Tenure-Track Literacy Education Professor

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcorn State University invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor, Literacy (Tenured/Tenure Track) in the Education department. The successful candidate will teach a specified load, guide students, and contribute to research in literacy education.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, advising, service on committees, and fostering a collaborative learning environment aligned with CAEP standards. The position is on the tenure track with opportunities for scholarly work.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a field related to literacy education or curriculum & instruction.
• Five years of college/university teaching experience preferred.
• Experience advising college students and mentoring.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in research and scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

• Teach a assigned load of literacy-related courses.
• Provide guidance and supervision to students.
• Develop curricula and contribute to teaching/learning excellence.
• Participate in departmental meetings and campus service.
• Mentor students and support faculty initiatives.
• Support CAEP standards and program assessment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Literacy methods

Student advising

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Elementary Education

Job description

Alcorn State University invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor, Literacy (Tenured/Tenure Track) in the Education department. The successful candidate will teach a specified load, guide students, and contribute to research in literacy education.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, advising, service on committees, and fostering a collaborative learning environment aligned with CAEP standards. The position is on the tenure track with opportunities for scholarly work.