Literacy Education – Full Time, Tenure Track

Asbury University; Wilmore (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Asbury University in Kentucky is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Literacy Education. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to the department’s literacy curriculum, and engage in service activities; appointment begins Fall 2027.

Responsibilities include teaching 24–25 credit hours annually, providing leadership for the literacy program, advising students, and collaborating with P-12 schools to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Literacy Education or closely related field.
• Experience with evidence-based literacy instruction, assessment and intervention.
• Experience mentoring preservice teachers or collaborating with P-12 schools.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24–25 credit hours in an academic year and advise students.
• Provide leadership to advance the literacy program and curriculum.
• Teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in person and online.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Assessment

Intervention

Mentoring preservice teachers

Collaboration with K-12 schools

Online teaching

Education

Terminal degree in Literacy Education or closely related field

Job description

Literacy Education – Full Time, Tenure Track

Department: School of Education
Job Type: Faculty
Status: Exempt
Deadline: 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 [e-mail]. For more information about the School of Education see: School of Education