ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PRE-SERVICE MATHEMATICS EDUCATION ONE YEAR LIMITED TERM APPOINTMENT

Wilfrid Laurier University; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor for a one-year limited term appointment in Mathematics Education. This role offers the opportunity to shape future educators by teaching core courses and engaging in research that enhances the understanding of mathematics education. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching diverse learners and a commitment to equity and inclusion. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment and making a significant impact in the field of education.

Qualifications

• Completed PhD in Education or EdD required.
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience in K-10 mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Teach core mathematics education courses in Bachelor of Education program.
• Engage in active research related to pre-service teacher education.

Skills

Effective teaching in mathematics education

Incorporating equity and inclusion

Research in mathematics education

Teaching diverse groups of learners

Education

PhD in Education or EdD

Master's degree in Mathematics Education

Job description

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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PRE-SERVICE MATHEMATICS EDUCATION ONE YEAR LIMITED TERM APPOINTMENT

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Education

Department: N/A

Campus: Waterloo

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 9248

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PRE-SERVICE MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

ONE YEAR LIMITED TERM APPOINTMENT

The Faculty of Education at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a Limited Term Appointment faculty position in Mathematics Education at the rank of Assistant Professor in Education beginning July 1, 2025 (ending June 30, 2026), subject to budgetary approval. Teaching duties will be assigned on our Waterloo campus.

The position is open to candidates who hold a completed PhD in Education or EdD, by the start of the appointment. A person with significant experience in mathematics education with a Master’s degree will be considered.

Successful candidates must:

• Provide evidence of effective teaching of courses related to pre-service primary/junior/intermediate (K-10) teacher education in mathematics education in a post-secondary context.
• Provide evidence of teaching diverse groups of learners and incorporating equity and inclusion into their pedagogy and practices.
• Have a minimum of three years teaching experience of mathematics in K-10 Canadian school contexts.
• Provide evidence of an emerging research program in mathematics education and/or related fields.

Preference will be given to candidates who:

• Have teaching qualifications, with preference given to candidates holding Ontario College of Teacher’s certification.
• Have teaching experience in Ontario.
• Have extensive experience teaching mathematics at the K-10 level.

The duties and responsibilities of the position are as follows:

• Teach core mathematics education courses (primary/junior and junior/intermediate) in the Bachelor of Education program.
• Engage in an active research program related to pre-service teacher education in mathematics education and/or related fields.
• Engage in leadership and active service to the Faculty and the University.

WHERE TO SUBMIT:

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, sample publications, and a teaching dossier that includes summaries of course evaluations and course outlines. Applicants should also provide contact information for three referees. Application materials should be addressed to:

ATTN: Dr. Steve Sider, Chair

Faculty of Education

Electronic submission of applications is preferred as a single PDF and will be accepted through this job portal by clicking on the APPLY NOW button (top right) until May 28, 2025 at 11:59pm.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier’s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [e-mail]. Candidates from other equity deserving-groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [e-mail] .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obligated to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenships; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements in their cover letter:

• Yes, I am a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
• No, I am not a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Applicants are encouraged to address any career interruptions or special circumstances that may have affected their record of research and teaching, in accordance with SSHRC and NSERC definitions and guidelines. To obtain a copy of this job description in an accessible format, please contact [e-mail] .

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a CV and letter of introduction will be required in electronic form.