Assistant Professor in Elementary Teacher Education

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). Additionally, you 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.

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.