Assistant Teaching Professor of Teacher Education and AI - School of Education

University of Massachusetts•Lowell, MA

1d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The School of Education seeks a teacher educator and professional-learning leader with expertise in elementary education and a strong vision for thoughtfully integrating artificial intelligence and emerging digital technologies into K–12 education and teacher preparation. The position particularly welcomes expertise in elementary mathematics and/or science, as well as knowledge or experience related to special education and inclusive teaching practices. The successful candidate will connect strong foundations in teaching and learning with developments in AI and educational technology and translate them into meaningful educational practice. The faculty member will teach primarily in the Bachelor of Arts in Education (BAEd) program and may contribute to other School of Education programs. Teaching may include elementary education, special education, mathematics and science, educational technology and digital literacy, and other areas aligned with the faculty member’s expertise and program needs. The role also includes leadership in updating digital literacy and educational technology preparation for preservice teachers; supporting curriculum development; developing professional-learning opportunities for practicing educators; and conceptualizing and developing AI-related certificate or credential programs. The position calls for a thoughtful understanding of how AI may influence instructional design, student learning, assessment, teacher practice, and responsible and ethical technology use. The faculty member will connect emerging technologies with effective, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate teaching practices in elementary and K–12 settings. The appointment is full-time, benefited, and represented by the Massachusetts Society of Professors/MTA/NEA.

Requirements

An earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Elementary Education, Special Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, Learning Sciences, Instructional Technology, or a closely related field by the appointment start date.
Elementary classroom teaching experience or substantial experience working directly with elementary educators and schools through professional development, instructional support, coaching, curriculum development, or related activities.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and/or educator preparation and professional learning.
Experience integrating educational technology, digital tools, and/or emerging technologies into teaching, learning, curriculum, or educator professional development.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to curriculum development, program development, or other academic or professional-learning initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, educators, school leaders, and other educational partners.
Experience supporting educators’ professional learning related to AI or educational technology.

Nice To Haves

Experience in elementary education, particularly expertise in elementary mathematics and/or science.
Experience in special education, inclusive education, and/or supporting students with disabilities in elementary educational settings.
Experience preparing, mentoring, or providing professional learning for preservice or practicing elementary teachers.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within diverse groups on complex problems.
Experience advising and mentoring undergraduate students.
Experience developing or redesigning teacher-education curricula, particularly in elementary education, to incorporate educational technology, digital literacy, AI, or emerging instructional practices.
Demonstrated leadership in educational technology, AI-supported teaching and learning, teacher professional development, or related educational initiatives.
Experience designing and facilitating sustained professional learning for teachers or other educators beyond one-time workshops.

Responsibilities

Teach primarily in the BAEd program, including courses in elementary education, special education, mathematics and science, digital literacy, educational technology, and other areas aligned with expertise and program needs; the faculty member may also teach in other School of Education programs.
Advise and mentor undergraduate BAEd students and support their development as effective, inclusive, and reflective educators.
Lead review and strengthening of the BAEd curriculum so preparation in AI, educational technology, and digital literacy is current, coherent, and integrated with curriculum, instruction, assessment, and inclusive teaching.
Collaborate with BAEd faculty on curriculum development and continuous program improvement consistent with relevant Massachusetts DESE expectations for educator preparation.
As appropriate, collaborate with faculty in other School of Education programs on curriculum development and professional learning related to AI, emerging technologies, and effective instructional practices.
Contribute to conceptualizing and developing certificate, credential, or professional-learning programs focused on AI in education, educational technology, digital literacy, or related areas.
Develop and support professional-learning opportunities for practicing teachers and other educators related to AI, educational technology, curriculum and instruction, and other areas of expertise.
Contribute to student recruitment, engagement, and retention in the BAEd and other relevant School of Education programs.
Provide service to the BAEd program, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, School of Education, and College.