Faculty Position: Open rank position, Assistant, Associate or full Professor, Assessment of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations, School of Education at the University of Colorado Boulder

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The School of Education at the University of Colorado Boulder announces a tenure track position for the 2016-17 academic year in Assessment of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations. This is an open rank position that may be filled at the Assistant, Associate or full Professor level based on the competitiveness of applicants.  The CU-Boulder School of Education is located at the flagship campus of the University of Colorado, situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains 25 miles northwest of Denver. The School has a tradition of excellence and offers a welcoming and collaborative environment for scholars who desire to pursue the highest quality research and teaching. As a community, we embrace the principles of social justice, democracy, and diversity as the historic moral imperatives of U.S. public schooling. The School ranks among the nation’s most distinguished in terms of the quality and importance of the scholarly contributions made by its faculty and students. Graduate degrees (MA & PhD) are offered in five areas of emphasis – Educational Foundations, Policy, and Practice; Educational Equity and Cultural Diversity; Curriculum and Instruction; Learning Sciences and Human Development; and Research and Evaluation Methodology. Our exemplary, research-based teacher education programs (undergraduate and graduate) are an integral part of the life of the School. The School also hosts several national and cross-campus centers. Of particular relevance to these positions are the BUENO Center for Multicultural Education, the National Education Policy Center (NEPC), the Center for Assessment, Design, Research and Evaluation (CADRE), A Queer Endeavor, and CU Engage: Center for Community-Based Learning and Research.  Find more program information at www.colorado.edu/education.  Requirements: Candidates for these positions must have an active research agenda, a strong publication record commensurate with experience, and a corresponding record of success in obtaining outside funding. They must be willing to contribute to teaching and program development in the teacher education and graduate programs, and they must be committed to working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.  Salary: Commensurate with experience and scholarly record.  Application Materials: Applications are only accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com. Completed applications must include a letter of application specifying the desired position, a curriculum vita, and contact information for three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation will be requested as the search progresses and do not need to be submitted with the initial application.  Closing date: The review of applications will begin on October 15, 2015 and will continue until each position is filled.

Assessment of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations  Candidates must have a relevant earned doctorate and a strong background in the assessment of culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Candidates must also have a well-established, multidisciplinary research agenda addressing the cognitive and socio-cultural aspects of testing and assessment especially language proficiency assessment as well as classroom based formative assessment and large-scale testing and testing accommodations. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in collaborative activities with the School’s Center for Assessment, Design, Research and Evaluation (CADRE). Preference will be given to candidates who have a background in assessment with regard to cultural and linguistic groups in the U.S., particularly Spanish speaking populations. Responsibilities include teaching masters and doctoral level courses in sociolinguistics, assessment, and testing. Preference will be given to candidates who are fluent in spoken and written Spanish and who have K-12 teaching experience.  Contact: Kathy Escamilla (303-492-0147), Kathy.Escamilla@colorado.edu  Quick link: http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/107341  Job posting #F02872

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at: hr-ada@colorado.edu.