The Department of Literacy Studies, English Education, and History Education in the College of Education at ECU is seeking applicants for the Spangler Distinguished Professorship in Early Child Literacy, a full-time 9-month faculty position with an annual budget to support scholarship. The position is available starting Fall 2024. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications. This department’s mission aligns with ECU’s strategic plan https://strategicplan.ecu.edu/ and the position will be expected to coordinate, conduct, and publish research to advance the field’s understanding of early literacy with a focus on cultivating a culture of care, belonging, and opportunity for faculty, staff, learners and stakeholders.
Responsibilities include:
1. Advocate for early literacy best practices, strategies, and science of reading initiatives in NC with other Spangler Distinguished Professors within the UNC System
2. Take a leadership role in ensuring ECU’s teacher preparation program prepares educators, education-related professionals, and educational leaders to implement high-quality, research-based, and equitable early literacy curricula.
3. Plan, implement, and evaluate professional development and partnerships with school and community organizations that enhance early literacy teaching, learning, and leadership in Eastern North Carolina.
4. Coordinate, conduct, and publish research to advance the field’s understanding of early literacy. 5. Teach one course in literacy during each of the fall and spring terms.
6. Serve on program, department, and university committees.
Contingent upon availability of funding.
Minimum Education/Experience
The successful applicant will have a Doctorate in reading/literacy or related fields of curriculum & instruction, literacy education, or special education with an expertise in literacy. and hold the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The applicant will meet the following criteria: 1) a distinguished record of teaching, research, and service in early literacy; and 2) successful experience in collaborating with early literacy teachers and higher education faculty.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Candidates must hold or be eligible for NC Teaching Licensure or equivalent.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Desired qualifications include experience in the following: leadership in science of reading policy initiatives; reading specialist role; success in securing external funding; multilingual populations; or culturally responsive pedagogies.
Special Instructions to Applicant
To apply, candidates must submit the following documents online at www.jobs.ecu.edu: a letter of application describing the candidate’s academic background and specific skills and experiences relevant to the position; a curriculum vita; and list of three references, including contact information and the nature of your relationship. Official transcripts and original signed letters of recommendation will be required prior to a written contract offer. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Marjorie Campo Ringler (ringlerm@ecu.edu) or Michelle Smith (smithmiche@ecu.edu) in COE human resources.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins
04/30/2024
Rank Level
Professor, Associate Professor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/69028
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.