Assistant Professor of Elementary Mathematics Education

University of North Carolina • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is seeking a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Elementary Mathematics Education to begin in August 2025. This position focuses on preparing future educators in K-6 mathematics education, emphasizing the importance of diversity and inclusion in teaching practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mathematics education, experience in K-6 teaching, and a commitment to scholarly activities and community engagement.

Requirements

• Doctorate in mathematics education or a closely related field by appointment date.
• Minimum of 3 years of K-6 elementary public school teaching experience.
• Evidence of scholarship within the field of elementary mathematics education or closely related field.
• Potential for successful university teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Nice To Haves

• Research, teaching, and/or service experiences centered in culturally sustaining pedagogies or other methods of making mathematics education accessible and relevant to all students.
• Experience teaching K-6 math methods course at the university level in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
• Experience with supervision or mentoring of pre-service or in-service teachers.
• Knowledge of CPAST, edTPA or similar assessments.
• Experience successfully responding to and navigating educational policy.
• Eligibility for NC teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Teach math methods courses for undergraduate, graduate, MAT, and/or lateral entry students in various delivery modes including face-to-face, online, and technology-enhanced.
• Supervise students during Clinical Field Experiences.
• Engage in scholarly activities including developing a research agenda, publishing in high-impact refereed journals, and securing competitive grants.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the program, department, and university, including laboratory school settings and/or other field-based sites.
• Assist in ongoing program revision and assessment.
• Provide leadership and service to the profession, university, college, department, community, and local public schools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and research funding.
• Supportive academic environment with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees