Assistant Professor in Elementary Teacher Education

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, NC invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Elementary Teacher Education within TELS. The tenure-track position focuses on teaching, scholarship, service, and outreach related to elementary teacher preparation.

The ideal candidate will lead research on program features and impact, teach in the MAT and undergraduate programs, and collaborate across departments and institutes.Applicants should demonstrate strong collaboration and outreach with NC schools.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Teacher Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Elementary Education, or related field.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in elementary education.
• Experience in pre-service teacher preparation.
• K-6 teaching experience.
• Scholarship and funding record commensurate with experience.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, extension, and service.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to support students with varied academic and professional needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high scholarly research, publication, and grant-writing activity for tenure-track alignment.
• Produce high-quality research on pre-service teacher preparation and impact.
• Seek external funding for research and development activities.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary education, with emphasis on social studies education.
• Recruit, advise, and mentor graduate students and serve on doctoral committees.
• Engage in collaborative research within the College of Education and across the university.
• Provide service and leadership in department, college, and professional organizations.

Education

Doctorate in Teacher Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Elementary Education, or related field

Job description

Posting Number

PG194860EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Professor in Elementary Teacher Education

Anticipated Hiring Range

$80,000 - $84,000

Work Schedule

40 hours a week

Job Location

Raleigh NC

Department

TELS

About the Department

About the NC State College of Education As one of the nation’s top-ranked colleges of education, NC State’s College of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good.

The college’s faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching; fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. About two-third of the faculty are grant active. They are engaged in over 225 active projects totaling $151 million, making them the most productive in terms of research activity compared with other colleges of education in North Carolina and among the Top 5% in the nation. In FY24, the college’s research expenditures exceeded $20 million.

The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master’s degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education; and Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, with approximately 130 tenure-track and professional-track faculty, 110 support and professional staff, and about 160 graduate and teaching assistants. The College of Education is also home to the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Elevate, NC State’s inclusive postsecondary education program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

The Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences (TELS) comprises over 40 full-time faculty members preparing more than 500 undergraduate and graduate students and 200 students in alternative teacher licensure programs. We prepare students to work in a range of fields across various programs that include Elementary Education (with a STEM focus), Educational Psychology, Educational Equity, Literacy and English Language Arts, Learning Design and Technology, Middle and Secondary English Language Arts, Social Studies, Multilingual Education, and Special Education. We advance education through scholarship, leadership, and advocacy. We prepare professionals who are committed to provide learning opportunities for all and who have deep content knowledge, demonstrate strong working knowledge of effective pedagogies, and realize the potential of digital technologies to enhance learning. We shape the field of education by engaging in research that addresses current challenges, and by participating in cross-disciplinary work that deals with real problems in forward-looking ways. The department exemplifies an innovative merging of teacher education and the learning sciences that results in new pathways for teaching, scholarship, leadership, and service. The preparation that our students receive is unmatched in scope, priorities, and outcomes, assuring that our graduates are able to make profound contributions to education and society.

In addition to the degree earning programs above, TELS also offers an inclusive postsecondary education program, Elevate. Elevate is a university-wide initiative designed for North Carolina residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and offers educational credentials, such as certificates.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences (TELS) invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Elementary Teacher Education to be affiliated with undergraduate and graduate studies in elementary teaching and learning. This is a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level, with teaching, scholarship, service, and outreach expectations.

We are seeking those who are scholars in elementary teacher education who will lead and contribute to research on approaches and programs that prepare pre-service teachers. You will engage in research primarily focused on elementary teacher preparation programs’ features and impact. This might include elements such as modality (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online), structure (e.g., traditional four-year programs, part-time programs for practicing teachers, competency-based education), or pathway (e.g., bachelor's degree, master's degree, residency, registered apprenticeship). They will submit proposals for internal/external funding in support of the related research.

The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary teacher preparation, including the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, with a strong preference for those who teach elementary social studies education. As a faculty member, you will provide service and leadership to the Elementary Education program area, the department, college, and university. You will participate in outreach and engagement activities with elementary schools locally and across North Carolina, and collaborate with faculty within the department, college, and across the university.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of scholarly research, publication, and grant-writing activity that aligns with a tenure track position in a university with high research activity.
• Produce high quality research on pre-service teacher preparation programs, features, and impact.
• Seek external funding for research and development activities.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary education, with a strong preference for social studies pre-service teacher education graduate and undergraduate programs.
• Recruit, advise, and mentor graduate students and serve on doctoral committees.
• Engage in collaborative research with other faculty and researchers within the College of Education, including the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation and the Belk Center for Community College leadership, as well as across the university.
• Provide service and leadership in the elementary education program, department, college, university, and professional organizations.
• Participate in outreach and engagement for department and college initiatives with underserved communities and high need areas and engaging with stakeholders across the state of North Carolina.

If you are passionate about preparing future elementary educators and interested in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary teacher preparation, including the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, with expertise in elementary social studies education, we encourage you to apply and join our faculty.

Other Responsibilities

N/A

Minimum Education and Experience

Doctorate in Teacher Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Elementary Education, or a related field

Other Required Qualifications

• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in elementary education
• Experience in pre-service teacher preparation
• K-6 teaching experience
• Scholarship and funding record commensurate with experience
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, extension, and service
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
• Demonstrated ability to support students with varied academic and professional needs

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years of K-8 teaching experience
• A record of publication and presentation commensurate with experience, with preference to work related to the scholarship of teaching and learning
• Experience facilitating teacher professional development
• Success in building relationships with schools and districts

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N.A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

09/03/2026

Anticipated Close Date

10/16/2026

Position Number

00112293

Position Type

Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

131101 - Teacher Education and Learning Sciences (TELS)

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.