POSITION: Assistant Professor in Literacy and Language Education (ELL Emphasis), Purdue University

DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION, LITERACY AND LANGUAGE EDUCATION (003143-2014)

POSITION: Assistant Professor in Literacy and Language Education (ELL Emphasis)

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Purdue University seeks an assistant professor of literacy and language education with an emphasis on English language learners (ELL). This is a 10-month, tenure-track position. Responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate literacy and language courses
• Teaching online graduate courses in an ELL K-12 Licensure Program
• Recruiting, advising and mentoring graduate students
• Developing a strong area of research and scholarship that informs theory and effective practice in teaching ELLs, and seeking external funding in support of that scholarship
• Collaborating on learning, discovery, and engagement activities within the College of Education, across the university, and with K-12 schools

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equity in education through their scholarship, teaching, and/or engagement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate in Literacy and Language Education; Culture, Literacy, and Language; Applied Linguistics/TESOL; Educational Linguistics; Second Language Acquisition,  or other relevant disciplines
• Demonstrated scholarship in language and education, including ELL education
• K-12 or related teaching experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in teaching undergraduate courses in literacy and language methods for the primary and/or intermediate grades
• Experience in teaching online courses
• Experience teaching ELL students in U.S. K-12 schools
• Experience teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in K-12 international contexts
• Proficiency in a language other than English
• Experience in advising graduate students
• Experience in obtaining external funding

STARTING DATE:  Fall 2015

APPLICATION:  Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicants can apply electronically by sending the following as a Word or PDF file tohainesg@purdue.edu.  Applications must include: (1) letter of application, (2) vita, (3) two to three writing samples, such as published articles or book chapters, (4) statement of teaching philosophy, (5) statement of research interests, and (6) three to four letters of reference.  A background check will be required for employment in this position.  Candidates may also include evidence of teaching excellence if available. Inquiries about the position may be directed to:

Professors Susan Britsch and Wayne E. Wright, Search Committee Co-Chairs

Literacy and Language Education Search
Purdue University
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
100 N. University St.
West Lafayette, IN  47907-2098

THE LITERACY AND LANGUAGE EDUCATION PROGRAM at Purdue offers prospective researchers/scholars and K-12 teachers the opportunity to investigate contemporary issues in research and theory as well as pedagogical methods related to literacy and language teaching, learning, assessment, and curriculum. The Literacy and Language faculty have established national and international reputations. Faculty and graduate students comprise a dynamic community of scholars investigating topics in language learning, multiple literacies, literacy processes, English education, children's and young adults' literature, and teacher professional development.

PURDUE UNIVERSITY is a leading land grant and research university and ranks among the 15 largest universities in the nation.  The university has an enrollment of more than 38,000 on the West Lafayette campus and more than 14,000 on regional campuses in Indiana. It is located in West Lafayette, IN, one hour northwest of Indianapolis and two hours southeast of Chicago.

Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.