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Assistant Professor in Mathematics Education
The College of Education at the University of Mary Washington invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mathematics Education starting August 16, 2017. This is a nine-month position requiring the successful candidate to excel in instruction, engage in scholarship, and participate in service.
The candidate will be expected to (a) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics education, (b) supervise student interns, and (c) mentor student research projects. Additionally the candidate will be expected to advise students, engage in scholarly activity and provide service to the college, university, community, and profession.
The candidate must have advanced academic preparation in mathematics education, mathematics content knowledge equivalent to an undergraduate major in mathematics, and a minimum of three years’ experience working in educational settings with students in grades K-12. The candidate must have a(n) Ph.D. or Ed.D. from an accredited institution completed by date of employment.
Applicants should have public school and college teaching experience. The successful candidate would also have educational or experiential preparation in one or more of the following areas: 1) instructional technology and technology supported pedagogy, 2) research methods, 3) teacher candidate and PK-6 learner assessment, and 4) working with culturally and linguistically diverse students. Experience in the accreditation process is also preferred.
For additional information and to apply for this position, please visit https://careers.umw.edu. The University of Mary Washington accepts only completed online applications. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered. Applications accepted until position is filled.
Applicants must complete a Commonwealth of Virginia application and submit electronically the following: (1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) teaching philosophy; (4) contact list for three references and (5) unofficial copy of graduate transcripts at https://careers.umw.edu.
The University of Mary Washington is a coeducational public institution with its residential campus in Fredericksburg, VA., 50 miles south of Washington, D.C., and a second campus in nearby Stafford, VA. The university, with a total enrollment of nearly 5,000 students, is known for its commitment to academic excellence, strong undergraduate liberal arts program, and dedication to life-long learning and professional development.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Mary Washington actively encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. For further information about the university and the College of Education please visit our website at www.umw.edu.