Job Description
Wyoming Excellence Chair in Mathematics Education Full
Professor The University of Wyoming seeks a Wyoming Excellence Chair in
Mathematics Education, Full Professor Click here to view position profile:
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Location: Laramie, Wyoming
The Position: The University of Wyoming (UW) invites applications and nominations
for candidates to serve as the Wyoming Excellence Chair in
Mathematics Education. The University is seeking a dynamic,
collaborative, creative, and established scholar with a background
in and commitment to mathematics education. The ideal candidate
will possess a strong scholarship record, extensive professional
accomplishments, a history of successful extramural funding, and
solid leadership skills.
The Wyoming Excellence Chair in Mathematics Education is a 9-month,
full-time, tenured position that reports to the Dean of the College
of Education. In addition to a salary commensurate with the status
of a high-profile, established scholar, this position provides
access to discretionary funds to promote a robust research,
teaching, and service agenda in mathematics education.
As a land-grant institution with a strong commitment to serving the
state, UW employs Excellence Chairs charged with providing
impactful leadership in research, teaching, and statewide
engagement. This role is grounded in the mission of the Wyoming
Excellence in Higher Education Endowment: to strengthen education
across Wyoming through meaningful scholarship, high-quality
instruction, and dedicated service.
This professorship supports the College of Education's two doctoral
degrees:
- The PhD in Mathematics Education: Students complete this
online degree (with one semester on campus), in preparation for
pursuing a career as a professor or researcher.
- The EdD with concentrations in Curriculum and Instruction
and Mathematics Education are applied programs that offer
training and experience in problem-based research, curriculum, and
field experience for leaders in school districts or related
organizations.
The College of Education also offers a Secondary Education
Mathematics Education B.A., which is nationally recognized by the
Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
(AAQEP).
The Wyoming Excellence Chair in Mathematics Education serves as
part of a vibrant, growing faculty that engages in developing
high-quality math educators. The Excellence Chair collaborates
across disciplines and with the
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Teaching Center , advancing best practices in mathematics
education and striving for national prominence in the field. The
Chair works as part of a team contributing to collective goals. As
such, the Chair is expected to participate in regular College
meetings, shared planning, and team-based projects.
As a state-funded position, the role includes expectations for
ongoing service in response to Wyoming's needs. The work of the
Excellence Chair will directly benefit Wyoming educators, students,
and educational systems. This is an outward-facing position charged
with contributing to initiatives that directly support educational
development, including teacher professional development, curriculum
design, and research dissemination with practical application in
Wyoming's K-12 classrooms. This position requires a committed and
advanced scholar, invested in forging multi-disciplinary
partnerships, and available to work on campus and actively engage
in outreach with local school districts throughout the state.
Responsibilities: Research, Scholarship & State Impact
- Lead a nationally recognized and externally funded research
agenda that addresses critical challenges in mathematics education,
with particular attention to the needs of Wyoming's rural, remote,
and underserved communities/districts.
- Produce high-impact scholarship that informs policy and
practice, strengthens mathematics education systems statewide, and
advances the field at large.
- Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed
publications, national conferences, and practitioner-focused
outlets.
- Establish and sustain research-practice partnerships with
school districts, education agencies, and community stakeholders
across Wyoming.
- Submit annual impact reports in alignment with the Wyoming
Excellence in Higher Education Endowment's statutory requirements,
documenting progress in research, teaching, and service to the
state.
Instruction & Mentorship
- Unless otherwise arranged with the Dean of the College of
Education, teach a 2-1 or 1-2 annual course load, with a reduced
1-1 load during the first year to support the successful launch of
a research and outreach agenda.
- Deliver high-quality instruction in mathematics education at
both the undergraduate and graduate levels, in formats responsive
to Wyoming's geographic and workforce needs.
- Recruit, mentor, and advise graduate students, supporting the
preparation of the next generation of mathematics education
professionals and scholars.
Outreach, Statewide Service, and Policy Engagement
- Actively engage in outreach aligned with UW's land-grant
mission, including:
- Providing professional development for Wyoming
educators,
- Offering technical assistance to school districts,
- Collaborating with state agencies to inform policy and
practice,
- Prioritizing service to rural and underrepresented communities
across the state,
- Serving as a public scholar representing UW in statewide
forums, advisory groups, and educational collaboratives,
- Representing the College of Education's mathematics education
program when information, presentations, or engagement is requested
by key external stakeholders.
Leadership & College Engagement
- Contribute to academic leadership within the College of
Education, supporting program development and interdisciplinary
initiatives.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for faculty and graduate
students in mathematics education in related areas.
- Help enhance the visibility and impact of the College's
mathematics education programs, especially across the state.
Grants, Funding & Innovation
- Secure competitive external funding from federal agencies,
foundations, and other relevant sources to support research,
program development, and outreach.
- Leverage endowed resources to launch innovative programming,
develop technology-enhanced instruction, and build sustainable
statewide partnerships.
Qualifications: Minimum
- A terminal degree in mathematics education or a related
field.
- Earned rank of tenured full professor at an accredited
university or advanced associate rank with accomplishments
sufficient for promotion to the rank of professor upon hire at the
University of Wyoming.
- Evidence of an established line of exemplary empirical research
and active publishing in math education that reflects a unique and
timely line of inquiry.
- Demonstrated expertise in teaching at both graduate and
undergraduate levels, across multiple instructional modalities,
with significant online teaching experience.
- A commitment to teaching practices that address all student
needs, and a record of excellence in teaching employing innovative
approaches, as well as faculty and student mentorship.
