Assistant Teaching Professor - Elementary Mathematics Education

## Assistant Teaching Professor - Elementary Mathematics Education##

Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor - Elementary Mathematics Education## Appointment Type:

Faculty##

Job Description:

The School of Education (SOE) in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for a teaching faculty position in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Mathematics at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor with a start date of August 16, 2026. This is a 2-year full-time term faculty position with the possibility for renewal and carries a four course per semester teaching load.

Renewal parameters are determined by performance and school need.

We seek a dynamic, innovative, and enthusiastic colleague who can support the development of pre-service elementary mathematics teachers. The successful candidate should demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to equitable and evidence-based mathematics methodology, and experience with professional mathematics documents such as the Iowa Academic Standards or Common Core and NCTM's Effective Practices.

Specifically, we are looking for a faculty colleague to: (a) teach undergraduate methods courses in elementary mathematics; (b) teach other courses in our elementary education program, such as undergraduate foundations of education courses; and (c) participate in School of Education service, including program and school-level meetings and committees.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.##
** Required

Minimum Qualifications:

*** Master's degree in Elementary Education or a closely related field
* Completion of a teacher preparation program
* Licensure/certification (in any state) in elementary education
* Three years of experience as an elementary school teacher using Iowa Academic Standards for Mathematics or Common Core Standard for Mathematics##
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Advanced coursework or PhD in elementary mathematics education or closely related field
* Experience preparing/supporting elementary school teachers
* Evidence of effective teaching at the post-secondary level
* More than three years as a successful elementary teacher
* Experience providing professional development on the Iowa Academic Standards or Common Core and NCTM's Effective Practices##
** Department Unit/Website:
** School of Education Department website:

College of Health and Human Sciences website:## Proposed

Start Date:

August 16, 2026## Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2028## Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period## Time Type:

Full time## Application Instructions:

All application materials must be submitted electronically. For full position announcement and , . Once on the website, search by posting and apply by clicking on “apply for this job”. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
* Letter of application addressing your interests and qualifications for this position
* Complete curriculum vitae which includes current email contact information
* Contact information for three academic references

For full consideration, please submit all required materials by
** March 2, 2026**. The position will remain open until filled.

If you have questions regarding this position, please email Dr. Mollie Appelgate a State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:  
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans  
• Generous leave plans  
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)  
• Life insurance and long-term disability  
• Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Wellbeing program## Original Posting Date:

February 17, 2026## Posting Close Date:## Job

Requisition Number:

R18644

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