Faculty, Literacy Education National University Remote –ago

Compensation Range:

Annual Salary: $66,560.00 - $

National University – San Diego, California

Assistant Professor in Teacher and Literacy Education – Remote, USA

The Department of Teacher Education, in the Sanford College of Education at National University, invites applications for Assistant Professor of Teacher Education whose teaching and scholarly experience includes literacy education. Rank is commensurate with qualifications and experience . The successful candidate will have the potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship in their field and a commitment to serving the university’s diverse adult student body.

This position is remote with no residency requirements. This position works closely with other faculty within the discipline and administration contributing to programmatic strategies that ensure program quality, student engagement, and success. We seek a candidate who can leverage a background in California K–12 classroom teaching and evidence-based literacy to deliver instructional excellence, conduct research, and lead clinical practice and curriculum initiatives that prepare teacher candidates for diverse learning environments.

Candidates will be evaluated for their level of proficiency and potential (for excellence) in teaching, scholarship, and service. The main expectations of this position include:

• Teach and develop online courses in the following areas:
  Teacher Education, Literacy Education
• Maintain pedagogical and subject matter expertise in the instructor’s field.
• Create an inclusive and positive learning environment for diverse learners.
• Adhere to the National University’s academic integrity policy.

• Maintain a productive scholarship agenda suitable to a teaching university.
• Engage in scholarly activities to maintain professional growth.
• Participate in professional development as outlined in faculty policies.

• Participate in curriculum oversight, shared governance, and the student experience.
• Serve on committees at the program, department, school, college or/and university level and engage in community activities that promote program outreach and university goals.
• Participate in program meetings and advisory boards to integrate best practices and strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications :

• Terminal degree in education or related discipline required.
• Currently a resident of California for California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) purposes required.
• Hold an active, valid teaching credential in California required.
• Teaching and scholarly experience in literacy education required.
• Online higher education teaching experience with a diverse student body preferred.

• Background check required.

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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family.

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National University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative, and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.