Assistant Professor, English Education

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type
Faculty, Tenure Track

Classification Title
Assistant Professor

Position's Functional Title
Assistant Professor, English Education

Position Start Date
08/16/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position Summary

The Division of Arts and Letters at Governors State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of English Education. Candidates must hold a terminal degree in English Education or an Ed.D. with an advanced degree in English, or a closely related field with a specialization in teacher education. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in English methods, reading theory, writing theory, literature (particularly children’s and young adult literature), as well as supervise student teachers and coordinate the university supervisors of student teachers. The candidate will also teach first-year writing courses in GSU’s general education program. Preferred qualifications include a familiarity with NCTE / CAEP review processes, edTPA (or other state performance assessment), educational technology, and curriculum design. In order to be a leading candidate in this search, in addition to the aforementioned requirements, the candidate must demonstrate outstanding potential for excellence in teaching through a successful interview and/or classroom demonstration and be experienced in the use of innovative curricular approaches that are student-centered, inquiry-based and hands-on. Successful applicants should also be prepared to maintain a program of scholarship, and provide meaningful service. Candidates may be required to teach at night, on weekends, online, or at off campus locations.
To apply, please visit http://employment.govst.edu . Candidates should submit a cover letter detailing: teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and research interests; a curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation. For full consideration, please submit materials by March 15th. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be held via Zoom or WebEx. Please contact Dr. Rashidah Muhammad, rmuhammad@govst.edu if you have questions.
Governors State University is the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving approximately 5,000 students annually. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students. With among the lowest undergraduate tuition in Illinois, GSU offers accredited programs that have earned high praise from national accrediting agencies. The university has an ambitious five-year Academic Master Plan, greatly expanding current programs. GSU has developed a state-of-the art General Education program and student academic and support services to foster student and community engagement. New faculty at GSU must demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to work with students at all levels, from first-year to graduate.
Through its Strategy 2025, GSU emphasizes excellence, access, and innovation. Students benefit from the university’s high academic quality, range of convenient class times, increasing hybrid and online offerings, and outstanding educational value. GSU seeks to become a national leader in successful transfer of community college students to universities, and is leading through the Kresge-supported Dual Degree Program, with features such as tuition lock-in at GSU for academically eligible community college students who commit to earn an Associate Degree and attend college full-time. GSU offers several applied doctoral degrees in health, counseling fields and Interdisciplinary Leadership.
The exceptionally beautiful campus is conveniently located within easy reach by road and rail to Chicago and surrounding communities that have a wealth of cultural and natural attractions. The highly diverse region GSU serves has a number of high performing schools and engaged communities as well as struggling urban, suburban, and rural communities. GSU serves as a public square, working to foster educational opportunities for all populations.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Ph.D., Ed.D, or other terminal degree in English, English Education or closely-related field.
2. License to teach secondary language arts (grades 8-12) or ability to ensure license is in good standing prior to hire (e.g. renewal of lapsed license).
3. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
4. Documented record of an ability to make intellectual contributions through scholarly publications/presentations consistent with the maintenance of AQ (“Academically Qualified”) faculty status under accreditation standards.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Familiarity with NCTE / CAEP review processes, edTPA (or other state performance assessment), educational technology, and curriculum design.
2. Experience supervising student teachers and coordinating the university supervisors of student teachers.
3. Experience teaching first-year writing.
4. Interest in and ability to develop and teach online (web-based) courses.

Posting Date
05/26/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Posting Number
FA0564P

Type of Search
External

Quicklink for Posting
https://employment.govst.edu/postings/8184

Employee ID

Department

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please visit http://employment.govst.edu . Candidates should submit a cover letter detailing: teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and research interests; a curriculum vitae; and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will be held via Zoom or WebEx. Please contact Dr. Rashidah Muhammad, rmuhammad@govst.edu if you have questions.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • Doctorate Degree
   • ABD
2. * What academic discipline did you earn your degree(s) in?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Do you have experience teaching at the college/university level?
   • yes
   • no
4. * Do you have experience in developing and/or teaching online (web-based) courses?
   • No
   • No but interested and able to do so
   • Yes I have taught online courses
   • Yes I have developed online courses
   • Yes, I have developed and taught online courses

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Transcripts
5. List of Three Professional References

Optional Documents

1. Other
2. Other2
3. Other3
4. Other4
5. Letter of Recommendation