Clinical Assistant Professor in Elementary Mathematics and Science Education

Description

The College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences at The
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is seeking a Clinical Assistant
Professor in Elementary Mathematics and Science Education in the
Department of Theory and Practice in Teacher Education (TPTE). We
seek a collaborative colleague with expertise in elementary
mathematics education and a strong commitment to teaching and
student support who will contribute to the preparation of
elementary teachers in mathematics and science. The position will
have a primary emphasis on mathematics education, with additional
responsibilities in elementary science education that may include
teaching science methods courses on an as-needed basis and/or
collaborating with science education faculty. Salary is competitive
and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position
begins August 2027.

The College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences is a
multidisciplinary unit with faculty members housed in seven
departments. TPTE, the College’s largest department, brings
together experts across education fields to prepare individuals for
impactful careers in educational settings and beyond, bridge
innovative research and practice, and serve communities through
educational excellence. The department is organized into three
units and this position resides within the Interdisciplinary
Learning and Teaching (ILT) Unit.

Elementary, mathematics, and science education faculty prepare
teacher candidates to design and facilitate meaningful learning
experiences that engage elementary students in mathematical and
scientific thinking, reasoning, problem solving, inquiry, and sense
making. Coursework emphasizes strong connections among disciplinary
knowledge, effective and engaging instructional practices that meet
diverse learning needs, and learning in school and community
contexts. The successful candidate will provide leadership in
elementary mathematics education while also contributing to
elementary science education, and will work collaboratively with
Elementary Education, STEM Education, and other faculty and school
partners to strengthen the coherence of mathematics and science
preparation across coursework and clinical experiences.

Responsibilities include coordinating and teaching undergraduate
and graduate courses in elementary mathematics education and
contributing to courses in elementary science education; providing
high-quality teaching, advising, and mentoring for students across
different pathways and stages of teacher preparation; and providing
leadership for the continued development and improvement of
elementary mathematics education. The successful candidate will
strengthen connections among mathematics, science, and elementary
education coursework and clinical experiences; contribute to
curriculum and instructional improvement in response to
developments in research and practice, professional standards, and
local and regional needs; and develop and maintain collaborative
relationships with schools, districts, teachers, families,
communities, and other educational partners. The candidate will
also collaborate with Elementary Education, STEM Education, and
other faculty across TPTE and provide service and leadership to the
department, college, university, profession, and educational
communities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Applicants must have an earned doctorate
by the start date in Mathematics Education, STEM Education,
Elementary Education, Teacher Education, Curriculum and
Instruction, or a closely related field; substantial professional
experience teaching elementary-aged students or working directly
with elementary teachers and schools; and demonstrated expertise in
elementary mathematics education. Applicants should provide
evidence of successful college teaching or demonstrated potential
for effective college teaching; the ability to effectively advise
and mentor students; effective communication, organizational
skills; and a commitment to working collaboratively with faculty,
school partners, and students. Qualifications include knowledge of
current research and national developments in the teaching and
learning of elementary mathematics.

Desired Qualifications: Desired qualifications include experience
or expertise in elementary science and/or math education;
experience developing and coordinating elementary mathematics,
science, or STEM teacher education courses or programs; knowledge
of inclusive accessible mathematics and science pedagogy that
emphasizes preparing teachers to support students with
disabilities, multilingual learners, and students with varied
educational experiences. Additional desired qualifications include
professional experiences, perspectives, or areas of expertise that
extend and complement existing strengths within the Mathematics and
Science Education programs and TPTE.

Application Instructions

Application Process: Review of applications will begin January 20,
2027, and continue until the position is filled. Please apply
online at [insert link] and submit a cover letter addressing
qualifications and interest in the position; curriculum vitae; a
Statement of Teaching and Professional Practice (1–2 pages)
describing your approach to teaching and supporting teacher
candidates, including how your professional experiences inform your
teaching and how you prepare candidates to work effectively with
learners in varied school and community contexts; and the names and
contact information for three professional references. References
will be contacted for finalists or semi-finalists.

Questions regarding the position or the search process can be
directed to Co-Chairs, Dr. Nick Kim, Co-Coordinator of VolsTeach
and Clinical Assistant Professor (nkim2@utk.edu) and/or Lori
Caudle, Associate Professor of Interdisciplinary Early Childhood
Education (lcaudle@utk.edu)

Applications received outside of the Interfolio system via Indeed
or any other application website or system will not be considered.
For more information about the College of Education, Health, and
Human Sciences, please visit the College website
https://cehhs.utk.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for
employment and admission without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability,
genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any
other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In
accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively
states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or
disability in its education programs and activities, and this
policy extends to employment by the university.

Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to
the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840
Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu , or by phone at 865-974-2498.
Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and
national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA
(disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age),
sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the
Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator
Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to
investigations@utk.edu
, or by phone at 865-974-0717.