Assistant Professor, English Language Arts Education

The Opportunity:

The School of Teacher Education (STE) in the College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-earning assistant professor position in English Language Arts (ELA), anticipated to begin in Spring 2025.

Primary responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate English Language Arts Education courses.
• Work with program faculty to develop/refine English Language Arts Education curriculum.
• Conduct research in the field and publish in high-ranking journals.
• Write, submit, and receive external grants to support program and research initiatives.
• Advise students and serve on unit and college committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which may include supervision of student teachers.

Expectations and Contributions: The selected candidate will contribute to the Secondary ELA Education program mission by:

• Conducting research in area(s) of expertise.
• Seeking external funding in area of expertise.
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Secondary English Language Arts.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Recruiting and mentoring doctoral students.
• Facilitating meaningful research experiences.
• Actively participating in departmental, college, and university service activities.
• Engaging in professional outreach at local and national levels.
• Engaging in a program of research that leads to high-impact publications and presentations.
• Teaching, supervising, and advising undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in the program.
• Collaborating with faculty colleagues on interdisciplinary research, teaching, and scholarship.

The Secondary ELA Education degrees at UCF prepare students to impact a diverse population of students and families using research-based, developmentally appropriate practices. The graduate programs are designed to meet the needs of professionals who want to work with students, families, community members, administrators, and advocates for teaching and learning. The ELA program degrees deliver relevant, rigorous course work, and academic experiences. For more information about the programs visit https://www.ucf.edu/degree/secondary-education-bs/secondary-education-bs-english-language-arts-education-track-with-esol-and-reading-endorsement/

The School of Teacher Education (STE) is a collegial environment supporting outstanding students. STE includes premier academic programs known for excellence in research, teaching, and service to students and the community. For more information about STE and its programs, visit https://ccie.ucf.edu/teachered/.

UCF’s College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) is a one-of-a-kind academic unit with distinct, interdisciplinary expertise and potential for partnership with community stakeholders, conceived to address societal challenges and work alongside the community. Established in 2018, the college offers undergraduate and graduate programs online, on the main campus, and the UCF Downtown campus. At the heart of the college’s mission is the institutional commitment to transform lives and strengthen society by developing a unified vision and innovative solutions to complex social issues. CCIE promotes innovation through state-of-the-art interdisciplinary research with social impact, contemporary inclusive teaching and learning practices, and preeminent service for the disciplines, the institution, and the community. For more information about the school or college, please visit the homepage at: https://ccie.ucf.edu/

Located in Orlando, Florida, UCF is classified as a Very High Research Activity (R1) university by the Carnegie Foundation. With a diverse student body of more than 70,000 students, UCF is one of the largest universities in the country. The university offers more than 240-degree programs. UCF is committed to diversity and was designated a Hispanic Serving Institution in 2019. For more information, visit https://www.ucf.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Terminal degree from an accredited institution in English Language Arts or a closely related field.
• 3+ years PK-12 teaching experience in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in successfully teaching post-secondary undergraduate or graduate courses.
• Experience with technology and demonstration of technology skills (e.g., teaching modalities).
• Experience with external funding.
• Publication of a few peer-reviewed articles.
• Experience with mentoring/coaching teachers, research studies, or teaching activities.
• Demonstrated success in creating regional and national literacy initiatives.
• Experience in teaching and developing online courses or modules.
• Evidence of leadership in scholarship, teaching, or service.
• Evidence of engaging in the community through partnerships and interdisciplinary work.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Dr. Elsie Olan, Associate Professor, at Elsie.Olan@ucf.edu or 407-823-5971.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

N/A

Job Close Date:

Open until filled. 

Please keep in mind that a job posted as ‘Open until filled’ may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you will play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You will be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow. You will work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you will have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.
• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) -School of Teacher Education

Work Schedule

Varies

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

Negotiable

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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