Assistant Professor – Elementary Education

The University of Southern Mississippi • Hattiesburg, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Education invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Elementary Education, beginning August 2027. The position is based on campus in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The research specialization is open, with preferred areas including mathematics education, educational technology, and literacy education. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service, and help prepare initial licensure candidates to become technologically competent, culturally responsive elementary educators. The role also includes enriching the learning of in-service teachers in the Curriculum and Instruction master’s program. The School’s programs offer face-to-face, online, and hybrid delivery formats.

The faculty member will develop an independent research program, collaborate on teacher-education program development, teach and mentor students, seek external funding, and serve the university and profession. The doctorate must be completed by August 2027. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States without visa sponsorship. Applications include a cover letter, CV, contact information for three recommenders, a teaching philosophy, and academic transcripts. Review begins October 15, 2026, and continues until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary Education, or a closely related field, completed by August 2027.
• Three or more years of full-time K–12 teaching experience.
• Ability to deliver accurate, concise, quality verbal and written communication in a timely manner to a diverse population.
• Experience setting clear performance expectations and providing meaningful feedback.
• Experience and/or familiarity with technology use, particularly in the online learning environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Research specialization in mathematics education, educational technology, or literacy education.
• Teaching experience as a licensed educator in an elementary general education classroom.
• Demonstrated or potential excellence in scholarship and research.
• Experience teaching mathematics, reading, or other inclusive practices in elementary settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong, independent research program.
• Collaborate with colleagues on program development and enhancement of pre-service and in-service teacher education programs.
• Teach and mentor students across programs.
• Seek external funding.
• Contribute to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree