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Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
University of Colorado Colorado Springs announces an opening for Director of The Writing Center. Ph.D. is required. Experience in a college writing center, academic support center, or peer tutoring program and university/college teaching experience are required. For details and to apply, go to www.jobsatcu.com (refer to posting number 817769). Review will begin January 15, 2013. The University of Colorado is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages a diversity of applicants.
Southern Connecticut State University, English Education (tenure-track, assistant professor)
PhD in English required by time of appointment. Preferred qualifications include at least four years of exemplary work as an ELA teacher in a public secondary school, experience with critical media literacy in the secondary ed curriculum, and a demonstrated knowledge of both NCTE Teacher-Training Standards and Common Core State Standards. Workload is 12 credits per semester.
For full description and application process, go to http://www.southernct.edu/employment/Job_Openings/english3/#gsWidgetAnchor30983
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Lincoln Land Community College is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position in English beginning fall semester of 2013. Duties will include teaching 15 contact hours per semester. Candidates should hold at least a Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours of concentration in composition pedagogy, including developmental composition theory and practice. Starting salary will be between $40,003 and $67,432. Interested applicants need to apply online at www.llcc.edu/hr no later than January 11, 2013.
The English Program at Indiana University Southeast in New Albany, Indiana, seeks candidates for a tenure-track Advanced Assistant Professor of English (Composition & Rhetoric) beginning fall semester 2013. Responsibilities include teaching a variety of writing courses at all levels, curriculum development, student advising, active scholarship, continuing professional development, and service to the program and the University, including Writing Program Administration. For more information and how to apply go to http://www.ius.edu/hr.
Assistant Professor of Technical Communication
The Technical Communication Program in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor of Technical Communication. The tenure track position begins August 2013.
A PhD in Technical Communication or related field is required. For a full ad description, visit http://engr.iupui.edu/tlc/news.shtml?menu=news.
For application details and to apply, visit https://www.et.iupui.edu/apply/index.asp?pos=00038343. Applications must be received by December 31, 2012.
IUPUI is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
The University of Maine at Machias invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in education.
Responsibilities include: teaching undergraduate K-12 literacy methods, children's literature, and foundation courses via live, web and blended modes; teaching developmental reading/writing courses; supervising K-12 field experiences; advising students; contributing to the development of an environmental literacy curriculum and providing service to the college, pre-K-12 schools and educators, community, and professional organizations.
For more information www.machias.edu
English/Writing Lab Coordinator
Anticipated Faculty Vacancy
The University of Maine at Augusta (www.uma.edu) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time tenure-track English/Writing Lab Coordinator faculty to direct the writing center on the Augusta campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching two courses per semester and directing all activities of the writing center. Review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates should visit the University’s web site at http://www.uma.maine.edu/office-of-human-resources/employment-opportunities/ for additional information. EEO/AA employer.
Maryland
Massachusetts
Berklee College of Music is seeking applicants for the Chair, Liberal Arts Department. The Department offers an innovative Liberal Arts Program that includes courses and minors in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences. Reporting to the Dean of the Professional Education Division, the Chair will serve as the academic/administrative leader of the Department. This is a 12-month administrative position with renewable contract.
Additional information including application instructions can be found at: https://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=323&company_id=16215&version=1&source=ONLINE&jobOwner=992545&aid=1
Michigan
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Cultural Rhetorics & Digital Humanities
Company Name: Michigan State University
Apply Link: http://www.Click2Apply.net/9z2v34n
Company Website: https://jobs.msu.edu
Northern Michigan University, Developmental English/Reading (Assistant Professor, tenure-track) beginning Fall 2013. Specialty in developmental reading and/or literacy required; secondary areas in composition and TESL/TEFL desirable. Doctorate preferred; candidates with an M.A. or M.S. in English or Education with emphasis in reading will be considered if they have extensive practical experience and/or a portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals. For more information or to apply, visit https://employme.nmu.edu. Posted until January 6, 2013.
Delta College located in mid-Michigan has an opening for a full-time, tenure-track English Instructor to begin in the Fall semester, 2013.
Required qualifications:
1. Masters degree in English or related field (i.e. Reading, Fine Arts Writing, Linguistics,
etc.) required. Significant coursework in Writing and/or Reading required.
2. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
For a complete job description and instructions on how to apply, visit: http://www.delta.edu/humres.aspx.
The Blake School is looking for a creative and experienced educator to serve as the PK-12 English Language Arts Department Chair for the 2013-2014 school year. Candidates should have a deep understanding of teaching and learning, be well versed in research findings, and have experience working with a variety of grade levels. Department Chairs will work closely with divisional leaders at all grade levels, and report directly to the Assistant Head of School. Visit http://www.blakeschool.org.
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
Opening for Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor in Literacy Education at Hunter College—CUNY.
Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Childhood Education and MS in Literacy programs.
Earned doctorate in literacy education or a related field; evidence of active research agenda; minimum of three years K-8 teaching experience.
See full job description at CUNY First. http://hr.hunter.cuny.edu/jobs/facultyjobs.html
Submit (electronically) letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three current letters of reference to litsearch@hunter.cuny.edu
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Early Childhood and Adolescent Education
Two Full-time, Tenure-Track Positions
The Department of Early Childhood and Adolescent Education is seeking applicants for two Permanent Tenure-Track Faculty Positions whose primary teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate level courses related to Early Childhood Education and Reading and Literacy. View both complete/separate job descriptions, at www.bloomu.edu/jobs. See postings listed under faculty, Tenure-track positions for Early Childhood and Adolescent Education.
AA/EEO Employer.
Puerto Rico
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Elementary Education. The Eugene T. Moore School of Education at Clemson University seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in elementary language arts at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applicants must have earned doctorate in elementary language arts education or related field before August 2013. Send: transcripts, letter of application, curriculum vita, and a sample of scholarly writing to Ms. Donna Duncan, at donnad@clemson.edu; have 3 individuals send a letter of reference to the same address.
English Education. The Eugene T. Moore School of Education at Clemson University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Secondary Education-English beginning Fall Semester 2013. Qualifications: Earned doctorate in English Education or related field and a minimum of three years of successful secondary school teaching experience. To apply, send transcripts, letter of application, curriculum vita, a sample of scholarly writing, and have 3 letters of reference sent to Ms. Donna Duncan, at donnad@clemson.edu.
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
The University of Texas at El Paso Department of English: Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning September 1, 2013, specializing in English Education/Literacy Education with expertise in elementary, middle school, and/or secondary English Language Arts pedagogy. Responsibilities include conducting an active research agenda and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including but not limited to children’s literature, writing processes of children, new and multimodal literacies, teaching methodology, grammar, and young adult literature. Additional information is available at
http://admin.utep.edu/DesktopModules/DNN%20Faculty%20Job%20Board/MoreInfoJob.aspx?Mid=32087&ItemID=818
Utah
2013 Diversity Hiring Fair!
The Potomac School and Eastern Educational Resource Collaborative (EastEd) will be hosting the 2nd Annual Diversity Hiring Fair on Saturday, February 9, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Potomac School, 1301 Potomac School Road, McLean VA 22101. The Fair is for all teachers and administrators interested in careers with Independent Schools.
For more information and to register, please visit us at http://www.potomacschool.org/about-us/employment/Diversity-Hiring-Fair/index.aspx.
Washington
Assistant Professor in English specializing in reading and literacy for diverse learners: Eastern Washington University invites applications for this tenure track position which begins 9/15/2013. Position will teach courses to include literacy development and ELL methods courses. Requires doctorate with an emphasis in Literacy/Reading and/or ELL to be conferred by start date, plus 2 years teaching reading, literacy and/or ESL at the K-8 level. Complete position and qualifications information plus application instructions available at: https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu
This tenure track faculty position in Literacy, beginning Fall, 2013, is a 9-month appointment for assistant/associate professor. This requires a Doctorate in Education with specialty in reading/literacy. ABD considered. Possession of or eligibility for a valid U.S. teaching certificate required. Committee work, scholarly activity, and professional/community service are expected of all faculty members. Please visit our website at https://jobs.cwu.edu. CWU is an AA/EOE/Title IX Institution.
Assistant Professor in English specializing in preparation of secondary teachers of English Language Arts: Eastern Washington University invites applications for this tenure track position which begins 9/15/2013. Position will teach courses designed for future teachers of literature, language, and writing. Requires doctorate or terminal degree to be conferred no later than the position start date, plus 2 years teaching English Language Arts at the 6-12 level. Complete position information and application instructions available at: https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
National
The National Urban Alliance for Effective Education (NUA) educational mentor positions.
NUA, a dynamic non-profit collegial organization partners with districts around the country to improve learning outcomes for students. We seek highly qualified mentors to serve as independent contractors in the areas of literacy and/or English language learners. Mentors provide seminars, demonstration lessons, coaching, and technical assistance to teachers and administrators. Visit http://www.nuatc.org to learn more about us and apply to become a NUA Mentor.
International
Give the gift of language at Disney English.
We’re looking for people like you to teach English to children in China. Here, you’ll use our award-winning curriculum, innovative technology and storytelling techniques to educate children ages 2 through 12 in a way that only Disney can.
With 12 to 15-month contracts available, you’ll have the opportunity to:
• Belong to a world-renowned company
• Share your passion with people from around the world
• Immerse yourself in the rich Chinese culture
For more information visit: http://disneyenglish.disneycareers.com
EOE.