- Experience with developing course materials and syllabi as well
as assisting with faculty development.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with diverse
stakeholders, including K-12 schools, community organizations, and
academic institutions, and a record of engaging with professional
organizations in the field.
- Willingness to travel across the state in the capacity of
serving as a mathematics education advocate, connecting with local
school districts throughout Wyoming, as well as state and local
government entities.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that
is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
The successful candidate will have some or all of this
experience, as well
- Experience with evaluation and reporting on mathematics
education programs aligned to accreditation standards.
- Leadership experience in academic administration, including
fiscal management, faculty evaluation, and program
management.
- A demonstrated track record of successful grant writing and
securing extramural funding in support of academic
scholarship.
- Demonstrated experience engaging external constituents in
professional development.
- Experience working with rural populations.
- Successful experience recruiting students and maximizing
enrollment.
- Experience collaborating with stakeholders in school districts
and at the state level.
- Experience teaching in K-12 math education settings.
About the College of Education: The College of Education shares in the land grant mission of the
University of Wyoming and maintains an abiding commitment to the
ongoing growth and vitality of educators and counselors across
Wyoming. In this context, the College provides outstanding
research-based programs leading to initial licensure and
certification for the teachers, counselors, and leaders in
Wyoming's schools, and mental health counselors in Wyoming's rural
communities. As importantly, the College's programs provide
essential support for teachers and counselors across the arc of
their careers.
The College of
Education develops and delivers cutting-edge instruction and
professional support across Wyoming's expansive geography, which
presents unique opportunities for innovation in teaching and
learning. The College's work reflects this by incorporating
globally innovative forms of competency-based learning, mentoring
through communities of practice, and college and career readiness
pathways that prepare educators for all settings and
environments.
The College's role in the state presents a singular opportunity for
scholars committed to the large-scale impact of their scholarship
while also providing a significant responsibility to be
knowledgeable, engaged actors through their work and programs. As
the only four-year, public institution in the state, members of the
College of Education community bear the substantial weight of
connecting research to practice, informing policy and action
directly. No university in the country enjoys such immediate access
to the state-level policy environment.
The College has over 1,100 students studying across four
baccalaureate program areas and eight graduate programs offering
MS, PhD, and EdD degrees, along with a range of post-graduate
certificates in Counseling and Education. More than 50 full-time
faculty, 20 professional staff, and 15 graduate assistants bring
these programs to life. The College is home to the
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Wellspring Counseling Clinic , the
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Teaching Center , the
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Center and Clinic , the UW
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Center , the
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Initiative , the
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Wyoming Early Childhood Outreach Network , and the
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Partnership . The College has more than 24,000 living alumni.
More than 3,300 alumni currently work in
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public schools.
The College of Education is currently led by the John P. Ellbogen
Dean, Jenna Shim. Shim, a professor in the School of Teacher
Education, has served as the associate dean for academic affairs
and graduate studies for the past three years. She joined the UW
faculty in 2009 and has also served as associate director in the
School of Education; program coordinator for the English as a
Second Language (ESL) graduate program in the School of Teacher
Education; and founder of the annual Wyoming ESL and DLI (dual
language immersion) Conference.
About the University of Wyoming: Nestled amid the beauty of two mountain ranges in southeastern
Wyoming, you will find the nationally recognized teaching and
research institution, the
University of Wyoming (UW) .
Established as a land-grant institution in 1886 when Wyoming was
still a territory, UW has since grown to nearly 200 areas of study,
drawing approximately 10,800 students from all 50 states and 83
countries. UW is known for its accomplished faculty and world-class
facilities, its low student/faculty ratio, and quality
undergraduate and graduate online and classroom-based programs
within its 11 colleges and schools. To learn more, please visit
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Throughout its existence, UW has been the only four-year public
university in the state of Wyoming, and it maintains close
relationships with the state's eight community colleges. UW's
global impact begins with innovative undergraduate and graduate
research opportunities and extends through state and federal
partnerships and recent initiatives such as the School of
Computing, Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and
Governor Gordon's Wyoming Innovation Partnership. UW has played an
important role in the lives of students and Wyoming residents for
138 years. Outside Magazine identified Laramie as "the perfect
affordable mountain town," noting the cost of living; access to
outdoor activities; food, art, and culture; and the influence of
UW, including its academic and other offerings. Furthermore,
Wyoming ranked #5 in the U.S. News and World Report's "Best States
for Higher Education". In the area of tuition and fees, Wyoming
ranks No. 2 in part because of its low cost for University of
Wyoming students. UW's tuition and fees for resident undergraduates
are the lowest in the nation among doctoral degree-granting
institutions. The University community is working collaboratively
to help the University reinforce and strengthen its reputation as
it adapts to changing economic factors in the state and beyond. The
University's strategic roadmap,
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Wyoming 2023+: A Strategic Plan for the University of Wyoming,"
demonstrates that it is an exciting time to be a part of UW as the
institution embarks on ambitious and impactful initiatives.
To Apply: The University of Wyoming, in consultation with Summit Search
Solutions, Inc., will begin a confidential review of application
materials immediately and continue until the position is filled;
parties who apply by
October 6, 2025 , will be given first
consideration. Please submit a CV/resume and a letter that explains
your interest and related experience/qualifications upon
application. All applications and nominations will be held in
confidence.
To apply online, go to:
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For more information or to offer recommendations or
nominations: Tammarah Townes
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: (302) 388-9480
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applicant must possess the business capacity, competency, education
or other qualifications required for the position. If disabilities
do not materially interfere with performance of job duties,
disabled veterans will be given preference over able-bodied
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