Elementary Education Assistant or Associate Professor

The Department of Education at the University of Minnesota Duluth seeks to hire a full time elementary childhood educator of excellence, committed to anti-racist pedagogy and social justice. The salary for this position will be $69,000. This position will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.

Job duties and responsibilities for this full-time, tenure track position include teaching undergraduate and graduate pre-service or practicing teachers in area of specialization; supervising student teachers; advising students enrolled in education programs; serving on department, university, and state-wide committees; and other activities as assigned.

Scholarships, including research and publication, are required for tenure and promotion.

Required/Essential Qualifications:
Applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Elementary Education are required to have:

1. A Doctoral Degree in Education or a related field from a regionally accredited university, completed by the start of contract
2. Commitment to working with diverse populations and fostering diversity across campus
3. A record of strong research contributions in elementary education or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Three years of successful teaching in grades K-6
2. Evidence of ability to integrate social justice issues into the curriculum
3. Experience working with and teaching diverse and multilingual populations
4. Teaching experience particularly in reading, literacy, language development, literacy education, mathematics and social studies at the university level
5. Interest in K-6 community partnerships
6. Experience supervising students in K-6 school settings
7. Additional preferred qualifications include one or more of the following:
   1. experience teaching language development including multilingual models of Education
   2. experience teaching elementary social studies
   3. experience teaching elementary mathematics

The Department of Education is one of five departments in the College of Education and Human Service Professions and is the home of the Ruth Meyers Center for Indigenous Education. The Department offers 16 undergraduate teaching licensure programs. Licensure offerings include Early Childhood Education (to be launched in 2025); Integrated Elementary and Special Education; Secondary licensure options (Communication Arts and Literature, Earth and Space Science, Health, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social Studies); K-12 Educations (Art, Music, Physical Education, World Languages). Minors include: TESOL/TEFL; Early Childhood; Deaf Studies. Graduate offerings include a Master of Education degree and Community College Teaching Certificate. The Department of Education home page can be found at http://cehsp.d.umn.edu/departments-centers/educ.

The College of Education and Human Service Professions promotes research and practice in the social and human sciences. Our collective teaching, scholarship, and service support student development as engaged citizens, reflective learners, critical thinkers, and evidence-informed practitioners in a culturally sensitive, socially-just learning environment. The college is committed to and is a campus leader in the areas of diversity/anti-racist work, community outreach and sustainability. The college has been nationally and regionally recognized for programs that partner with and serve Indigenous communities.

The University of Minnesota Duluth was recently ranked one of the top 50 regional universities in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Reports). The campus offers a robust set of American Indian programs and is in close proximity to many Indigenous nations. The city of Duluth, located approximately two and a half hours north of Minneapolis, is nationally ranked as one of the best places to live and work. Perched at the western end of Gichigami (Lake Superior), the largest freshwater lake in the world and surrounded by natural forests, Duluth offers some of the best outdoor recreational activities and boasts of thriving industries in technology, healthcare, aviation, and education

Pay Rate: $69,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position, go to https://hr.umn.edu/Jobs/Find-Job and search for job opening 370759. Click on the job title to apply. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach your letter of application and CV. The additional document (references) must be attached by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading the document in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Complete applications will include:

1. Letter of Application addressing required and preferred qualifications. Please include details about your research agenda and commitment to anti-racist work.
2. Your current curriculum vitae

Professional references will be requested from finalists later in the search process via SkillSurvey References, the University's online, automated reference-checking tool.

Please note that the letter of application (cover letter) and curriculum vitae are uploaded during the application process. Once this is complete you can return to the application and upload professional reference information.

Completed online applications will be considered beginning November 24, 2025. The initial screening will be an anonymized review of the letter of application. Position will remain open until filled.

Please send any inquiries to: Tara Serck serck005@d.umn.edu

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).