Assistant Professor-1

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum ofCertificate and Associates degree programsmore than thirtyUndergraduate programs Masters degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations an internationally renowned Vesper Choir Marching Band Concert Bands Wind Symphony nationally recognized debate team award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON) students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same to provide a high quality affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Curriculum and Instruction

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Position Summary
The Assistant Professor is a tenure-track faculty position that integrates teaching scholarship service and coordination of the EPP program. The faculty member provides high-quality undergraduate and graduate instruction while serving as the academic lead for the reading instruction.
The position supports educator preparation by ensuring alignment with state licensure requirements CAEP accreditation standards and institutional priorities. The faculty member reports to the Department Chair of Curriculum and Instruction and collaborates with the Dean advisors certification staff and PK12 partners.
Appointment Details
Appointment Type: Tenure-track faculty appointment
Rank: Assistant Professor
Reports To: Department Chair Curriculum and Instruction
Appointment Length: Nine (9) months (with possible summer assignment)
Teaching Assignment: Twelve (12) semester credit hours per term including undergraduate and graduate coursework adjusted as appropriate for program coordination responsibilities
Primary Role Allocation
CategoryPercentage
Teaching & Advising50%
Scholarship & Research25%
Service Leadership & Program Coordination25%



Teaching and Advising (50%)
Teach a combined load of undergraduate and graduate courses totaling twelve (12) semester credit hours per term in areas such as curriculum instruction assessment methods and professional practice.
Deliver instruction aligned with CAEP standards state licensure competencies and institutional learning outcomes.
Incorporate evidence-based instructional strategies technology and inclusive pedagogical practices.
Advise undergraduate and graduate students on coursework program milestones licensure requirements and degree completion.
Supervise field-based clinical internship residency and capstone experiences as assigned.
Model excellence in teaching and contribute to curriculum coherence across undergraduate and graduate programs.
Coordinate curriculum planning course sequencing scheduling and cohort management.
Ensure program alignment with Arkansas licensure requirements CAEP standards and institutional policies.
Lead admissions review student progression monitoring and candidate support systems.
Collaborate with advisors certification officers clinical coordinators and district partners.
Lead data collection assessment reporting and continuous improvement efforts for reading instruction.
Prepare required reports for accreditation state approval and internal review.
Scholarship and Research (25%)
Maintain an active scholarly agenda in curriculum and instruction teacher education assessment or related fields.
Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at regional state or national conferences.
Engage in collaborative research and where appropriate involve undergraduate and graduate students.
Seek external funding and contribute to grant initiatives supporting educator preparation.
Service and Institutional Engagement
(Within 25% Service/Leadership Allocation)
Serve on departmental college and university committees.
Contribute to accreditation assessment and quality assurance activities.
Support recruitment orientation and retention of undergraduate and graduate students.
Build and sustain partnerships with PK12 schools and districts.
Participate in professional service related to educator preparation.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Earned doctoral degree (PhD or EdD) in Curriculum and Instruction Teacher Education or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
oABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is imminent.
Teaching Experience
Demonstrated effectiveness teaching undergraduate and/or graduate coursework in education-related fields.
Program or Leadership Experience
Experience in program coordination curriculum leadership assessment advising or accreditation-related work is required or expected by the time of tenure consideration.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching in both undergraduate and graduate educator preparation programs.
Familiarity with CAEP accreditation state licensure systems and educator preparation accountability.
Knowledge of edTPA Praxis or clinical supervision models.
Evidence of or potential for grant writing and funded initiatives.


Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge
Knowledge of curriculum design instructional theory and pedagogy across P12 settings.
Knowledge of educator preparation standards licensure requirements and accreditation processes.
Knowledge of assessment data use and continuous improvement practices.
Skills
Strong teaching and course design skills for undergraduate and graduate instruction.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Advising mentoring and organizational skills.
Ability to analyze program and student data for improvement.
Abilities
Ability to manage a 12-credit-hour teaching load while coordinating a graduate program.
Ability to collaborate with faculty staff students and school partners.
Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage administrative and instructional responsibilities.
Ability to model professionalism equity-centered practice and instructional excellence.
Additional Information
Summer teaching or coordination assignments may be available subject to funding and program needs.
Teaching assignments may be adjusted in accordance with coordination responsibilities and departmental workload policy.

Required Education and Experience

Education

• Earneddoctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.)in Reading Literacy Education Curriculum & Instruction with a Literacy emphasis or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• At least18 graduate credit hours in Reading/Literacy.
• Minimum of3 years of P12 teaching experience.
• Valid teaching license/certification in Reading Literacy Elementary Education or a related area.
• Evidence of successful teaching at the P12 and/or higher education level.
• Knowledge of theScience of Readingand evidence-based literacy practices.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate reading/literacy courses.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarship research and service.

• Reading Specialist endorsement and/or National Board Certification.
• Experience preparing teacher candidates for state licensure examinations including Foundations of Reading.
• Experience with CAEP accreditation assessment and program evaluation.
• Online teaching experience using learning management systems.
• Record of scholarly publications presentations and/or grant activity.
• Experience supervising teacher candidates during clinical practice or residency experiences.
• Expertise in theScience of Reading and Foundations of Reading competencies.
• Experience working with diverse and high-needs school districts.
• Ability to supportPraxis and Foundations of Reading preparation initiatives.
• Commitment to the mission of an HBCU and the 1890 land-grant tradition.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate literacy/reading courses.
• Supervise field experiences internships and residencies.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Engage in scholarship research and grant development.
• Participate in departmental college university and community service.
• Support accreditation and continuous improvement efforts

Teaching Experience

• Demonstrated effectiveness teaching undergraduate and/or graduate coursework in education-related fields.

Program or Leadership Experience

• Experience in program coordination curriculum leadership assessment advising or accreditation-related work is required or expected by the time of tenure consideration.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of curriculum design instructional theory and pedagogy across P12 settings.

• Knowledge of educator preparation standards licensure requirements and accreditation processes.

• Knowledge of assessment data use and continuous improvement practices.

Skills

• Strong teaching and course design skills for undergraduate and graduate instruction.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

• Advising mentoring and organizational skills.

• Ability to analyze program and student data for improvement.

Abilities

• Ability to manage a 12-credit-hour teaching load while coordinating a graduate program.

• Ability to collaborate with faculty staff students and school partners.

• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage administrative and instructional responsibilities.

• Ability to model professionalism equity-centered practice and instructional excellence.

Additional Information

• Summer teaching or coordination assignments may be available subject to funding and program needs.

• Teaching assignments may be adjusted in accordance with coordination responsibilities and departmental workload policy.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume Statement of Teaching Philosophy Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)Sharron Williams
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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