[Hiring] Assistant Professor in Teacher Education @National University

Role Description

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.

Essential Functions

• Teaching
  • 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.
• Scholarship
  • 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.
• Service
  • 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.

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.

Requirements

• Background check required.

Benefits

• Salary range: $66,560.00 - $105,355.00, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family.