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rAssistant Professor of Mathematics Education

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rCategory: rrFaculty

rDepartment: MATHEMATICS

rLocations: Macomb, IL

rPosted: Jan 10, 2024

rCloses: Open Until Filledr

rType: FT - Continuous

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About Western Illinois University:

Recognized as a \"Best Midwestern College\" by the Princeton Review. Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, serves nearly 7,600 students at its traditional, residential four-year campus in Macomb, IL and its metropolitan, non-residential branch campus in Moline, IL.

Job Description:

POSITION: Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Philosophy with a focus in Mathematics Education

APPOINTMENT: August 15, 2024

RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will: (1) teach undergraduate and graduate students for mainly pre-service/in-service K-12 mathematics teachers; (2) conduct research/scholarly activities that lead to grants, presentations, and publications; (3) engage in service to the University and the community; (4) be willing to teach in the summer and to work with area teachers through additional educational experiences such as workshops and conferences.

This position requires teaching a variety of mathematics content and pedagogy courses for future and current K-12 teachers. Courses will include undergraduate and graduate level to be delivered in both face-to-face and online modalities.

RANK & SALARY: Assistant Professor, 9-month, full-time tenure track appointment. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Western Illinois University offers a competitive benefits package including domestic partner benefits. For full benefit information visit: http://www.wiu.edu/vpas/human_resources/benefits/.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate in Mathematics Education or closely related field by appointment start date and a Master\'s degree in Mathematics or significant coursework in graduate level mathematics;
• Strong potential for excellence in teaching, research, and service;
• Evidence of the ability to teach a wide range of courses focused on mathematics and mathematics education;
• Evidence of a strong commitment to teacher education and to quality teaching;
• Oral proficiency in the English language.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience at the K -12 level;
• Experience with the implementation of innovative teaching practices, including using technology to enhance educational environments;
• Evidence of research activities in the form of authored, peer-reviewed journal publications, professional conference presentations, or other scholarly activities.

For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Unless otherwise stated, the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment.

Additional Information:

THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Mathematics and Philosophy has 24 faculty, approximately 26 undergraduate majors, 104 minors, and 27 graduate students in Masters Programs (Mathematics and Teaching Mathematics). The department includes a Mathematics undergraduate major with four Options (Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Data Science and Statistics, Actuarial Science); as well as minors in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Middle Level Mathematics Teaching, and Philosophy. Additional information is located at www.wiu.edu/math{target="_blank"}

THE UNIVERSITY:

About WIU{target="_blank"}

Since 1899, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU\'s traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region.

WIU-Macomb, IL:

Western\'s traditional, residential main campus offers a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, and post-baccalaureate certificates. A diverse community in west central Illinois, Macomb features a unique blend of agriculture, industry, service, retail, education, and culture. Macomb serves as the county seat, with connections across the state with Amtrak providing twice