How to hire an assistant professor of education

How to hire an assistant professor of education, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant professor of education hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant professor of education job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant professor of education
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The assistant professor of education hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An assistant professor of education's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant professors of education from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of assistant professor of education salaries for various roles:

   Type of Assistant Professor Of Education	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Professor Of Education	Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and career and technical subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.	$20-40
   Faculty	A faculty member is a professional whose primary responsibility is to provide teaching and research to students in colleges and universities. Faculties must work with colleagues to design a curriculum to keep up with the changes in the discipline... Show more	$20-73
   French Teacher	A french teacher specializes in teaching the french language among students. Although the extent of their responsibilities usually depends on their institution or company of employment, it usually includes preparing lessons and coursework plans, presenting audio and visual learning materials, organizing individual and group activities, administering examinations, grading quizzes and tests, and assisting students as necessary... Show more	$18-30

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Educational Leadership
   • Teacher Education
   • K-12
   • Professional Development
   • Social Justice
   • Education Programs
   • Program Development
   • Research Methods
   • Curriculum Development
   • Elementary Education
   • Conduct Research
   • Science Education
   • Mathematics
   • Multicultural

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   Responsibilities:

   • Co-Direct and manage the Ph.D. program in mathematics education.
   • Develop and manage syllabus materials.
   • Serve on numerous NCATE committees and advise graduate students.
   • Research materials and class literature to be teach and use by the students.
   • Conduct research on multicultural issues in school systems and infusing curriculum with non-European curriculum.
   • Conduct comprehensive anesthetic evaluations and formulate anesthetic plan pertinent to surgery, patient health and physiology.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant professor of education job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An assistant professor of education salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an assistant professor of education in Kentucky may be lower than in California, and an entry-level assistant professor of education usually earns less than a senior-level assistant professor of education. Additionally, an assistant professor of education with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average assistant professor of education salary

   $60,188yearly

   $28.94 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant professor of education salary

   $42,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 13, 2025

   Average assistant professor of education salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$77,664	$37
   2	Utah	$71,199	$34
   3	Nevada	$69,215	$33
   4	New York	$69,065	$33
   5	Maryland	$65,939	$32
   6	Georgia	$64,088	$31
   7	Washington	$63,466	$31
   8	Florida	$63,113	$30
   9	Michigan	$62,867	$30
   10	Minnesota	$62,387	$30
   11	Arizona	$59,981	$29
   12	North Dakota	$59,916	$29
   13	Kansas	$59,861	$29
   14	Missouri	$59,801	$29
   15	Virginia	$59,076	$28
   16	Pennsylvania	$59,043	$28
   17	Indiana	$58,088	$28
   18	Ohio	$57,686	$28
   19	North Carolina	$57,477	$28
   20	Illinois	$56,791	$27

   Average assistant professor of education salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	New York University	$107,934	$51.89	25
   2	Baylor College of Medicine	$101,713	$48.90
   3	Emory University	$100,253	$48.20	66
   4	Children's Hospital Los Angeles	$91,971	$44.22
   5	University of Delaware	$80,259	$38.59	27
   6	Saint Louis University	$76,779	$36.91	16
   7	University of Southern California	$76,655	$36.85	1
   8	Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs	$76,144	$36.61
   9	California State University, Fullerton	$75,308	$36.21
   10	The City University of New York	$74,858	$35.99	241
   11	UMiami Health System	$74,072	$35.61	82
   12	Creighton University	$72,331	$34.77
   13	Rutgers University	$72,312	$34.77	392
   14	St. John's University	$72,217	$34.72	14
   15	University of Mississippi	$72,103	$34.66	15
   16	Rowan University	$72,027	$34.63	38
   17	University of La Verne	$71,922	$34.58	29
   18	California Polytechnic State University	$71,525	$34.39
   19	North Carolina A&T State University	$71,405	$34.33	85
   20	LaGuardia Community College	$70,687	$33.98

4. Writing an assistant professor of education job description

   An assistant professor of education job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an assistant professor of education job description:

   Assistant professor of education job description example

   School/College School of Education
   Title School of Education - Assistant Professor Faculty Position - Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling; Human Studies
   Assignment Category Full-Time
   Rank Assistant Professor
   Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track
   Payroll Status Faculty 9
   Job Description
   The selected candidate will be responsible for: teaching core classes as well as classes within the Marriage, Couples, and Family concentrations (e.g., relationships and sexuality, marriage and couples counseling, advanced marriage and family techniques, etc.); advising graduate students; participating in admissions processes; clinical supervision in the UAB Community Counseling Clinic; and university, local, regional, and/or national service.
   
   Required Qualifications
   • Receipt of an earned doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited university or have related doctoral degrees and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013.
   • A clear counselor educator identity
   • LMFT credential and LMFT-eligible in Alabama
   • Familiarity with CACREP accreditation standards and processes
   • Evidence of effective teaching and a minimum of 1 year of supervision experience in Marriage, Couples, and Family counseling
   • Evidence of membership in and engagement with professional organizations in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
   • Evidence of professionalism, collegiality, and team orientation
   • Experience with technology-assisted instruction
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   Preferred Qualifications
   Posting Detail Information
   
   Posting Number F1924P
   Open Date 09/01/2022
   Close Date
   Open Until Filled Yes
   Special Instructions to Applicants
   EEO Statement
   UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
   
   COVID-19 Vaccination Statement
   The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
   
   Pre-employment Background Check
   A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
   
   Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right assistant professor of education for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit assistant professors of education, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant professor of education

   Once you've selected the best assistant professor of education candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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