Grand Valley State University
Assistant Professor of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - College o
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
Overview
Assistant Professor of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - College of Education and Community Innovation at Grand Valley State University (GVSU). A tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank to begin in August 2026. We seek candidates from a diverse pool with expertise (teaching and/or research) in TESOL, ESOL, or ESL. Candidates with professional and applied experiences with PreK-12 schools and community engagement are particularly encouraged. The open position is for an Assistant Professor, subject to funding approval. Primary Duties
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses on and related to ESOL in both face-to-face and online modalities (three courses in the fall semester, three courses in the winter semester). Advise students in the teacher education program. Develop and maintain a scholarly research agenda. Provide services to the institution, community, and profession. Travel to all GVSU sites, including distance sites, for instruction as needed. Working hours may extend beyond the normal 8am-5pm weekdays. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ph.D., Ed.D., or ABD (with expected graduation by August 1, 2026) in TESOL, ESOL, ESL or in Teacher Education or related field with a concentration in TESOL, ESOL, or ESL. Demonstrated potential for university teaching in areas such as ESL assessment, ESL teaching methods, ESL educational research methods, socio-cultural or socio-linguistic aspects of teaching and learning, or teacher education. Positive record of experience in Pre-K-12 environments and/or higher education settings. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to teaching students from diverse backgrounds. Effective oral, written, and collaborative interpersonal skills. Demonstrated qualities of a team player. Commitment to using various modalities of instruction including face-to-face, online synchronous, asynchronous, hybrid, and distance learning technologies, and willingness to deliver courses in the evenings and on weekends. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Strong background in culturally responsive teaching/pedagogy and understanding of challenges in teaching students from diverse backgrounds. Completion of doctoral studies. Evidence of student-centered and relationship-centered teaching. Commitment to teaching with a reflective lens. Open-mindedness to new knowledge, information, and phenomena. Engagement with or interest in using a variety of pedagogies that consider multiple forms of linguistic, language, and cultural aspects. Evidence of an active research agenda. Evidence of collaborative endeavors with colleagues (e.g., research, teaching, curriculum development). Working Conditions
Normal office environment. Some travel may be required. Salary & Benefits
$64,000 - $66,000, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources, and tuition waiver effective on date of hire. How to Apply
Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu and select "Apply now". Please include: (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a teaching statement that demonstrates your commitment to all students; (4) unofficial transcripts; and (5) the names of three professional references. The online application will allow attachments electronically. For technical assistance, contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu. Questions about the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Rui Niu-Cooper at niucoope@gvsu.edu or (616) 331-6669. The first round of interviews may be conducted via video conferencing. Candidates should expect to have access to technology that will allow video conferencing (Zoom, Google Meets, or Skype). Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants. Application Deadline
Consideration of applications will begin on November 15, 2025, and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity for details.
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Assistant Professor of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - College of Education and Community Innovation at Grand Valley State University (GVSU). A tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank to begin in August 2026. We seek candidates from a diverse pool with expertise (teaching and/or research) in TESOL, ESOL, or ESL. Candidates with professional and applied experiences with PreK-12 schools and community engagement are particularly encouraged. The open position is for an Assistant Professor, subject to funding approval. Primary Duties
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses on and related to ESOL in both face-to-face and online modalities (three courses in the fall semester, three courses in the winter semester). Advise students in the teacher education program. Develop and maintain a scholarly research agenda. Provide services to the institution, community, and profession. Travel to all GVSU sites, including distance sites, for instruction as needed. Working hours may extend beyond the normal 8am-5pm weekdays. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ph.D., Ed.D., or ABD (with expected graduation by August 1, 2026) in TESOL, ESOL, ESL or in Teacher Education or related field with a concentration in TESOL, ESOL, or ESL. Demonstrated potential for university teaching in areas such as ESL assessment, ESL teaching methods, ESL educational research methods, socio-cultural or socio-linguistic aspects of teaching and learning, or teacher education. Positive record of experience in Pre-K-12 environments and/or higher education settings. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to teaching students from diverse backgrounds. Effective oral, written, and collaborative interpersonal skills. Demonstrated qualities of a team player. Commitment to using various modalities of instruction including face-to-face, online synchronous, asynchronous, hybrid, and distance learning technologies, and willingness to deliver courses in the evenings and on weekends. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Strong background in culturally responsive teaching/pedagogy and understanding of challenges in teaching students from diverse backgrounds. Completion of doctoral studies. Evidence of student-centered and relationship-centered teaching. Commitment to teaching with a reflective lens. Open-mindedness to new knowledge, information, and phenomena. Engagement with or interest in using a variety of pedagogies that consider multiple forms of linguistic, language, and cultural aspects. Evidence of an active research agenda. Evidence of collaborative endeavors with colleagues (e.g., research, teaching, curriculum development). Working Conditions
Normal office environment. Some travel may be required. Salary & Benefits
$64,000 - $66,000, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources, and tuition waiver effective on date of hire. How to Apply
Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu and select "Apply now". Please include: (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a teaching statement that demonstrates your commitment to all students; (4) unofficial transcripts; and (5) the names of three professional references. The online application will allow attachments electronically. For technical assistance, contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu. Questions about the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Rui Niu-Cooper at niucoope@gvsu.edu or (616) 331-6669. The first round of interviews may be conducted via video conferencing. Candidates should expect to have access to technology that will allow video conferencing (Zoom, Google Meets, or Skype). Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants. Application Deadline
Consideration of applications will begin on November 15, 2025, and the posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity for details.
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