University of Kentucky
Assistant or Associate of Special Education
Lexington, KY

• Teach two courses each semester (fall and spring)
• Conduct a line of research relevant to special education (e.g., peer reviewed publications, grant proposals, presentations)
• Advise current and incoming students
• Engage with P12 and university faculty in program planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Ensure innovative programs comply with accreditation and state standards
• Serve on masters and doctoral committees
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession

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Irvine Valley College
English as a Second Language Instructor (Two or More Positions)
Irvine, CA

Job Description:

Application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on January 11, 2023

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with any changes in District policy and/or the faculty collective bargaining agreement.
• Teach English as a Second Language and related courses to a diverse student population.  This may include teaching a variety of ESL courses, which may include all levels of credit ESL, noncredit ESL (AESL), and language lab. This teaching position may include both day and evening classes, in-person and online classes, and program coordination responsibilities.
• Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions in support of student success.
• Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience with relevant pedagogical techniques to engage diverse student populations such as African American, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students.
• Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities.
• Engage in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support student success.
• Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle.
• Maintain formal office hours; stay current on information as discussed in department and division meetings.
• Provide an average of one (1) hour per week of college service that supports the division, college and/or District goals through active participation in one or more of the following categories: committee work on the department, division/school, college, and/or district level; non-classroom college, district, or community activities; department/division/school activities, events, or meetings; student club advisor activities or events.
• Remain current in your discipline, of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to assist and support student success.
• Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including comply with the applicable Course Outline of Record(s) (COR); respond to and evaluate student work regularly and consistently, inform students on a timely basis of their progress in the course throughout the term; and respond to student academic concerns, as appropriate, in a timely manner.  Comply with district, college and division policies in the performance of duties.
• Work cooperatively with staff and students.
• Regular and consistent performance of the requirements of your position.

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Western Oregon University
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Literacy
Monmouth, OR

Position Summary:
The Division of Education and Leadership seeks qualified applicants for an Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in Literacy. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure track position with summer session employment probable, should it be desired. Salary will be dependent upon qualification. Excellent benefits package. The College of Education is nationally recognized for its leadership in evidence-based teacher preparation and its efforts to connect teaching and learning. Western Oregon University is deeply committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment that embraces the diversity of its students, staff, administration, and faculty. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The individual hired for this position will teach undergraduate and graduate classes, face-to-face and online, and supervise graduate practicum students and teacher candidates. Other responsibilities include student advising, alternative calendar / off campus teaching, program development, and committee work. If eligible, this individual could also be included in an inaugural cluster hired to establish and promote the Ethnic Studies program at Western Oregon University, participating in a professional community with guaranteed summer compensation for three years for research and other activities related to this aspect of their work. The university strongly encourages applications from scholars of diverse backgrounds with a commitment to inclusive education.

Start Date: September 16, 2023

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Gateway Community & Technical College
Covington, KY
Adult Education Instructor in Grant & Kenton Counties

Job Summary

The Grant and County Adult Education Instructor position will teach GED preparation that includes Reading/Language Arts with a primary emphasis on Mathematics including subjects through the High School Algebra level. Duties will also include student testing, assessment, and advising, and will teach in both Kenton and Grant counties and will include instruction in the local jails.

Job Duties:

• Teach students in a GED prep track in both Kenton and Grant counties.
• Subjects will include Reading, Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics through the High School Algebra level.
• Classes at both local jails and in the community when needed.
• Develop lesson plans and implement instruction (could be in person and online) at various locations.
• Data collection including testing, academic progress and attendance
• Other duties as assigned.

• The schedule will include at least 2 evenings per week.
• The candidate hired must be able to pass the Test of Adult Basic Education at NRS Level 6 (12.9+) in both Reading and Mathematics.
• Approximately 25 hours per week will be in Kenton County and the remaining 12.5 hours will be in Grant County.

University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX
College of Education
Assistant/Associate Professor in Language and Literacy Studies

The University of Texas at Austin, Department of Curriculum and Instruction is seeking a faculty member in the Language and Literacy Studies (LLS) program at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, beginning in Fall 2023.

Position Description:

The LLS program seeks a dynamic candidate who has experience in public education and expertise in literacy education, especially candidates whose research, teaching, and service have prepared them to contribute to our commitments to diversity, inclusivity, and excellence. LLS program faculty include Denise Davila, Tracey T. Flores, Grace MyHyun Kim, Beth Maloch, Allison Skerrett, and Melissa Mosley Wetzel.

Applicants are expected to have or show potential for a track record of research excellence, including a strong record of refereed publications and a history of extramural funding and/or potential to obtain extramural funding. Applicants should also have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring, including a strong commitment to field-based teacher education, with a focus on enhancing equity and inclusion in the field and in practice.

Responsibilities:

1. Establish, conduct, and publish scholarly research, and seek external funding in the area of literacy education.
2. Teach reading methods; reading assessment and development and literacy courses in the early childhood/elementary-level teacher education program (EC-6).
3.  Teach graduate-level reading and literacy courses.
4.  Advise and recruit LLS program master’s and doctoral students.
5.  Provide leadership and service at the national, state, and local level related to literacy education.
   • Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring with a focus on enhancing equity and inclusion across the university and EC-6 educational settings.

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI
Assistant Professor of Education

Aquinas College is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Education.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate literacy education courses as well as courses within the assistant professor’s area of expertise. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester where each course is 4 credits. Opportunities for summer contracts to teach additional courses will also be available. This position will be responsible for maintaining oversight to ensure literacy program coherence among full-time and adjunct instructors and evaluating transfer courses related to the program.

Related responsibilities include maintaining office hours, advising and mentoring students, scholarly research (especially that which engages students in research experience), student outreach, and developing and maintaining competence with web-assisted teaching technology.

State University of New York at New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
Department of Teaching and Learning
Multiple Assistant Professor Tenure-Track Positions

The School of Education at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz is pleased to announce searches for three tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Teaching & Learning. It is our goal to hire a group of exceptional scholar-practitioners with a record of commitment to the academic success of historically marginalized groups of students and engagement in scholarly activity and service at the intersection of literacy education, anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Positions include the following lines and will begin August 2023:

• Assistant Professor of Literacy Education (tenure-track)
• Assistant Professor of Literacy Education (tenure-track)
• Assistant Professor of TESOL (tenure-track)

Duties:

• Consult with Early Childhood & Childhood Education program on literacy-based curricular offerings within that program.
• Teach and advise students in the graduate Literacy and/or Early Childhood & Childhood Education (ECCE) initial certification program.
• Contribute to scholarship in literacy education through research, publications, and presentations at regional, national, and international meetings.
• Provide service to the department, university, and local community by serving on School of Education and College committees, continuing and establishing partnerships with local school districts, and regularly contributing to curriculum and professional development activities with and for teacher candidates.
• One of the two positions will take on the responsibility of coordinating the graduate Literacy program. Examples of responsibilities include scheduling courses, recruiting and accepting graduate students, and collaborating with staff, part-time faculty, and graduate assistants. The graduate program coordinator receives release time for this work.