Assistant Professor Elementary Education

Assistant Professor - Elementary Education

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor - Elementary Education.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin September 15 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Stacy Reeves (). A completed application will include 1) a cover letter describing applicant strengths and qualifications for the position 2) a CV 3) the names and contact information of three individuals who can provide a recommendation 4) a teaching philosophy and 5) academic transcripts (unofficial are accepted but official transcripts are preferred and are necessary for hire). Application materials can be uploaded to the HR site found here: .

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g. H-1B).

Job Summary
The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for one (1) full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2027 with requirements to be present on campus. The research area of specialization for this position is open; preferred areas include math education or literacy education. Our faculty have established records of scholarship in culturally responsive education multilingual learners educational equity multimodal composition and inquiry among others.

We aim to recruit applicants who will produce impactful research and who will emphasize training to initial licensure candidates in the areas of elementary education to become technologically competent culturally responsive educators who have an impact on the learning of P-12 students. Additionally the successful applicant will effectively enrich in-service teachers attending our masters program in Curriculum and Instruction. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the School of Educations research service and teaching missions at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Southern Miss combines the research opportunities of a Carnegie R1 university with the personal connections of a close-knit interdisciplinary academic community. New faculty join a School of Education that values meaningful scholarship excellent teaching cross-program collaboration and intentional support for faculty development. The School of Educations Curriculum and Instruction and Elementary Education programs include bachelors and masters degrees and include face-to-face online and hybrid delivery formats. Hattiesburg and the Gulf Coast campuses offer the cultural and educational amenities of a university city along with short commutes affordable housing historic neighborhoods a strong local arts and restaurant community and convenient access to New Orleans and other cities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Developing a strong independent research program.
2. Collaborating with colleagues on program development and enhancement of pre-service and in-service teacher education programs.
3. Teaching and mentoring students across programs.
4. Seeking external funding.
5. Contributing to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.
6. Performing other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver accurate concise and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner to a diverse population.
• Experience setting clear performance expectations and provision of meaningful feedback.
• Experience and/or familiarity with technology use particularly in the online learning environment.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910 The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university earning distinction as one ofthe nations leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science ocean science spectator sports safety and security and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines including cybersecurity hydrographynutrition aquaculture kinesiology and economic development among others.

We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering information technology and ocean engineering. Were developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information visit.

Required Experience:

Junior IC