Assistant Professor, Mathematics Education - Educational Theory & Practice

University at Albany, SUNY; City of Albany (NY); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University at Albany, SUNY is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mathematics Education to join a growing undergraduate teacher preparation program. Strong interest in PreK-6 mathematics teacher preparation is encouraged.

The role includes teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs, mentoring students, and engaging in scholarship. The School of Education values inclusive excellence and collaboration with colleagues across research and practice, supporting innovative teaching

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. or Ed.D in mathematics education or closely related field by Aug 2027.
• Active research program with publications and presentations.
• Three+ years of PK-12 mathematics teaching experience.

Aufgaben

• Teach introductory and advanced courses across undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Publish research and obtain funding; mentor students.
• Participate in departmental and university governance; contribute to program development.

Kenntnisse

Teaching

Research in mathematics education

Curriculum development

Diversity & inclusion

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Mathematics Education

Jobbeschreibung

About University at Albany: University at Albany is a Carnegie-classified Research 1 institution driven by academic excellence, pioneering research and scientific discovery, and service to community. UAlbany's world-class faculty experts and approximately 17,500 students are creating new knowledge in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductor engineering, atmospheric and environmental sciences, cybersecurity, public health, public administration and social welfare while deepening our understanding of our world through scholarship and creative activity in the social sciences and humanities. As one of the most diverse public research institutions in the nation, the University is a national leader in public engagement, educational equity and social mobility. For over 180 years, UAlbany has molded bright, curious and engaged students and launched them toward success. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The School of Education at the University at Albany, State University of New York is seeking a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor in Mathematics Education with an interest in joining a newly launched and growing undergraduate teacher preparation program. Applicants with expertise in PreK-6 mathematics teacher preparation are strongly encouraged to apply. We seek candidates with a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in teacher preparation programs as well as doctoral students. The successful applicant will engage with colleagues whose research interests and scholarship span pre-K to post-graduate education and who prepare students to be innovative scholar-leaders. The School of Education is a vibrant and inclusive community of students and faculty. In this community, students and faculty innovate and challenge via research, teaching and service to focus on education that meets the contemporary learning needs of society.

Primary Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be prepared to teach both introductory courses and advanced courses in their area of expertise. Duties will include teaching courses across undergraduate and graduate programs as needed based on candidate's expertise; publishing and obtaining funding to support research in their area of educational expertise; mentoring students; attending departmental and programme meetings; and serving on department, school, and university committees.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to Department Chair
• Supervises the following positions: Graduate Assistants

Job Requirements:

• Candidates must be sensitive to the needs of and possess an interest in working in an academic community that is diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or identity, disability status, and protected veteran status.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. or Ed.D in mathematics education, teaching and learning, curriculum and instruction, teacher education, learning sciences, and/or related education area from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization by August 21, 2027. Candidates who will not hold the degree by this date will not be considered.
• Active research program addressing mathematics teaching and/or learning as evidenced by scholarly and professional publications and/or presenting at regional and/or national professional conferences.
• Three or more years experience in full-time classroom teaching mathematics in PK-12 settings.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate mathematics education courses (content and/or methods courses).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in personal ongoing professional development, incorporation of research to practice, and/or community engagement activities.
• Teaching certification in early-childhood or childhood (elementary) education or related area.
• Full-time classroom teaching experience specifically in U.S. PK-12 public school contexts.
• Experience seeking and/or securing research funding, or the potential to do so.
• Ability to teach courses across the School's teacher education majors (adolescent education, childhood and special education, or early-childhood/childhood education).
• At least 18 hours of graduate mathematics or statistics content coursework, or equivalent.

Working Environment:

• Typical office/instructional environment
• In-person and online instruction

Professional Rank and Salary Range:

Assistant Professor (Academic-year appointment), Salary commensurate with experience.

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