Concordia University, Wisconsin
Faculty: School of Education - Literacy
Concordia University, Wisconsin, Mequon, Wisconsin, United States, 53097
Overview
Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world. Position Summary
Concordia University Wisconsin seeks applicants for a full-time education faculty position specializing in literacy (special education credentials also highly desirable) for the 2025-2026 academic year. This position is in the School of Education located on the Mequon, WI campus. Application Instructions
To apply, please complete the online application and submit a cover letter, resume/CV, statement of teaching philosophy, copy of transcripts, and 3 letters of reference. Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026. Job Duties & Responsibilities
Teach literacy courses in the early childhood, elementary, and special education programs (in-person & online) Lead and guide all aspects of Wisconsin ACT 20 implementation and execution Prepare teacher candidates for the Foundations of Reading Test (FoRT) Advise education students Participate in interdepartmental faculty committees, academic scholarship, and university service Teach other courses in the elementary, early childhood, or special education programs that fit the background of the candidate Observe student teachers Assist with portfolio adjudication Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Commitment to the mission of Concordia University Wisconsin: developing students in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world Strong knowledge of literacy instruction and assessment Ability to teach literacy courses across early childhood, elementary, and/or special education programs (in-person and online) Demonstrated ability to advise and mentor teacher candidates Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) Education & Experience
A commissioned minister of religion status in the Lutheran Church/Missouri Synod and a doctorate in education are preferred (or ABD status with completion in progress) Highly qualified Christian (non-LCMS) applicants possessing a graduate degree in education (reading, literacy, curriculum and instruction) and progress towards or willingness to obtain a doctorate will be considered. Prior P-12 teaching experience is required (minimum of 3 years); prior college teaching experience is desirable. Concordia University Wisconsin seeks faculty dedicated to excellence and to the mission of "developing students in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world." Preferred
Valid Wisconsin teaching license (or previously held license), or equivalent license from another state preferred If not a valid teaching license, then an administrator license (e.g., Reading Specialist, Principal, or Special Education) College/university-level teaching experience Experience leading programmatic implementation of literacy initiatives (e.g., Wisconsin Act 20) Experience preparing teacher candidates for the Foundations of Reading Test (FoRT) Scholarship and service contributions in the field of literacy or special education Physical Demands/Equipment
Physical Demands/Equipment information is provided by the institution as part of the job posting. Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt (salary) faculty position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account Disability and Survivor Plan Retirement Pension Plan Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents) Application Details
To receive full consideration, all applicants must complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants should include with their online application: letter of intent, resume, curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, three letters of reference, and description of teaching philosophy. Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel. The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources. Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master’s degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.
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Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world. Position Summary
Concordia University Wisconsin seeks applicants for a full-time education faculty position specializing in literacy (special education credentials also highly desirable) for the 2025-2026 academic year. This position is in the School of Education located on the Mequon, WI campus. Application Instructions
To apply, please complete the online application and submit a cover letter, resume/CV, statement of teaching philosophy, copy of transcripts, and 3 letters of reference. Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026. Job Duties & Responsibilities
Teach literacy courses in the early childhood, elementary, and special education programs (in-person & online) Lead and guide all aspects of Wisconsin ACT 20 implementation and execution Prepare teacher candidates for the Foundations of Reading Test (FoRT) Advise education students Participate in interdepartmental faculty committees, academic scholarship, and university service Teach other courses in the elementary, early childhood, or special education programs that fit the background of the candidate Observe student teachers Assist with portfolio adjudication Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Commitment to the mission of Concordia University Wisconsin: developing students in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world Strong knowledge of literacy instruction and assessment Ability to teach literacy courses across early childhood, elementary, and/or special education programs (in-person and online) Demonstrated ability to advise and mentor teacher candidates Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) Education & Experience
A commissioned minister of religion status in the Lutheran Church/Missouri Synod and a doctorate in education are preferred (or ABD status with completion in progress) Highly qualified Christian (non-LCMS) applicants possessing a graduate degree in education (reading, literacy, curriculum and instruction) and progress towards or willingness to obtain a doctorate will be considered. Prior P-12 teaching experience is required (minimum of 3 years); prior college teaching experience is desirable. Concordia University Wisconsin seeks faculty dedicated to excellence and to the mission of "developing students in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world." Preferred
Valid Wisconsin teaching license (or previously held license), or equivalent license from another state preferred If not a valid teaching license, then an administrator license (e.g., Reading Specialist, Principal, or Special Education) College/university-level teaching experience Experience leading programmatic implementation of literacy initiatives (e.g., Wisconsin Act 20) Experience preparing teacher candidates for the Foundations of Reading Test (FoRT) Scholarship and service contributions in the field of literacy or special education Physical Demands/Equipment
Physical Demands/Equipment information is provided by the institution as part of the job posting. Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt (salary) faculty position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account Disability and Survivor Plan Retirement Pension Plan Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents) Application Details
To receive full consideration, all applicants must complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants should include with their online application: letter of intent, resume, curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, three letters of reference, and description of teaching philosophy. Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel. The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources. Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master’s degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.
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