Assistant Professor of Math Education

Penn State Abington seeks a Math Educator for appointment to a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2011.  The successful candidate will teach: 1) an advanced teaching methods in mathematics course for elementary education majors, 2) a lower level math course for education majors, and 3) a range of mathematics courses for undergraduates across academic disciplines.  The candidate is expected to establish an active research program with a strong record of scholarly activity.  Participation in research with undergraduates is also encouraged.  The candidate is also expected to advise students and provide career guidance, as well as participate actively in campus, university and community service activities.  As this faculty member will be teaching both education and math courses, they will have a dual appointment within the Division of Social Sciences and the Division of Science and Engineering at Penn State Abington.  Penn State Abington is an undergraduate campus college of Penn State and is located in suburban Philadelphia, ten miles north of Center City Philadelphia.

Applicants must have a Ph.D./Ed.D in Math Education.  Teaching experience at the preschool, elementary, or middle school level is required.  A record of teaching at the college level, technology skills, or experience with urban schools is preferred.  Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired.  Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment, interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology and hybrid and online learning are advantageous. 

The review process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Applicants should submit an electronic dossier including: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) statement of their research interests, and 4) statement of their teaching philosophy to:

Chair, Math Educator Committee
Science and Engineering Division
Penn State Abington
Abington, PA 19001
cld5@psu.edu

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