Assistant Professor of Education

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

• Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Hiawatha Smith

Search Chair

hiawatha.smith@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials by May 31, 2024.

View our excellent benefits at:

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

Posting Details

Position Information

UW - System Position Title Assistant Professor of Education

Business Title

Major Department Code Teacher Education (J113000)

Appointment Type Faculty

FLSA Status Exempt

FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100

Typical Working Schedule

Dependent upon class schedule, research agenda and service responsibilities

Hybrid or On Campus On Campus

Position Summary

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position. The successful candidate will teach elementary/middle school (K-8) literacy methods courses on a team responsible for a practicum-based program serving elementary education pre-student teachers. Preferred qualifications include the ability to teach courses in Early Childhood, Special Education, or Middle-Level Methods. The position also requires: 1) supervision of pre-student teachers in K-8 settings; 2) integrating appropriate technology into instruction; 3) advising undergraduate and graduate students; 4) working collaboratively on departmental, college, and university committees and K-8 partnerships; 5) other activities as assigned. Compensation is based on qualifications, including education and experience. The University expects engagement in scholarly activity, including research, scholarship, or creative endeavors that support its programs. The individual hired is expected to demonstrate a commitment to high-impact, research-based, practicum-embedded teaching. Opportunities exist for optional summer employment through teaching and research grants.

Responsibilities

Teaching Duties: 100%

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in support of literacy education (K-8) based on the successful candidate’s educational background and departmental needs.

• The standard teaching load is 12 credits per semester.

• Supervise pre-student teachers in practicum placements

• Serve as academic advisor for elementary and graduate education students or student research projects

• Engage in research and scholarly activity

• Participate in faculty governance and service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels

• Perform community service where academic expertise can be shared

• Collaborate as a departmental team member

• Other activities as assigned

  Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications:

• Education Requirements:

• Earned doctoral degree in literacy education or a related field by August 22, 2024 ( ABD with a confirmed completion date prior to the start of employment will be considered).

• Experience Requirements:

• Documented evidence of a minimum of three years of successful teaching experience in K-8 settings

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in research-based literacy education and instruction

• Demonstrated experience in and commitment to preparing effective, culturally competent teachers to incorporate research-based teaching practices into literacy instruction within teacher education settings (and/or professional development settings)

Qualifications Preferred:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Early Childhood, Special Education, or Middle-Level Methods

• Demonstrated experience and an understanding of effective teaching and student engagement practices with undergraduate and graduate college students

• Evidence of expertise in preparing educators in language arts, K-8 (e.g., literacy coaching, training or professional development, writing instruction, literacy assessment, literacy program leadership)

• Demonstrated ability to advise undergraduate and graduate students

• Demonstrated ability to supervise pre-student and student teachers in practicum-based settings

• Demonstration of a beginning scholarly activity related to literacy education, teacher education, and development, or related areas

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate professionally orally and in writing

• Ability to collaborate as a team member

• Experience preparing teacher candidates for licensure assessments (e.g., Foundations of Reading Test [ FORT ], edTPA)

• Demonstrated experience with and commitment to working with diverse populations

  Posting Detail Information

  Posting Number AAF00941

  Number of Vacancies 1

  Desired Start Date 08/26/2024

  Position End Date (if temporary)

  Open Date 04/30/2024

  Closing Date

  Applicant Review Date 06/01/2024

  Open Until Filled Yes

  Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

• Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Hiawatha Smith

Search Chair

hiawatha.smith@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials by May 31, 2024.

View our excellent benefits at:

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

Legal Notices

EEO/AA Statement

UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

Title IX Notice

As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.

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Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.

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