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Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Elementary Education (Specialization in Mathematics)

Position Number:

896532

School/Division:

School of Education

Department:

Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology

Full-Time or Part-Time:

Full-Time

Description:

Hofstra University’s School of Education is pleased to invite applications for an anticipated tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position in the Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology at Hofstra University. The Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology welcomes applications in Elementary Mathematics Education.

The Department of Teaching, Learning and Technology is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor to teach in the Early Childhood/Elementary Education program as a math specialist. Additionally, STEM/Science specialization, is preferred. Some experience in secondary math education is desirable.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach core courses in elementary mathematics and science teaching methods in both the undergraduate and graduate elementary education programs, the Learning and Teaching doctoral program, and other related programs.
• May advise doctoral students and/or supervise student teachers.
• Seek NSF grants for STEM opportunities in concert with current STEM-education faculty.
• Applicants will be expected to maintain an active scholarly and service agenda that supports the mission of the program and share responsibility for program development, assessment and administration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• The applicant will possess an earned doctoral degree in Education or a closely related discipline.
• Strong teaching and research experience in elementary education, STEM or Math Education is required.
• Expertise in either quantitative or qualitative research methods.
• Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in an educational environment.

Preferred Quals Summary:

• Experience in secondary mathematics education and/or science/STEM education
• The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with publication and grant seeking.
• In addition to the ability to work in a team, a history of involvement in and sensitivity to the needs of underserved and/or underrepresented groups in P-12 settings is particularly valued.

Special Instructions:

Please upload the following with your application for consideration:

• Cover letter with salary requirement
• Curriculum vitae
• Evidence of effectiveness as an educator
• Statement of commitment to diversity and equity
• Statement of teaching philosophy and goals
• Address and phone number of three professional references

All applications received by September 30, 2023 will receive full consideration for a September 2024 start. Inquiries should be directed to:

TLT Search CommitteeDepartment of Teaching, Learning and TechnologyJanice.A.Chopyk@Hofstra.eduPlease enter TLT Search Committee in the subject line

Deadline:

Open until filled

Tenure Track:

Yes

Date Posted:

07/27/2023

EEO Statement:

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range:

$85,000 - $115,000