Assistant Professor in Elementary Education​/Literacy; Spanish-English Specialization

Assistant Professor in Elementary Education/Literacy (Spanish-English) Specialization

Job no: 558796
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Fullerton
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA
- California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty
- Education/Library Science

Position:
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Elementary Education/Literacy (Spanish-English) Specialization, appointment beginning Fall 2027. This role supports diverse learners in elementary education and literacy in English and Spanish-English bilingual contexts within the College of Education.

• Develop and teach credential and graduate courses in TK-8 teaching, with an emphasis on reading and literacy/language arts methods in bilingual contexts.
• Provide cohort leadership and field supervision in multicultural urban environments.
• Contribute to departmental life, advise and mentor students, engage in scholarly research and publishing, serve on committees, and participate in community and professional service.
• Support the College of Education’s commitment to just, equitable, and inclusive education.

• Earned doctorate in education with an emphasis in language and literacy, reading, or related field by time of appointment.
• Current or expired clear Multiple Subject/Elementary teaching credential with three years of teaching experience in diverse TK-8 settings OR three years of equivalent teaching experience.
• Evidence of biliteracy in Spanish-English.
• Experience using asset-based and developmentally appropriate literacy and dual-language pedagogies.
• Experience with student-centered approaches to integrating technology into teaching and learning environments.
• Experience facilitating learning in hybrid and online environments.
• Demonstrated advocacy and successful programming for communities of color and historically underserved populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to just, equitable, and inclusive education in teaching, scholarship, or service.

• Multiple Subject/Elementary teaching credential.
• Experience working with multilingual communities and commitment to honoring plurilingualism and promoting language equity.
• Experience teaching in Spanish (e.g., after school programs, research projects, newcomer programs, dual language, dual immersion programs).
• Experience collaborating with colleagues and community.

A complete online application is required. Provide the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications.
• Teaching statement.
• Diversity statement on just, equitable, and inclusive education, including at least one of the following:
  • Your contributions to advancing principles focused on JEIE.
  • How you incorporate JEIE principles into instructional practices, research, or service activities.
  • Personal experiences with JEIE.
  • Qualifications that enhance your ability to work with diverse learners and stakeholders.
• List of three references with contact information.

All application materials must be received by October 1, 2026.

Assistant Professor (Academic Year) salary range: $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 payments per academic year). Anticipated hiring range: $7,239 to $7,381 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The package includes health, vision, and dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee waiver; campus child‑care; and a defined‑benefit retirement through the state system. For details, see the university’s total wellness page.

This position is open to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. The university provides equal opportunity in education and employment in accordance with federal and California law.

Multiple positions may be hired based on the strength of the applicant pool. International candidates are not currently sponsored for H‑1B petitions.

All candidates must complete a satisfactory background check before a formal job offer is extended.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.