Assistant Teaching Professor

Assistant Teaching Professor
Master of Arts in Teaching
College of Education
COE-3929L

Towson University\:
Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Position\:
The College of Education invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in the Master of Arts in Teaching Program. Preferred start date January 2027.

Qualifications\:
Master’s degree in education or related field; expertise in curriculum, instruction and supervision and a strong commitment to the teaching and mentoring of pre-service teachers and continuing professionals. Leadership skills to collaborate with the program director, faculty and professional development partners. Commitment to collaboration with public schools. Enthusiasm for working with graduate students who are pursuing initial teacher certification, have bachelor’s degrees in a non-related field and are seeking to enter the field of education.

Responsibilities\:
Teach a 12-credit course load each semester, including a combination of undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in education at on-campus and off-campus locations. Arrange internships and supervise interns in schools as needed. Collaborate with Partnership Schools and agencies in the surrounding communities.

The Department\:
This position is for the Master of Arts in Teaching Program.

Application Process\:
Required materials\: letter of application describing qualifications, curriculum vitae, copies of
certification/s, and three letters of reference. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Salary and Benefits\:
Targeted salary range\: $51,000 - $55,000 commensurate with experience.

Benefits\: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here for regular faculty/regular lecturer or here for contingent lecturer. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

Background Check\:
A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

COVID-19 Statement\:
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