Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) and Assistant Dean of the College of Education and Huma

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) and Assistant Dean of the College of Education and Human Development Employee Classification: Assoc Professor Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Education Department: DAL-Teacher Education & Admin-518200 Job Location: Dallas Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at Department Summary The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at UNT Dallas exists to prepare students for careers as educators and community leaders. Our programs develop professionals engaged in moving individuals, families, and communities forward. Faculty who join CEHD become part of a college that is purposeful in its mission and deliberate in its growth - one where teaching, scholarship, and leadership work together in direct service to the communities we serve. This position reflects that commitment: we seek a scholar and educator who will shape the next generation of mathematics teachers while also helping to lead the College that prepares them. The College of Education and Human Development offers an exciting opportunity for an accomplished educator-scholar and academic leader to contribute to the continued growth and excellence of educator preparation programs at UNT Dallas Position Overview UNT Dallas is bridging the gap between education and workforce readiness through our innovative Classroom to Career initiative. This initiative integrates experiential learning - such as internships, service learning, and project-based collaborations with industry partners - into every student's academic journey. By emphasizing high-impact practices, we prepare students with both disciplinary expertise and the essential skills employers value most: communication, adaptability, teamwork, and leadership. Our graduates don't just earn degrees; they launch purposeful, career-ready futures. We seek faculty across all disciplines who are eager to actively contribute to this transformative, campus-wide initiative. The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Math Education in the College of Education and Human Development, beginning Spring 2027. UNT Dallas offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a learner-focused, urban, comprehensive university committed to student success and community engagement. This is a nine-month tenure-track faculty appointment with the opportunity to serve in an administrative leadership role as Assistant Dean within the College of Education and Human Development, supporting the Dean in advancing the College's mission through strategic planning, academic administration, and faculty and student support. This academic leadership appointment is for an eleven-month term. The standard faculty teaching load in the College is four (4) courses per semester; the Assistant Dean assignment includes two (2) courses of reassigned time per semester, along with additional administrative compensation, in accordance with university payroll procedures. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or Ed.D. in mathematics education, mathematics, curriculum and instruction with a mathematics emphasis, or a closely related field. Demonstrated teaching excellence in undergraduate mathematics content and/or mathematics methods instruction, including courses required for teacher certification. Evidence of an active, established research agenda in mathematics education or a related area. Documented experience working effectively with all student populations. Evidence of student-centered instruction and effective collaboration within a program or department. Evidence of experience in higher education administration. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Mathematics content and pedagogy, including required courses for teacher certification. Student learning outcomes aligned with accreditation and certification standards. Program review, data analysis, and continuous improvement consistent with SACSCOC and program accreditation requirements. Faculty evaluation, promotion, tenure, and development. Course scheduling and academic planning processes. Student-centered instruction and effective collaboration within a program or department. Working effectively with all student populations. Advising and mentoring students, supporting retention, progression, and timely completion. Collaborative grant development and external funding. Program evaluation, assessment, and data-informed decision making. College-university or community partnerships. Fostering a collaborative and high-performing academic environment. Developing, reviewing, and revising education curriculum to sustain and grow program quality and enrollment. Maintaining a productive program of scholarship, research, and creative activity in mathematics education. Building relationships with college and community partners to support high-quality field experiences and clinical placements. Contributing to strategic planning and academic program development. Overseeing student academic support and resolving complex issues. Supporting enrollment, retention, and graduation initiatives. Preferred Qualifications Experience preparing candidates for state teacher certification in mathematics. Record of undergraduate instruction and mentoring. Evidence of collaborative grant development and external funding. Demonstrated experience in program evaluation, assessment, and data-informed decision making. Engagement in college-university or community partnerships. Regional, state, or national recognition for scholarship or teaching in mathematics education. Certification in EC-8 Mathematics and/or Special Education highly preferred. Job Duties Teaching undergraduate courses in mathematics content and pedagogy, including required courses for teacher certification, within a teaching load adjusted to reflect the reassigned time described above while serving as Assistant Dean. Developing, reviewing, and revising education curriculum to sustain and grow program quality and enrollment. Maintaining a productive program of scholarship, research, and creative activity in mathematics education. Advising and mentoring students, supporting retention, progression, and timely completion. Facilitating the development, implementation, and assessment of student learning outcomes aligned with accreditation and certification standards. Contributing to program review, data analysis, and continuous improvement consistent with SACSCOC and program accreditation requirements. Building relationships with college and community partners to support high-quality field experiences and clinical placements. Supporting faculty evaluation, promotion, tenure, and development; overseeing adjunct faculty hiring, evaluation, and retention; and supporting faculty and staff search processes. Contributing to strategic planning and academic program development; overseeing course scheduling and academic planning processes, including working with Program Coordinators on class schedules and course offerings; and monitoring enrollment to support resource allocation. Overseeing student academic support and resolving complex issues; supporting enrollment, retention, and graduation initiatives; and overseeing assessment and accreditation processes. Serving as liaison between the Dean's Office and Program Coordinators, fostering a collaborative and high-performing academic environment, serving on College and University committees as needed, and performing other duties as assigned by the Dean. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule As required to meet the academic schedule. Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. 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