An Education Professor leads courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Until Filled
Asbury University is looking for a qualified candidate for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Literacy Education.
POSITION
A search is in process to secure a qualified faculty candidate for a vacant position for the Fall of 2027. The appointment is for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position.
INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT
Asbury University is an independent, Christian, liberal arts university in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. In the desire to be a more inclusive community, reflective of the Kingdom of God, we especially encourage applications from women and from candidates from various ethnic backgrounds. At Asbury University, employees must display a committed and dynamic Christian faith along with the ability to support the University's Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards, and mission. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to University policies and procedures - including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines, Human Sexuality Statement, and the Standard of Conduct for employees. Asbury University does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.
DEPARTMENT
The School of Education serves approximately 350 undergraduate and graduate students. The department offers programs in undergraduate and graduate education, including Elementary, Middle, Secondary, P-12, ESL, LBD, Literacy, and Educational Leadership.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach 24-25 credit hours in an academic year as well as other duties assigned, including advising. The successful candidate will provide leadership in advancing the department's Literacy program and curriculum. Primary responsibilities include teaching in person and online for both undergraduate and graduate courses.
ACADEMIC RANK
Tenure track; Assistant Professor, salary is competitive with comparable institutions.
REQUIREMENTS
Terminal degree in Literacy Education or a closely related field is required. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in general education and literacy education, contributing to the preparation of future educators for diverse P-12 classrooms. Preference is given to candidates who have experience with evidence-based literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention; experience working with diverse learners; and experience mentoring preservice teachers or collaborating with P-12 schools.
COMPENSATION
Compensation is competitive and dependent upon education and experience.
INQUIRY PROCESS
Questions may be directed to Human Resources, Asbury University at .
Interested candidates should email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement describing the current vitality of your personal Christian faith to or mail to:
Asbury University
Human Resources
1 Macklem Drive
Wilmore, KY 40390
