University of Montana Western - Assistant/Associate Professor of P-8 Education --Literacy

Description

The University of Montana Western Division of Education welcomes applicants for an Assistant or Associate Professor specializing in Literacy Education, with an emphasis on courses related to P-8 literacy instruction methods. Primary responsibilities will include teaching experientially based courses in education, including but not limited to, theory, curriculum, and methods of literacy education. Candidates will also have a demonstrated and ongoing commitment to serving culturally and linguistically diverse students. Courses may be taught in both online and/or face-to-face formats. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain professionalism, scholarly productivity, professional service, advising, and committee work.

 

The University of Montana Western’s mission statement states: The University of Montana Western differentiates itself and achieves academic excellence by sustaining a culture of concentrated experiential education. All Montana Western faculty are therefore expected to create experiential learning environments where students take an active role in their own learning.

Department: Education

Position: Full-time (10-month), tenure-track with full benefit package

Wage: Up to $54,000 for Assistant Professor and up to $60,000 for Associate Professor, as per CBA

Union Affiliation: MFPE

Starting Date: August 1, 2025

 

Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• have earned doctorate from an accredited university in Reading and Literacy Studies, Curriculum & Instruction, Teacher Education, or related discipline with significant coursework in the area of literacy instruction by contract start date (ABD will be considered)
• have demonstrated success teaching in face-to-face and online courses at the post-secondary level
• have demonstrated the ability to work well as a member of a team
• have taught for three or more years in a K-12 setting
• have demonstrated potential to effectively engage and collaborate with a diverse array of K-12 partners and stakeholders in teacher preparation

 

Preferred:

 

The successful candidate may:

• have experience in the operation of a university-based reading clinic, used to support a master’s level or bachelor's level (or both) degree in K-12 literacy
• have experience working with diverse student populations
• have the ability to embrace new teaching technologies

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2024, but will remain open until the position is filled.

 

A complete application includes:

1. Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Official or Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required at time of hire)

4. Professional References – names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

 

 

The University and Dillon Area

 

The University of Montana Western is a dynamic, innovative, undergraduate university with over 70 full-time faculty and over 1,200 students. It is located in Dillon, Montana in the scenic Rocky Mountains and has been awarded numerous top national rankings for delivering high quality, affordable education.

Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering Experience One (X1), experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.

The University of Montana Western is an integral part of the Dillon Community. With a population of 5,000 people, Dillon is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities, and an excellent quality of life.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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