Lecturer

Position Overview
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota, invites applications for a Lecturer in Literacy. Primary duties of this position will be to offer leadership to the M.Ed Initial Licensure program, with the opportunity to advise students across all of the Literacy programs.

The Literacy program provides critical and forward-thinking preparation for those interested in exploring education broadly conceived, those interested in becoming Communication Arts teachers, and those interested in assuming positions as scholars, researchers, or educational policy-makers --with a strong philosophical, theoretical, research-based, and practical understanding of the dynamic interplay among equity, diversity, access, pedagogy, and curriculum.

The incumbent in this position will be part of a vibrant team committed to imagining equity-minded teacher education. Candidates must possess an explicit commitment to equity, access, and diversity matters related to markers of difference including, race, social class, gender, language, and sexuality.

This is a 9-month, 100%, annually renewable P&A position. Position will start on August 29, 2022 for the 2022-2023 Academic Year.
Salary Range: $59,000 - $63,000 annually.

Job Responsibilities

Teaching (50%)

• 15 credits for the year
• Courses may include but are not limited to courses required for the Communication Arts license.

Program Coordination (30%)

• Serve as Licensure Program Lead of the Communication Arts Licensure and M.Ed. programs.
• Cultivate partnerships with local schools.
• Collaborate with the Office of Teacher Education regarding year-long clinical placements in MEd Initial Licensure programs.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders (e.g., faculty, staff, and graduate students across the department; current and future students).
• Participate in the planning and facilitation of recruiting initiatives, orientations, college-level events, and team meetings.

Student Development/Advising (20%)

• Advise or co-advise Literacy students.
• Serve as an Academic Advisor for the Initial Licensure Students in the Literacy Program.
• Collaborate with the Departmental Student Advisor and College-Level Student Advisors on issues related to student advising and experience.
• Serve on doctoral committees as an affiliate member of the graduate faculty in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction (Note: If holding a doctoral degree and subject to approval by the Department's graduate faculty members after hire).

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in an education field.
• Demonstrated leadership in education.
• Evidence of an explicit commitment to equity, access, and diversity matters related to markers of difference including, but not limited to race, social class, gender, language, and sexuality.
• Capacity to be a flexible, situational, and visionary leader who effectively leads and collaborates with others.
• Evidence of organizational ability, including the ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• At least 3 years as teacher of record in a Communication Arts classroom.

Preferred Qualifications

• K-12 teacher leadership experience (e.g., instructional coach, grade-level lead, equity-team member).
• Teaching experience in higher education.

Department Overview
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is a community dedicated to social justice and equity in education. Our students, faculty, and staff are working towards improving educational practices, preparing new teachers for success, and helping students learn while supporting their cultures and identities. We are reimagining what education can be. Our department has three main focus areas:

• Research: Our research spans the breadth of educational practice for children and adults. We are dedicated to creating more engaging and effective ways to teach and learn.
• Teaching: We prepare our students to become effective leaders and teachers who understand how our culture and society impacts students, classrooms, and the field of education so we can make change for the better.
• Equity: We partner with schools and communities to support the engagement and preparedness of all learners.

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position requires that you attach a CV or resume and a cover letter.

This position will remain open until filled.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.