Assistant Professor, Secondary Education

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in secondary education, including instructional methods, foundations, and curriculum design
• Advise and mentor students throughout the teacher preparation process
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and departmental initiatives
• Maintain a commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive, and evidence-based instruction
• Participate actively in school, university, and professional service

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Secondary Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field
• Ability to serve as the social studies education content area specialist for the department
• Demonstrated teaching excellence, organizational, and communication skills
• Familiarity with teacher certification standards and state education requirements, particularly in New York
• Commitment to equity, access, and culturally responsive education

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience in grades 7-12 settings
• Knowledge of accreditation processes (e.g., CAEP) and assessment practices

Benefits

• High-quality health care plans
• Retirement benefits
• Tuition discounts
• Flexible spending options

About the Company

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy is proud to serve a highly diverse student body and is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment that helps students transform their lives through high-quality education.