Assistant professor education

The LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education at the University of Akron ( invites applications for a (tenure-track) Assistant Professor position starting in August 2026.

Required Qualifications:

1. Earned doctorate in Education or similar doctorate-level degree related to education; degree must be conferred by start date.

2. Evidence of minimum 3 years successful classroom teaching experience in PK-8 setting

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience working in urban education

2. Experience teaching at the university level

3. Experience with curriculum development

4. Experience teaching primary methods courses

5. Evidence of ability to conduct research in urban education at a level of national recognition.

6. Instructional coaching in PreK-8 setting

Teaching load is 9 credits per semester with 3 credit load release each semester for research.

The mission of The LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education is to build a cohort of teacher-scholars through community engaged teaching, research, and service. Specifically, as an urban research university, we are particularly interested in scholars whose work touches on the pressing needs of cities and urban communities. The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience. Therefore we invite applicants to demonstrate in their application materials how they can contribute, through their teaching, scholarship, and community-engaged service, to these ongoing efforts.

Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements

Additional Position Information:

Compensation: Competative.

Application Instructions: Please include CV, cover letter addressing how applicant fills the required and preferred qualifications, transcripts, and the name and contact information of three references.

Application Deadline: December 1st, 2025

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

American Association of University Professors

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Iron Bones

Email:

[email protected]

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our

Non-Discrimination Statement

for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

All About UA

The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education.

The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches.

As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems.

We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders.

For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our

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Benefits

The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our

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