Lecturer Reading and Literacy Curriculum and Instruction

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The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a 9-month renewable reading instructional academic staff in the area of literacy education with an emphasis on reading and language arts education beginning August 2026.

This full-time position is responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in the Elementary/Middle School teacher preparation program providing service and/or performing comparable duties to those of teaching faculty members.

The successful candidate will be able to teach literacy instruction literacy assessment and literacy theory and as part of the teacher preparation programs. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities provide academic advising to students and supervise pre-student teaching and student teaching field experiences. All instructional academic staff at UW-Whitewater may be required to teach online and hybrid classes evening and weekend classes and provide service to the university and the local community in a variety of modalities including committee work leading Learning Communities mentoring students and providing professional development for colleagues schools and community groups. Experience working with diverse populations and a commitment to working with non-traditional students are essential for this position.

Responsibilities:

Full-time teaching responsibilities include teaching literacy courses service practicum supervision and student teaching field experiences. Service responsibilities include committee and professional service relevant to the candidates expertise and interest and serving as academic advisors/mentors to students. Instructional academic staff at UW-W may be required to teach online and in a hybrid format or courses in the evenings or on weekends.

College Information:

The College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to developing professionals who are lifelong learners creators of knowledge and leaders of character and integrity. Responding to the changing needs within our global society our programs prepare professionals to actively engage in an open democratic society inclusive of diverse populations. As a premier center for global learning the Colleges focus on depth of knowledge and academic excellence provides our students with the requisites to be leaders dedicated to change in their communities.

The College of Education and Professional Studies prepares Wisconsins largest number of teachers among 33 institutions. More than 2200 students are enrolled in seven departments: Communication Sciences and disorders; Counselor Education; Curriculum and Instruction; Educational Foundations; Kinesiology; Leadership Military Science and Aerospace Studies; and Special Education.

Within the College there are nearly 100 faculty and academic staff members of which 90% have earned addition to teaching and research obligations faculty and staff are actively involved in professional and specialty organizations. Many hold regional state national and international offices and serve on professional committees and advisory boards.

The administrative offices and several departments of the College of Education and Professional Studies are located in Winther Hall named after the Colleges first dean Adolph I. Winther. The Communication Sciences & Disorders Department is in the Roseman Building and the Kinesiology Department is in the Williams Center.

Department Information:

The Curriculum and Instruction Department in the UW-Whitewater College of Education & Professional Studies (COEPS) allows students to prepare for careers as teachers. Students may choose the Early Childhood Program the Elementary/Middle School Program or a Middle/Secondary School each program students are prepared for Department of Public Instruction (DPI) licensure.

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) houses numerous teacher preparation programs along with programs for add-on licenses for certified teachers and the MSE Professional Studies MSE in Reading Instruction and Dyslexia Intervention MSE Early Childhood Education Policy and administrator certificates for principal director of instruction and director of pupil services. We are proud of our programs that lead to licensure either a first-time license or an add-on license. As they move through their coursework students combine a commitment to education with a solid liberal arts foundation a teaching major and the study of teaching. All students engage in at least three school-based clinical experiences that allow them to apply their knowledge to actual classroom situations preparing them to be effective teachers and instructional leaders in our changing schools. The faculty and staff recognize that graduates of our programs play a vital role in the lives of children and families in Wisconsin and around the world.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this please contact Human Resources.UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations

• Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction

• Facilitates classroom online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses including assessment of student performance

Department:

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting salarycommensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• A masters degree in literacy education or a related field is required.

• Strong credentials in reading/literacy instruction with skills in the foundations of reading writing and critical discourse.

• A minimum of three years of K-12 teaching experience is required along with an equivalent background to qualify for a Wisconsin reading teacher license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D) in literacy education or a closely related field and an equivalent background to qualify for a Wisconsin reading specialist license are preferred.

• University-level teaching experience in reading academic advising and supervision; a demonstrated commitment to preparing teachers within a multicultural context; collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-departmental teams; and experience with online instruction.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover letter/letter of interest

• Statement of teaching philosophy

• Curriculum Vita

• Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)

• Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)

Contact Information:

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact us at or

For questions regarding this position please contact:

Dr. May Vang

To Ensure Consideration:

Applications received byNovember 30th 2025are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.