Montclair State University College of Education and Human Services: Faculty & Staff Position Announcement

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		POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
DATE	August 2011
TITLE/RANK	Open Rank
DEPARTMENT	Early Childhood, Elementary and Literacy Education
DESCRIPTION	Tenure-track position in a vibrant teacher education program with an innovative curriculum for a faculty member with expertise in Elementary Inclusion/Special Education and Literacy. Appointment includes teaching a range of undergraduate and graduate courses for elementary teacher candidates; mentoring/supervising teacher candidates in diverse and inclusive practicum settings; building strong partnerships with schools, school faculty, and communities; and contributing to the department with a strong vision and innovative programs. Position may also include serving as a faculty member in the Ed.D. program in Teacher Education and Teacher Development. Faculty members are expected to be active scholars; develop a significant body of refereed publications; advise students; engage in curriculum development; participate in department, college, and university committees; and teach both on and off campus.
QUALIFICATIONS	Earned doctorate in Literacy Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Curriculum and Teaching, or related field, with a strong emphasis on elementary literacy for inclusive and special education settings. Successful teaching at the elementary level or equivalent required. A well-defined research agenda and evidence of scholarly activities required. Expertise in urban education, teaching English language learners, on-line teaching, and assessment methods preferred. Experience with doctoral-level teaching and advising desirable. The department and the College of Education and Human Services are committed to student and faculty diversity and value the educational benefits that derive from such diversity. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in and with socially, culturally, and economically diverse communities; have a commitment to education for social justice, democratic practice, and critical thinking; and/or are interested in addressing issues of literacy and inclusion/special education in research, teaching, and curriculum development.
SALARY RANGE	Salary dependent upon qualifications.
STARTING DATE	September 1, 2012
SEND (include V number)	Send application letter, resume, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Tamara Lucas, CEHS Associate Dean Montclair State University BOX C316 V- F5 Montclair, NJ 07043
APPLY BY	Review begins immediately and continues until position is filled.