, and alignment with licensure and program requirements.
Service:
+ Participates in student recruitment and retention events, supports departmental/college learning communities, committees, and advises student organizations.
+ Attends FCS Related Professional organizations to advocate for FCEDS, such as ACTE/IACTE, FCCLA, IFCSE, AAFCS/IaAAFCS
Appointment renewal is possible and will be determined by performance and department need.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
+ Master’s degree in FCS, Education, or a related field by Fall 2026
+ At least 5 years teaching to include 5-12 FCS experience
Preferred Qualifications:
+ At least 5 years FCS teaching experience in grades 5-12
+ Eligible to be licensed to teach Secondary Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) in Iowa
+ Experience with student academic guidance and support
+ Experience advising students in student organizations such as FCCLA
+ Instructional coaching/mentoring/supervision experience preferred
+ Post-secondary experience
+ Involvement in FCS professional associations
Department Unit/Website:
Human Development and Family Studies Department Website: https://hdfs.hs.iastate.edu/
College of Health and Human Sciences Website: https://hs.iastate.edu
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2026
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:May 15, 2027
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter3) Contact Information for Three References
For guaranteed consideration, please submit your application before March 1, 2026. Position is open until filled.If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: February 13, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R18634
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