New York University's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development invites applications for a non-tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor position in the NYU Teacher Residency in Social Studies Education and in the NYU-NY campus-based social studies programs. This is a 12-month position with the potential for extension, including for multi-year contracts. This position will begin September 1, 2024.  The appointed faculty member will be part of the Department of Teaching and Learning. We are wholly committed to furthering our commitment to diversity by substantially increasing the proportion of our faculty from historically underrepresented groups.  As a department, we are on an anti-racist journey and are striving to develop the most intellectually diverse, inclusive, anti-racist, and equitable institution that we can.  We especially encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: We are hiring for a Clinical Assistant Professor position in New York City.  Our preference is for a candidate with background and expertise in social studies education and urban education.  Expertise in LGBTQIA plus history and curriculum is particularly sought. Along with faculty responsibilities, the successful applicant will serve as Residency Director in the NYU Teacher Residency in New York City.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: ­Teach online modules in the Teacher Residency and in-person courses at NYU-NY. Collaborate with Department faculty on assessment and evaluation of study programs.  Serve as Residency Director providing liaison support between NYU Resident Interns and our district and charter partners in New York City. Collaborate with Department faculty to develop and implement communication processes with partner school leadership and onsite program liaisons.  Provide ongoing teaching efficacy and professionalism feedback to NYU Resident Teacher cohorts.  Provide professional development for Teaching Mentors within school settings.  Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop and implement in­-person and online professional learning communities for Resident Teachers, Teaching Mentors, and Teacher Residency graduates during the Induction year.  Assist in the facilitation of program orientations and other recruitment events.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $80,000-$120,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

QUALIFICATIONS: An earned doctorate in history/social studies education, teacher education, or a related field is required, as well as proven excellence as a teacher and strong scholarship in the applied professional fields of social studies education and urban education.  We particularly seek a scholar with expertise in the LGBTQIA plus curriculum and inclusion.  Minimum of 5 years experience teaching and/or working in complex urban settings required.  Demonstrated experience coaching and building leadership capacity in new and experienced teachers. We seek candidates who have knowledge and understanding of teacher residencies and demonstrated experience in and passion for work in urban schools. Comfort with technology-­enhanced education is required.

APPLICATIONS: Please apply online with a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, diversity statement (describing how you address diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and belonging in the scope of your teaching and broader work), and names and contact information for three referees to upload confidential letters.

Application review will begin on October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Additional information about the position may be obtained from Dr. Annaly Babb-Guerra, abg6@nyu.edu.

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