Assistant Professor Teaching Literacy

Touro College & University System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Touro University is seeking an Assistant Professor to design and teach in the Masters Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12, in online and occasional in-person formats in New York City and nearby areas.

You will advise masters candidates, engage in faculty collaboration, and contribute to program improvement and accreditation while advancing scholarly work in literacy education.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or ABD with anticipated conferral within one year.
• 3+ years PreK-12 classroom teaching with diverse learners.
• Experience with assessment and data-driven instruction.

Responsibilities

• Designs and teaches graduate courses online and in-person in NYC area.
• Advise and supervise masters candidates; participate in committees.
• Foster equitable literacy education and collaborative learning.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Intercultural skills

Technology literacy

Canvas

Online learning platforms

Education

Doctorate in Education or related field (ABD with anticipated conferral within one year)

PreK-12 classroom teaching experience (3+ years)

Assessment/data use in PreK-12

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Zoom/Adobe Connect/Yuja

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Professor plays a pivotal role in the masters Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12. Working closely with the Program Chair, the individual is responsible for designing and delivering program courses that focus on teaching literacy skills to students in the PreK-12 grade levels and ensuring overall program effectiveness. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in literacy education. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the professor advises and supervises masters-degree candidates, actively participates in faculty collaborative learning, GAE committees and demonstrates scholarly productivity in the field of literacy education.

Responsibilities

• Designs, revises, and teaches graduate courses in Touro University Master's Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12, both in online and occasional in-person formats in New York City and adjacent areas
• Maintains knowledge of current PreK-12 literacy curricula, including literacy education methodologies
• Experience with assessment and effective teaching methodologies for students with diverse needs utilizing a variety of instructional delivery methods, instructional and assistive technologies, and educational resources for educational equity and access, both in online and in-person settings
• Supervises candidates during clinical practice
• Serves as an instructional leader, facilitating and participating with collaborative faculty teams, course revisions, and developing and sustaining transformative pedagogy in graduate teaching and learning, whether online or in-person
• Builds and maintains clinical partnerships with schools and mentors in PreK-12 education, fostering connections and contributes to the development of a clinically rich teacher education preparation program
• Provides academic advisement to program candidates and outreach to potential candidates
• Maintains a current record of scholarly activities and publications, as well as professional service
• Serves on Graduate School of Education committees, participating in both online and in-person meetings as required
• Supports and contributes to program level continuous improvement for national/professional accreditation
• Engages in successful grant writing
• Upholds the missions and values of Touro University and the Graduate School of Education in both online and in-person contexts
• Attends three in-person faculty retreats per academic year in September, January, and June
• Performs other duties as assigned, which may include both online and in-person responsibilities

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Earned doctorate in Education, or related field, ABD with anticipated conferral date within one year of hire considered
• Successful PreK-12 classroom teaching experience of three or more years, working with students who have diverse learning needs
• Successful experience in assessment and data use in the PreK-12 classroom with evidence of positive learning and development for diverse groups of students
• Experience in course and program design
• Commitment to culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy
• Demonstrated ability for scholarly productivity

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of success as an educator preparer at the college or university level in traditional classrooms and online, including familiarity with online teaching platforms and programs
• Experience using Canvas and other technology in educational settings
• Active involvement in professional organizations
• Successful grant writing
• Expertise in urban education
• Experience with students with multiple special needs
• Knowledge of school and community-based programs and experience building partnerships in diverse communities is highly desirable

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication, teaching, and interpersonal/intercultural skills across a wide range of mediums (including social media)
• Technology Skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, & Outlook
• Proficiency in online learning platforms including Canvas, Adobe Connect, Zoom, PlayPosit, Yuja and other digital media

Certifications/Licensures

• Please include a cover letter with salary expectations.

Travel

• Some travel to Touro University GSE sites in New York City, including occasional evenings

Maximum Salary

USD $79,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $63,200.00/Yr.