Utah Valley University
Faculty - Tenure Track, Elementary Education - Literacy/Language Arts
Utah Valley University, Orem, Utah, United States, 84058
The School of Education at Utah Valley University
invites applications for
a full-time tenure track faculty position as an Elementary Literacy/Language Arts Specialist
in the
Elementary Education Department . The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of teacher education principles and practices as well as several years of relevant K-12 teaching experience. This individual will teach undergraduate courses in elementary literacy/language arts, including the Science of Reading and other related subjects aligned with their expertise, and should have demonstrated experience leading high-performing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on elementary literacy/language arts. Successful applicants will be expected to obtain International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification within one year of hire if they are not already ISTE Certified. The position will begin on August 1st, 2026.
UVU’s School of Education
prepares forward-thinking educators and leaders through innovative teaching, reflective teaching practice, cutting-edge research, ethical AI integration, and impactful partnerships with schools, communities and industries. The School of Education seeks to build on a tradition of excellence in teacher and leader preparation while looking to the future. Growing changes and global connectedness require individuals that are open to new platforms for teaching and learning. The School of Education currently offers undergraduate degrees in teacher education and graduate degrees in educational leadership, school counseling, applied behavior analysis, and graduate certificates and endorsements, as well as several other programs. These degrees help fill the growing demand for educator professionals across the state of Utah.
Utah Valley University is a comprehensive state institution of higher education with over 46,000 students and offers highly competitive benefits to faculty. UVU, located in Orem, Utah, near some of the premier outdoor activity areas in the country. Orem is on the western front of the Wasatch Mountains and offers access to numerous outdoor activities including snow sports, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting. The UVU campus is served by a wonderful public transit system, including a rail line that runs along the entire Wasatch Front urban corridor. The UVU School of Education has strong ties with other universities and with professionals within and outside of Utah. UVU and the School of Education support students in engaged learning by offering many experiential learning opportunities.
The application must include a cover letter, CV, graduate transcript(s), and statement of teaching philosophy.
Responsibilities
Teach 24 credit hours for both Fall and Spring semesters.
Demonstrate flexibility in modalities and schedules that accommodate students' schedules.
Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up. Establish and maintain office hours. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Maintain currency in fields of expertise/research/pedagogy. Assist department chair, faculty, and staff in maintaining an effective program, including advisement and recruitment of students, curriculum development, program changes, etc. Serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in education or in a closely-related field (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled; degree must be in hand by position start date).
At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.
Knowledge of the Science of Reading.
Preferred Qualifications
At least two years of college/university teaching experience.
Earned relevant professional license or credentials.
Evidence of scholarly pursuits and potential.
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification.
K-12 leadership experience.
Experience preparing preservice teachers for the Foundations of Reading Test.
Experience teaching online courses in synchronous and/or asynchronous delivery modalities.
Experience with early childhood education.
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Graduate Transcripts
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invites applications for
a full-time tenure track faculty position as an Elementary Literacy/Language Arts Specialist
in the
Elementary Education Department . The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of teacher education principles and practices as well as several years of relevant K-12 teaching experience. This individual will teach undergraduate courses in elementary literacy/language arts, including the Science of Reading and other related subjects aligned with their expertise, and should have demonstrated experience leading high-performing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on elementary literacy/language arts. Successful applicants will be expected to obtain International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification within one year of hire if they are not already ISTE Certified. The position will begin on August 1st, 2026.
UVU’s School of Education
prepares forward-thinking educators and leaders through innovative teaching, reflective teaching practice, cutting-edge research, ethical AI integration, and impactful partnerships with schools, communities and industries. The School of Education seeks to build on a tradition of excellence in teacher and leader preparation while looking to the future. Growing changes and global connectedness require individuals that are open to new platforms for teaching and learning. The School of Education currently offers undergraduate degrees in teacher education and graduate degrees in educational leadership, school counseling, applied behavior analysis, and graduate certificates and endorsements, as well as several other programs. These degrees help fill the growing demand for educator professionals across the state of Utah.
Utah Valley University is a comprehensive state institution of higher education with over 46,000 students and offers highly competitive benefits to faculty. UVU, located in Orem, Utah, near some of the premier outdoor activity areas in the country. Orem is on the western front of the Wasatch Mountains and offers access to numerous outdoor activities including snow sports, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting. The UVU campus is served by a wonderful public transit system, including a rail line that runs along the entire Wasatch Front urban corridor. The UVU School of Education has strong ties with other universities and with professionals within and outside of Utah. UVU and the School of Education support students in engaged learning by offering many experiential learning opportunities.
The application must include a cover letter, CV, graduate transcript(s), and statement of teaching philosophy.
Responsibilities
Teach 24 credit hours for both Fall and Spring semesters.
Demonstrate flexibility in modalities and schedules that accommodate students' schedules.
Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up. Establish and maintain office hours. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Maintain currency in fields of expertise/research/pedagogy. Assist department chair, faculty, and staff in maintaining an effective program, including advisement and recruitment of students, curriculum development, program changes, etc. Serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in education or in a closely-related field (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled; degree must be in hand by position start date).
At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.
Knowledge of the Science of Reading.
Preferred Qualifications
At least two years of college/university teaching experience.
Earned relevant professional license or credentials.
Evidence of scholarly pursuits and potential.
International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification.
K-12 leadership experience.
Experience preparing preservice teachers for the Foundations of Reading Test.
Experience teaching online courses in synchronous and/or asynchronous delivery modalities.
Experience with early childhood education.
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Graduate Transcripts
#J-18808-Ljbffr