Assistant/Associate Professor, K-9

STEM Education Tenure Status:

Tenure Track Department:

Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum - 260050 Minimum Qualifications The Department of Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum in the Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University seeks qualified candidates for a K-9 tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position focused on STEM education. Minimum qualifications for the position include the following: Earned doctorate (ABD considered) in Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary or Middle Grades Science and/or Mathematics Education, or closely related area; Ability to teach core and science and/or mathematics methods courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels; Commitment to working in a community of practice, to a social constructivist perspective of teaching and learning, to the integration of field experiences in professional coursework, and to working with varying populations; Teaching experience in P-12 school settings required; Evidence of scholarly potential required; established record of scholarship/creative activity preferred; Eligibility for North Carolina teaching licensure. Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required) Understanding of/commitment to K-9 learning Content area expertise in science education and/or mathematics education Experience working with and/or teaching courses to K-9 undergraduate education candidates; Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with public schools; Experience with supervising and mentoring pre-service K-9 education teacher candidates in the field and/or coordinating/monitoring supervision of candidates' placements; Expertise surrounding authentic and standards-based assessments at the K-9 level. License/Certification Required See minimum qualifications above Description of the Department or Unit Faculty in the Department of Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum have crafted rigorous and high-quality programs that are grounded in these commitments: working in a community of practice, a social constructivist perspective of teaching and learning; the integration of field experiences in professional coursework; and working with varying populations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate pre-service education courses. Pre-service education courses may include K-9 science and mathematics methods courses and related education courses; and/orAshl practicum supervision. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, participating in partnerships and professional development with area schools and teaching at off-campus sites.

Proposed Date of Hire:

08/07/2027

Suggested Salary Range:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins:

10/30/2026 To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56446 Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. je-f60f9e5bbf224b08a3b7f274d7e23413