The Department of Teacher Education, Educational Leadership, and Policy (TEELP) invites applications for an Assistant Professor position to become part of the Secondary Education program and work with undergraduate and graduate students in TEELP. The candidate’s research and teaching experience will reflect preparation in secondary education Math and/or Science with a specialization in urban and/or rural and Indigenous settings as well as with Martinez/Yazzie student populations: Hispanic,…
Indigenous, Economically Disadvantaged, Multilingual, Special Needs. The successful candidate will have a completed Ph.D. or Ed.D. in math and/or science education, curriculum and instruction, and/or closely related fields by the starting date of the appointment. The successful candidate will have experience teaching math and/or science within secondary education (6-12) and working with the various student populations that represent New Mexico: Hispanic, Indigenous, Economically Disadvantaged, Multilingual, Special Needs. Experience with program development, particularly related to STEM secondary education, is also preferred.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Earned doctorate from an accredited university in MATH AND/OR SCIENCE Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field. All requirements for the doctorate must be completed by the time of the start date of the appointment.
2. Minimum of three years of successful experience as a Secondary MATH AND/OR SCIENCE educator (6-12).
3. Evidence of research related to the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Minimum of five (5) years of experience teaching MATH AND/OR SCIENCE in public secondary (grades 6-12) schools in urban, rural, or high-need districts.
2. Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.
3. Evidence of excellence or potential for excellence in teaching courses in Secondary MATH AND/OR SCIENCE education, MATH AND/OR SCIENCE methods, or related field.
4. Evidence of excellence or potential for excellence in conducting research in Secondary MATH AND/OR SCIENCE education.
5. Ability to propose and develop innovative courses and programs that support professional learning for teachers around MATH AND/OR SCIENCE that would also be embraced as relevant and timely for the Peoples of New Mexico.
6. Experience with or knowledge of MATH AND/OR SCIENCE education in urban and/or rural and Indigenous settings as well as with Yazzie/Martinez student populations for 5 plus years: Hispanic, Indigenous, Economically Disadvantaged, Multilingual, Special Needs.
To apply, candidates should submit a complete application for review, including all of the following items. Only application materials requested will be considered:
1. A signed letter of application (cover letter), including a statement of qualifications in relation to the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications criteria described below. Because the University is committed to serving the rich and varied cultures and communities of New Mexico, applicants should include information about how they will further this objective in their cover letter. Please limit the application letter to two pages.
2. A statement of teaching where you discuss your teaching philosophy and how you prepare pre/in-service teachers who can successfully serve Martinez/Yazzie student populations: Hispanic, Indigenous, Economically Disadvantaged, Multilingual, Special Needs. Please limit the teaching statement to two pages.
3. A statement of research where you discuss your research area and how you prepare pre/in-service teachers who can successfully serve Martinez/Yazzie student populations: Hispanic, Indigenous, Economically Disadvantaged, Multilingual, Special Needs. Please limit the teaching statement to two pages.
4. A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV).
5. Transcripts of all graduate coursework (from highest degree and content area; unofficial are acceptable for application submission, but official transcripts are required if selected for a campus interview).
6. The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references.
7. A letter from the graduate chair indicating the status of dissertation work (required only for Doctoral Candidate applicants).
Only requested application materials will be considered.
Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
For best consideration, please apply by 11/4/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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