Asst​/Assoc Professor - Secondary Mathematics Education

Asst/Assoc Professor - Secondary Mathematics Education

Teaching, Learning & Teacher Ed-1045

The Department of Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education (
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The program graduates 10-12 teacher candidates yearly and graduate math education courses that enroll 10-27 in-service teachers each during academic year semesters and during summer terms. Our programs benefit from long-standing and unique partnerships with the Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences and the Center for Science, Mathematics, and Computer Education. We anticipate expanding our faculty in elementary, secondary, and mathematics education not only to prepare students for initial teacher certification, but also to provide professional learning in graduate education and expand opportunities for funded research and scholarship.

UNL is the University of Nebraska system’s flagship university and a member of the Big 10 Academic Alliance. TLTE is recognized across UNL for distinguished teaching, strong collaborations with exceptional partner schools and has a reputation for scholarship that embraces diverse research methodologies. The candidate who fills this position will teach and advise undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics education.

TLTE seeks a colleague who possess the understanding, commitment, and ability to contribute collaboratively to robust elementary and secondary education programs and mathematics education in the context of continuing demographic change in the state and nation. The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.

At the University of Nebraska, we strive for excellence in all that we do. True excellence requires that every individual is able to work and learn in an atmosphere of respect, dignity, and acceptance. Our commitment requires each of us to continuously ensure our interactions be respectful, protect free speech, and inspire academic freedom.

• Teach undergraduate coursework in Secondary Mathematics Education, including mathematics methods courses.
• Work with and supervise professional practicum students and student teachers.
• Teach graduate courses in K-12 Mathematics Education and related areas of expertise.
• Advise and mentor master’s and doctoral students.
• Conduct a scholarly program of research appropriate to rank.
• Engage actively in collaboration and program development within and across content areas, programs, departments and colleges.
• Provide outreach to schools, other educational institutions, and communities.

For additional questions, please contact Dr. Amanda Henson, Search Committee Chair, at amanda.thomas .

• Doctorate in mathematics education, curriculum & instruction, teacher education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in the teaching of mathematics education in higher education and supervising teacher candidates in practicum and student teaching…