National Louis University
Chicago, IL
Assistant Professor of Reading and Language
The National College of Education (NCE) at National Louis University (NLU) seeks a dynamic educator with demonstrated expertise in literacy teaching and learning to join its Reading and Language faculty. This is a full-time (10-month) Professional Practice appointment at the Assistant Professor rank (or rank commensurate with qualifications and experience).
NLU’s graduate program in reading is nationally recognized and offers Reading Teacher Endorsement (non-degree/M.Ed.) and Reading Specialist Preparation (M.Ed/EDS) in online, virtual, and on campus formats. Reading faculty also teach in the Teaching and Learning doctoral program (Reading, Language, & Literacy major).
We are currently seeking a colleague with an earned doctorate in literacy education and expertise in literacy assessment and the diagnosis of reading difficulties. A minimum of three years of preK-12 teaching is required as is research-based knowledge of literacy teaching and learning. Priority will be given to candidates with experience teaching in urban schools, working with bilingual/biliterate learners, and using technology to enhance student learning. Members of the faculty are expected to be involved with partner schools as well. This position is based in the Chicago area and may require travel to our four Chicago area campuses. Bilingual/biliterate candidates of diverse backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.
Essential Responsibilities
- Teach graduate courses in literacy methods to in-service (and possibly pre-service) teachers
- Work with cohorts of bilingual teachers who are teaching reading endorsements
- Teach doctoral level courses in literacy research
- Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement by collaborating with faculty in program and unit level evaluation, to develop program reports, assessment protocols, and cross disciplinary curriculum work
- Advise reading program graduate students, including service on dissertation committees
- Engage in an active program of scholarship related to these areas of expertise
- Contribute to program development, management and partnership coordination
- Engage in the learning-community life of National Louis University through active participation in meetings, committees, professional development, and collaborative projects involving faculty and staff
- Fulfill other faculty duties in Research & Scholarship, Service, Professional Development & Engagement domains
- Support adjunct faculty development within the program (particularly the practicum)
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