Assistant Professor of Reading and Elementary Education

Wilkes University invites applicants for a full-time, 12-month Assistant Professor of Reading and Elementary Education serving the undergraduate department. The Dr. Richard Abbas Alley School of Education provides opportunities for students to grow academically, personally and professionally. The Early Childhood and Elementary program promotes an appreciation for diversity, child development, as well as a regard for research-based and innovative practices. The ethics of service and dedication are expected of Teacher Education students to meet the unique needs of all students within the learning community. Responsibilities & Duties The successful candidate will teach early literacy and math methods courses in online, hybrid and face-to-face courses as needed. They will also coordinate the Early Childhood Education pathway program, advise students enrolled in this program, and collaborate with early childcare centers across Pennsylvania. Qualifications An earned doctorate in education, child development, child and family studies, or a related discipline is required. A Reading/Literacy Specialist Certification or willingness to obtain one is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate successful collaboration, leadership in elementary education, and effective inclusive communication skills. Experience in online course development and online teaching, teacher certification and a minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience are required. Experience teaching in higher education is preferred. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in local and global education and an articulated scholarly research agenda with a high potential to progress on a tenure-track path. Wilkes University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city on the Susquehanna River within two and a half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wilkes University