Assistant Professor, Education - Tenure Track

Marymount University•Lexington, MA

About The Position

The School of Education invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026. Applicants with expertise in K-12 teaching, leadership, curriculum development, pedagogy, special education, and social justice issues are encouraged to apply. Faculty in the School of Education are required to conduct scholarly activities, work cooperatively with others, and contribute service to their discipline, the university, and the community. The School prepares quality educators and leaders for elementary, secondary, and post-secondary positions. The School offers online programs preparing professionals for leadership at master’s and doctoral levels. Please submit a cover letter, CV, list of three professional references, and teaching philosophy. Position open until filled.

Requirements

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in special education, educational leadership or related field and K-12 school teaching experience.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Commitment to high quality teaching.
Dedication to high standards and student success.
Scholarly publication record or scholarly potential.

Nice To Haves

Experience with university-level teaching and advising in a pre-service teacher education program
Technology skills related to online teaching.

Responsibilities

Supporting and integrating the mission and core values of Marymount University and Academic Affairs.
Assuming teaching responsibilities as assigned by the Director of the School and as outlined in the Marymount Faculty Handbook.
Maintaining office hours at times which provide appropriate access to students.
Advising assigned student advisees with program and licensure requirements and career information.
Assuming professional responsibilities as requested by the College Dean or School Director.
Engaging in on-going professional development which will include scholarship activities such as research, presentations, and participation with professional organizations.
Contributing to the University and School program functions and services, including assessment, and continuous improvement activities.

Benefits

Marymount offers a comprehensive and flexible benefits program designed to support the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our benefit-eligible faculty, staff, and their eligible dependents.
The University’s retirement plan includes a diversified portfolio of investment options, with a University match of up to 3% of employee pretax contributions for full-time employees.
In addition to competitive health and welfare benefits, Marymount offers flexible and hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions, allowing up to two remote workdays per week.

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