Touro University
Overview
Assistant Professor Teaching Literacy
role at
Touro University . The Assistant Professor plays a pivotal role in the master's Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12. Working closely with the Program Chair, the individual is responsible for designing and delivering program courses that focus on teaching literacy skills to students in the PreK-12 grade levels and ensuring overall program effectiveness. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in literacy education. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the professor advises and supervises master’s-degree candidates, actively participates in faculty collaborative learning, GAE committees and demonstrates scholarly productivity in the field of literacy education.
Responsibilities
Designs, revises, and teaches graduate courses in the Touro University Master’s Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12, online and occasional in-person formats in New York City and adjacent areas.
Maintains knowledge of current PreK-12 literacy curricula, including literacy education methodologies.
Experience with assessment and effective teaching methodologies for students with diverse needs utilizing a variety of instructional delivery methods, instructional and assistive technologies, and educational resources for educational equity and access, both online and in-person.
Supervises candidates during clinical practice.
Leads and participates in collaborative faculty teams, course revisions, and developing and sustaining transformative pedagogy in graduate teaching and learning, online or in-person.
Builds and maintains clinical partnerships with schools and mentors in PreK-12 education, fostering connections and contributing to the development of a clinically rich teacher education preparation program.
Provides academic advisement to program candidates and outreach to potential candidates.
Maintains a current record of scholarly activities and publications, as well as professional service.
Serves on Graduate School of Education committees, participating in online and in-person meetings as required.
Supports program-level continuous improvement for national/professional accreditation.
Engages in successful grant writing.
Upholds the missions and values of Touro University and the Graduate School of Education in online and in-person contexts.
Attends in-person faculty retreats as scheduled (three per academic year).
Performs other duties as assigned, which may include both online and in-person responsibilities.
Education/Experience Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Education, or related field; ABD with anticipated conferral date within one year of hire considered.
Three or more years of successful PreK-12 classroom teaching experience with students who have diverse learning needs.
Experience in assessment and data use in the PreK-12 classroom with evidence of positive learning and development for diverse groups of students.
Experience in course and program design.
Commitment to culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy.
Demonstrated ability for scholarly productivity.
Desired Qualifications
Evidence of success as an educator in college/university settings, including online teaching.
Experience using Canvas and other technology in educational settings.
Active involvement in professional organizations.
Successful grant writing experience.
Expertise in urban education.
Experience with students with multiple special needs.
Knowledge of school and community-based programs and experience building partnerships in diverse communities.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent communication, teaching, and interpersonal/intercultural skills across a wide range of mediums (including social media).
Technology skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Proficiency in online learning platforms including Canvas, Adobe Connect, Zoom, PlayPosit, Yuja and other digital media.
Certifications/Licenses
Please include a cover letter with salary expectations.
Travel
Some travel to Touro University GSE sites in New York City, including occasional evenings.
Salary
Minimum Salary: USD 63,200.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary: USD 79,000.00/Yr.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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role at
Touro University . The Assistant Professor plays a pivotal role in the master's Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12. Working closely with the Program Chair, the individual is responsible for designing and delivering program courses that focus on teaching literacy skills to students in the PreK-12 grade levels and ensuring overall program effectiveness. The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in literacy education. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the professor advises and supervises master’s-degree candidates, actively participates in faculty collaborative learning, GAE committees and demonstrates scholarly productivity in the field of literacy education.
Responsibilities
Designs, revises, and teaches graduate courses in the Touro University Master’s Program in Teaching Literacy, PreK-12, online and occasional in-person formats in New York City and adjacent areas.
Maintains knowledge of current PreK-12 literacy curricula, including literacy education methodologies.
Experience with assessment and effective teaching methodologies for students with diverse needs utilizing a variety of instructional delivery methods, instructional and assistive technologies, and educational resources for educational equity and access, both online and in-person.
Supervises candidates during clinical practice.
Leads and participates in collaborative faculty teams, course revisions, and developing and sustaining transformative pedagogy in graduate teaching and learning, online or in-person.
Builds and maintains clinical partnerships with schools and mentors in PreK-12 education, fostering connections and contributing to the development of a clinically rich teacher education preparation program.
Provides academic advisement to program candidates and outreach to potential candidates.
Maintains a current record of scholarly activities and publications, as well as professional service.
Serves on Graduate School of Education committees, participating in online and in-person meetings as required.
Supports program-level continuous improvement for national/professional accreditation.
Engages in successful grant writing.
Upholds the missions and values of Touro University and the Graduate School of Education in online and in-person contexts.
Attends in-person faculty retreats as scheduled (three per academic year).
Performs other duties as assigned, which may include both online and in-person responsibilities.
Education/Experience Qualifications
Earned doctorate in Education, or related field; ABD with anticipated conferral date within one year of hire considered.
Three or more years of successful PreK-12 classroom teaching experience with students who have diverse learning needs.
Experience in assessment and data use in the PreK-12 classroom with evidence of positive learning and development for diverse groups of students.
Experience in course and program design.
Commitment to culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy.
Demonstrated ability for scholarly productivity.
Desired Qualifications
Evidence of success as an educator in college/university settings, including online teaching.
Experience using Canvas and other technology in educational settings.
Active involvement in professional organizations.
Successful grant writing experience.
Expertise in urban education.
Experience with students with multiple special needs.
Knowledge of school and community-based programs and experience building partnerships in diverse communities.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent communication, teaching, and interpersonal/intercultural skills across a wide range of mediums (including social media).
Technology skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Proficiency in online learning platforms including Canvas, Adobe Connect, Zoom, PlayPosit, Yuja and other digital media.
Certifications/Licenses
Please include a cover letter with salary expectations.
Travel
Some travel to Touro University GSE sites in New York City, including occasional evenings.
Salary
Minimum Salary: USD 63,200.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary: USD 79,000.00/Yr.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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