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INTRODUCTION
The Neag School of Educations Department of Curriculum and Instruction invites applications for a fulltime ninemonth tenuretrack faculty position in English Education at the rank of Associate/Full Professor to begin August 2025. The successful candidate will join a dynamic department and is expected to have an established research agenda of distinction in English Education commensurate with the rank of Associate/Full Professor. We are especially interested in applicants with a record of success working with preservice English teachers and who are prepared to undertake a key role in leading and advancing our English teacher preparation programs including course development teaching secondary English teaching methods courses and accreditation.
The University of Connecticuts Curriculum and Instruction programs are ranked among the top 30 of their kind in the nation per U.S. News & World Report. With nearly 30 faculty members the department offers concentrations in Agriculture Education Elementary Education Mathematics Education Music Education Reading/Language Arts Education Science Education Social Studies/History Education and World Languages Education in addition to English Education.
Founded in 1881 UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the states flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs CT four regional campuses throughout the state and 14 Schools and Colleges including a Law School in Hartford and Medical and Dental Schools at UConn Health in Farmington. The University has approximately 10000 faculty and staff and 32000 students including more than 24000 undergraduates and nearly 8000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution among the top public universities in the nation. Through research teaching service and outreach UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership integrity and engaged citizenship in its students faculty staff and alumni. UConn promotes the health and wellbeing of citizens by enhancing the social economic cultural and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly research and innovation areas. Today the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
TheNeagSchool of Education is one of the top 25 public graduate schools of education in the nation and stands out as a major contributor to instructional and research excellence at the University of Connecticut. With academic departments dedicated to educational leadership educational psychology and curriculum and instruction theNeagSchool also offers a fiveyear integrated bachelors/masters program in teacher education and a oneyear postbaccalaureate teacher education program.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in English Education advise preservice English teachers and lead our English teacher preparation programs which include: program maintenance improvement efforts course development and accreditation; conducting research and scholarly activities in areas of expertise; seeking extramural funding to support scholarly activities (as appropriate); applying understanding of issues of diversity equity and social justice to scholarship and teaching; advising students at all levels; working in collaboration with public school partners; and providing service to programs department school University State and professional communities. Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of underrepresented groups integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learners and intellectual interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Completed doctorate in education or related area with an emphasis in English Education or a related area.
- Established research agenda of distinction in English Education commensurate with the rank of Associate/Full Professor.
- Classroom teaching experience at the middle or secondary level.
- Demonstrated leadership in and/or commitment to preparing secondary English teachers.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- National leadership in English Education.
- Evidence of or potential for participating in externally funded research projects.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a range of English Education stakeholders.
- Direct experience in and/or commitment to supporting student learning in culturally and linguistically diverse settings.
- Potential to contribute to the diverse theoretical orientations and research methodologies in the department.
- Commitment to cultural diversity and literacy instruction that promotes social justice.
- Membership and involvement in professional organizations such as NCTE and/or AERA.
- Experience advising masters and doctoral students.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a fulltime 9month tenuretrack position with an anticipated start date of August 23 2025. The successful candidates primary academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus with the possibility of work at UConns regional campuses across the state. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a preemployment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Michele Back Search Chair at For more information regarding the Department of Curriculum and Instruction please visit the department website at.
This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
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