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JOB SUMMARY
The School of Education invites applications for an 10-month tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026. Applicants with expertise in literacy and reading education, teacher education, clinical experiences, curriculum development, and online pedagogy are encouraged to apply. We seek an emerging scholar with knowledge and expertise in the science of reading, literacy development and assessment, and culturally and linguistically responsive literacy instruction. Faculty in the School of Education are required to effectively teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct scholarly activities, advise students, and contribute service to their discipline, the School, the University, and the community.
The School of Education prepares quality educators and innovative leaders for elementary, secondary, and post-secondary positions. The School also offers online programs preparing professionals for leadership positions at the master's and doctoral levels. Our faculty are dedicated to providing a high quality and personalized student experience and collaborative working environment.
Guided by the mission of our founders, the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM), to achieve unity through diversity, Marymount honors our diversity as a source of strength. Our differences inspire intellectual curiosity and collectively allow us to tackle the challenges of the world. We seek to foster an inclusive community in which every person is fully respected and celebrated.
Please submit a cover letter, CV, the names and contact information of three professional references, and your teaching philosophy.
This is an in-person position, and remote work is not a component of the role. Faculty are expected to maintain a consistent on-campus presence and be physically present several days per week to support teaching, student engagement, and participation in School and University activities.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supporting and integrating the mission and core values of Marymount University through service.
Assuming teaching responsibilities as assigned by the Director of the School and as outlined in the Marymount Faculty Handbook.
Coordinate/support clinical experiences for UG/GRAD placements and practicums.
Contribute to program development, ongoing assessment, and continuous improvement.
Advising/mentoring assigned students with program and/or licensure requirements and career information.
Maintaining evidence of an active research and scholarship agenda.
OTHER DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS
Assuming professional and service responsibilities as requested by the Director of the School.
Contributing to the University and School program functions and services, including assessment, accreditation, marketing, and recruitment.
Other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
Ph.D. or Ed.D. in literacy education, educational leadership, or a related field from an accredited university.
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