Assistant Professor of Reading, Literacy, and Language

Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, GA
Assistant Professor of Reading, Literacy, and Language

The Department of Professional Learning and Innovation at the Georgia College & State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Reading, Literacy, and Language. This position will support undergraduate teacher education candidates as well as graduate students seeking MAT Certification and teachers seeking advanced knowledge and skills in Reading, Literacy, and Language.

Responsibilities

Faculty – Teaching/Instructing –

Teaching Responsibilities

  • Regular course meetings and instruction as defined in the position description
  • Mentoring students
  • Ability to contribute to the core curriculum.

Faculty responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in Reading/Literacy, engaging in scholarly activities, and providing service to the program, department, university, profession, and community. Courses are taught both on campus and in an on-line environment and faculty are expected to regularly come to campus.

Faculty employees also contribute to the Georgia College and State University core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses. All Georgia College and State University faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and mon-majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage students as they launch their intellectual journey.

Faculty – Scholarship and Creative Activity –

Faculty are expected to conduct research and develop within the profession. The following represents some research and professional development possibilities:

  • Publications in refereed journals
  • Presentations at professional meetings
  • Grant applications
  • Membership and participation in professional organizations

Faculty – Public Service –

Public Service is often a part of the service expectations and might include activities, such as the following.

  • Consulting work
  • Service to the profession
  • Membership and participation in community organizations
  • Other significant services to the community

Faculty – Service to Institution –

Service to the Institution includes:

  • Committee memberships and offices
  • Programs directed and advised
  • Participation in special programs or projects
  • Other service in the institution

For more information about the position and to apply, click here.