Assistant Professor - Education

Spelman College (Old); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Spelman College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Education, focusing on the Elementary Education PK–5 certification track with a STEM Education specialization. The role combines undergraduate teaching, clinical supervision, research, and service. Begins Fall 2027.

The candidate will prepare teacher candidates to design and lead integrated STEM instruction in elementary classrooms, contribute to program improvement, and collaborate with local schools. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in a relevant field by appointment start date.
• Demonstrated expertise in STEM instruction and undergraduate teaching.
• Evidence of scholarly research and publication.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in elementary STEM methods, mathematics and science education.
• Supervise and mentor teacher candidates during field placements.
• Maintain an active research agenda in STEM education or related areas.
• Contribute to curriculum development and alignment with standards.
• Engage in service to department, college, and profession.
• Develop partnerships with PK–5 schools for field placements.

Skills

STEM instruction expertise

Undergraduate teaching

Scholarly research

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Elementary Education or STEM Education

Job description

Position Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.

Faculty/Type Title

Assistant Professor - Education

Area of Study

Educator Preparation Program (EPP) — Elementary Education, PK–5Certification

Begins

Fall 2027

About the College

Spelman College seeks teacher/scholars dedicated to excellence inteaching and to the continued enhancement of the academicenvironment for students and colleagues. Founded in 1881, SpelmanCollege is a private four-year liberal arts college located inAtlanta, GA. The oldest historically Black college for women in theUnited States, Spelman is a member of the Atlanta University CenterConsortium and Atlanta Regional Consortium for HigherEducation.

Position Description

The Department of Education at Spelman College invitesapplications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor positionbeginning Fall 2027 within the Elementary Education (PK–5certification) track of the Educator Preparation Program, with aspecialization in STEM Education. The successful candidate willprepare teacher candidates to design and lead integrated science,technology, engineering, and mathematics instruction in elementaryclassrooms, while contributing to the department’s broader missionof preparing exceptional, equity-minded educators. This position combines undergraduate teaching, clinical supervisionof teacher candidates, scholarly research, and service to thedepartment, college, and profession.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in elementary STEM methods,mathematics and science education, and related courses in theEducator Preparation Program curriculum.
• Supervise and mentor teacher candidates during field placementsand student teaching, with particular attention to STEM instructionin PK–5 settings.
• Maintain an active research and scholarship agenda in STEMeducation, elementary mathematics or science teaching and learning,or a closely related area.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvementof the Elementary Education program, including alignment with statecertification and accreditation standards.
• Participate in departmental, college, and professional service,including committee work and engagement with local schoolpartners.
• Cultivate partnerships with PK–5 schools and districts to supportfield placement sites and applied STEM education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Elementary Education, STEMEducation, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely relatedfield, conferred by the appointment start date.
• Demonstrated expertise in STEM instruction, includingmathematics and/or science education.
• Evidence of, or strong potential for, high-quality teaching atthe undergraduate level.
• Evidence of, or strong potential for, scholarly research andpublication.
• Experience in PK–12 classroom teaching or equivalent clinicalexperience.
• *3 Letters of Professional Reference
• Research Statement
• Teaching Philosophy
• Sample Syllabus
• Cover Letter
• CV
• Copies of official undergraduate and graduate transcripts arerequired.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching in a college or university educatorpreparation program.
• Experience supervising teacher candidates in clinical or fieldplacements.
• Familiarity with state teacher certification requirements andaccreditation processes (e.g., CAEP, GaPSC).
• Experience developing partnerships with PK–5 schools ordistricts.

EEO Statement

Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are asmoke-free campus.

Deadline to Receive Letter(s) of Reference

12/01/2026

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter of Interest
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts (unofficial)
4. Research Statement
5. Teaching Philosophy
6. Sample Syllabus