Tenure- Track Assistant Professor in Early Literacy Education in Worcester, Massachusetts at Assumption University

Assumption University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in the Education Department specializing in Language, Literacy, and Multilingual Learners beginning Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will maintain an active research and publication record; teach in-person courses; conduct field-based supervision; develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with local schools; and fulfill advising and other duties as needed by the Education Department and University.

Application Instructions: Please submit:

1) Cover letter

2) Current Curriculum Vitae

3) Teaching Statement

4) Names and contact information for three references who can attest to the applicant's teaching experience and qualifications

Materials must be submitted online as MS Word documents or PDF files

The deadline for application materials is December 1, 2026.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.

About Assumption University:

St. John Paul II wrote: “Man’s creation by God ‘in his own image’ confers upon every human person an eminent dignity; it also postulates the fundamental equality of all human beings.” Assumption University recognizes the essential contribution of a diverse community of students, staff, and faculty and condemns all forms of harassment, discrimination, and disrespect. As such, and in compliance with the requirements of federal law and/or the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Assumption University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy, as well as other legally protected status, in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities, except where such conditions may constitute bona fide qualifications for the programs or activities in question.

• Ph.D./Ed.D. in Language Development, Literacy Education, Reading Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Bilingual Education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated content area expertise in early literacy (grades K-3), literacy development (grades 4-6) and language acquisition, drawing on evidence-based practices.
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts English Language Arts and Literacy Curriculum Framework.
• Experience mentoring and supervising teachers and/or teacher candidates
• Commitment to working as part of a collaborative team
• Willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as showing respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.

Desired Qualifications:

• K-12 teaching license in reading/literacy, elementary education, or related field.
• Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement
• Three or more years of teaching experience as a classroom teacher or reading specialist.
• Experience teaching in a teacher preparation program
• Experience with K-12 partnerships and grants
• Experience teaching courses in early literacy development, teaching multilingual learners, children’s literature, introductory education courses, related graduate-level courses, and field supervision.