Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor The School of Education is seeking an innovative, dedicated Assistant Professor in Elementary Education to join our tenure-track faculty. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing teaching excellence, conducting meaningful research, and engaging in service activities that enrich our academic community. This role is ideal for an educator with expertise in elementary mathematics pedagogy and content who is passionate about preparing future elementary educators. To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the Next button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting to Human Resources, you must go to the Posting Summary Page by clicking on the Next button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options. Position Title - Assistant Professor Job Summary - The School of Education is seeking an innovative, dedicated Assistant Professor in Elementary Education to join our tenure-track faculty. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing teaching excellence, conducting meaningful research, and engaging in service activities that enrich our academic community. This role is ideal for an educator with expertise in elementary mathematics pedagogy and content who is passionate about preparing future elementary educators. Essential Job Duties - Teach elementary education courses with an emphasis on mathematics pedagogy and content, ensuring compliance with ALSDE approvals and the Alabama Numeracy Act (SB-171). Deliver program and departmental courses, including seminars and orientation sessions. Engage in research and scholarly activities that advance the field of elementary education. Contribute to the development of effective teaching practices and curricular innovations. Serve on departmental and university committees, and provide advisement to students. Stay informed about emerging competencies and best practices that enhance the University's core values in teaching, research, and service. Maintain regular office hours and provide mentoring to students. Attend regular departmental and school meetings. Preferred Qualifications - Master's level education in elementary education. (A doctorate in elementary education is preferred). Successful teaching experience at a minimum of three full years of professional experience teaching mathematics at the K-5 grade levels is required. Additional Desirable Qualifications: Member of NCTM Physical Demands - Ability to operate standard office equipment. Ability to walk short distances. Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items. Ability to view a computer terminal FLSA - Exempt Status - Full-Time Skills and Attributes - A deep mathematical understanding, pedagogical knowledge, and a commitment to ongoing reflective practice. Understanding of how students learn mathematics, including common difficulties and misconceptions, and be able to design instruction that addresses these challenges. Be able to bridge the gap between content knowledge and effective teaching practices. Being current with technological tools and digital resources Posting Detail Information Posting Number - F880 Will this position require travel? - Yes Will this position require night, weekend, and after hour work? - No Will this position be supported using grants or contract funding? - No Number of Vacancies - 1 Open Date - 07/22/2025 Close Date - 11/30/2026 Open Until Filled - Yes Special Instructions Summary - Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents: Tuskegee University employment application, Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Recommendation letters, Copies of unofficial transcripts. Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire Tuskegee University