Department: Division of Education & Counseling
Job Summary
The Division of Education and
Counseling at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Curriculum and Instruction at the
rank of aAssistant or aAssociate Professor, with a specialization in mathematics education, science education, or as a generalist who can
teach in both areas. The successful candidate will strengthen STEM teacher preparation through teaching, clinical supervision, scholarship,
and collaboration with K-12 schools and University partners.
We seek a collaborative faculty member committed to preparing teachers
for diverse learners and high-need urban schools, advancing educational equity, and supporting the recruitment, retention, and success of
teacher candidates. The successful candidate will contribute to state and national program accreditation and continuous improvement efforts
by gathering and analyzing assessment data, contributing to self-studies and reports, and aligning curriculum and clinical experiences with
applicable state and national expectations. The faculty member will also work with local school districts and state partners to support
candidate credentialing and program improvement.
The department is particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting
the success of students from diverse educational, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including those served by HBCUs. Successful
candidates will demonstrate a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments, reducing barriers to student achievement, and
advancing student engagement, persistence, and academic success for all learners.
Job
Duties
- Teach and continuously improve undergraduate and graduate courses in Curriculum and Instruction, including
mathematics education, science education, STEM education, and related teacher-preparation areas, consistent with the faculty member's
teaching capabilities and program needs. - Develop and deliver instruction in face-to-face and hybrid formats and align instruction
with Louisiana student standards, teacher-certification requirements, and relevant professional standards. - Demonstrate and apply
knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards, and standards and
guidance of the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and teacher
preparation. - Integrate evidence-based, inquiry-driven, and culturally responsive pedagogy that connects mathematics and science
learning to students' cultural backgrounds, community knowledge, and real-world experiences. Develop candidates' ability to analyze
assessment data and differentiate instruction. - Advise and mentor teacher candidates and provide discipline-specific supervision and
feedback during field experiences, student teaching, and residency experiences. - Develop and maintain an active research agenda in
mathematics education, science education, STEM equity, teacher preparation, or related areas, resulting in scholarly publications and
professional presentations and involving students when appropriate. - Pursue external funding as Principal Investigator or Co-Principal
Investigator and develop collaborative research and grant proposals with faculty in STEM and related disciplines. - Strengthen K-12
school and community partnerships through clinical supervision, teacher professional development, coaching, and collaborative research.
Collaborate with pre-college and K-12 STEM pipeline programs and faculty in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry, biology, and
related disciplines. - Contribute to curriculum and program development and STEM-focused recruitment and retention initiatives,
including pathways into teaching in high-need certification areas. - Assist with state and national accreditation, assessment,
candidate credentialing, data review, and continuous program improvement activities. - Provide service and leadership to Curriculum and
Instruction, the Division of Education and Counseling, the University, the profession, and local K-12 educational partnerships. - The
teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester and may be reduced when teaching hours are funded by a grant.
About the
Department
Education is one of Xavier's oldest areas of professional preparation, tracing its roots to a teacher-training
Normal School established in 1917, before the University's college was established in 1925. Today, Curriculum and Instruction continues this
tradition as one of three programs within the Division of Education and Counseling, alongside Educational Leadership and
Counseling.
Curriculum and Instruction offers undergraduate teacher-preparation programs, the Master of Arts in Curriculum and
Instruction, and the Master of Arts in Teaching, with pathways supporting elementary, middle, secondary, and all-level teaching and special
education. Guided by the Division's mission to prepare reflective professionals who serve as collaborative change agents toward a more just
and humane society, the program prepares educators to meet the needs of diverse learners. The faculty member will advance this mission by
strengthening mathematics and science teacher preparation, clinical practice, and partnerships with K-12 schools.
Minimum
Qualifications
- An earned Ph. D. in Curriculum and Instruction or a related field, with an emphasis in teaching and learning and
preparation in mathematics education, science education, and/or as a generalist able to teach across mathematics and science
education. - Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Curriculum and Instruction, including mathematics
education, science education, STEM education, and related teacher-preparation areas. - Demonstrated knowledge of the Next Generation
Science Standards (NGSS), National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards, and standards and guidance of the National Science
Teaching Association (NSTA), with the ability to apply relevant standards to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and teacher
preparation. - Demonstrated potential for excellence in advising, mentoring, and supervising teacher candidates in field experiences,
student teaching, residency experiences, or other clinical settings. - Ability to collaborate effectively with K-12 schools, school
districts, community partners, faculty, and other stakeholders to strengthen teacher preparation and clinical experiences. - Ability to
contribute to curriculum and program development, assessment, accreditation, candidate credentialing, data review, and continuous program
improvement. - Commitment to recruiting, preparing, supporting, and retaining teacher candidates for mathematics, science, STEM, and
other high-need certification areas. - Commitment to culturally responsive teaching, educational equity, and the preparation of
educators to serve diverse learners and communities. - Strong communication, organizational, research, and analytical skills, with the
ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. - Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, advising,
mentoring, and supervising teacher candidates, including students at HBCUs and students from diverse backgrounds. - Ability to develop
and maintain an independent research agenda that produces scholarly publications and supports the pursuit of external
funding. - Commitment to culturally responsive teaching, educational equity, and preparing teachers for diverse learners and high-need
schools. - Ability to contribute to program development and work collaboratively with faculty, school partners, and community
stakeholders. - Strong research and analytical skills, effective communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work
independently and collaboratively. - Write and Speak English proficiently.
Qualifications
- Successful experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in mathematics or science methods, STEM
pedagogy, curriculum and instruction, or related areas; - Experience supervising field experiences, student teaching, or residency and
providing discipline-specific feedback to teacher candidates; - Experience with inquiry-driven STEM instruction, culturally responsive
and urban education, educational technology, and the use of assessment data to support diverse learners; - A record of scholarship that
complements faculty expertise and advances mathematics/science education, STEM equity, teacher preparation, or community-engaged
research; - Experience developing grant proposals, securing external funding, or participating in interdisciplinary research
collaborations; - Experience building K-12 partnerships, providing professional development or coaching for practicing teachers, or
collaborating with pre-college STEM programs; - Experience recruiting and retaining undergraduate and graduate students from diverse
backgrounds, particularly candidates interested in STEM and other high-need teaching areas;and - Commitment to the mission of Xavier
University of Louisiana and service that promotes a more just and humane society.
Work Hours:
Full-Time
Posting Number: F201P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start
Date: 08/02/2027
Application Review Date: 10/16/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
How to Apply-Required Documentation:
Qualified
candidates are invited to apply using Xavier's online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials:
Enter
required documentation here:
- (1) A cover letter
- (2) a comprehensive CV
- (3) a statement of teaching
philosophy; - (4) a statement of research philosophy; and
recommendation. Letters of Recommendation must be on letterhead and signed and dated by the author.
Questions about the position
should be directed to the committee chair, Rachel Davis-Hayley ([contact details available in the full listing]).
Xavier
University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Department of Educational Leadership is especially interested
in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and
excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled.
Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3978
About Xavier
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine
Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic Historically Black College and
University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and
humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier University of Louisiana's
current enrollment is 3,419. Of these, 2,693 are undergraduates and 205 are graduate students enrolled in Masters and Doctoral programs in
the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition, there are 518 students enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, which offers the Master of Health
Science in Physician Assistant Studies, the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Doctor of Pharmacy. Xavier's student body
is 80% African American, with approximately 37% from Louisiana, primarily from the New Orleans area. The balance comes from 42 other states,
the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and several countries.
