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Assistant Professor of Education
Posting Number: 494046
Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Categories: Faculty, School of Social & Behavioral Sciences (Full-Time Faculty Only)
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Education
Department/School:
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences; Education Department
Salary/Pay Rate:
$75,000 - $80,000
Job Summary:
The Marist University Education Department seeks candidates for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Education to begin in Fall 2027.
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced teacher-scholar who will play a crucial role in shaping the future of education by supporting and developing current and aspiring elementary and secondary teachers.
The program addresses teaching holistically by developing professional educators who:

• Deeply understand themselves and their learners.
• Are committed to supporting the success of all learners.
• Possess extensive pedagogical and technological content knowledge.
• Can integrate academic content through immersive, inquiry-based instruction.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in teacher education, consistent with the applicant's areas of expertise and the department's curricular needs.
• Advise students on academic progress and NYS certification requirements.
• Maintain an active research agenda leading to presentations and publications.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to support student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Participate in department, school, and faculty meetings and engage in key initiatives at all these levels as part of a departmental team engaged in continuous improvement efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:
We welcome candidates with expertise in teaching and research at the elementary and/or secondary level in one or more areas, particularly in areas at the intersection of literacy instruction (reading and writing), educational technology, social-emotional learning, English Language Learning (ELL), and teacher education. The successful candidate will require:

• A doctorate in Education or related field by the fall of 2027
• A student-centered approach in guiding the next generation of teachers
• Proven success for accomplishment in scholarship that is commensurate with the tenure expectations of a university committed to a "teacher-scholar" model
• 3-5 years of teaching experience in pre-K to grade 12 schools
• The ability to model culturally responsive pedagogical approaches across all courses and foster an inclusive classroom environment

Essential Functions:
Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in pre-K to grade 12 education methods and instruction. Supervision and assessment of student teachers may also be included. Applicants should have an active research agenda that leads to high-quality peer reviewed publications and the ability to mentor student projects. Also responsible for the advisement of students and participation as part of a departmental team engaged in continuous improvement efforts.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience engaging with learners and communities representing varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in PreK-12 educational settings
• Prior experience teaching at the college level
• Flexibility to teach evening courses as part of our growing graduate program offerings

Required Application Documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References
Benefits:
The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity - Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.
About the Department/School:
The Teacher Education Department is a member of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences along with departments for Psychology, Crime and Justice Studies, and Social Work. The Teacher Education Department offers a variety of teacher preparation programs including: (1) elementary education, grades 1-6, with dual certification for students with disabilities (2) birth through second grade add-on teacher certification, and (3) adolescence education, grades 7 - 12, with dual certification for students with disabilities in eight content areas (English, math, social studies, biology, chemistry, earth science, Spanish, and French). The department also offers two master's level degrees: Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Science in Education, Contemporary Curriculum & Instruction.
The Teacher Education Department and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences are committed to advancing an inclusive climate.
About Marist University:
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about
Type of Position:
Full-time
Classification:
Faculty (Full-Time)
Work Schedule:
Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school activities, scholarship/professional development, and other activities as needed.
Location:
Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings:
1
Equal Employment Statement:
Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.
Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.
Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.
Advertised: July 30, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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