Faculty Member (Tenure-track), Elementary English Language Arts Education
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Job title: Faculty Member (Tenure-track), Elementary English Language Arts Education
Job description: Faculty Member (Tenure-track), Elementary English Language Arts Education
The Department of Curriculum Studies, College of Education, University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level commencing May 1, 2022, with a pedagogical focus on Elementary English Language Arts (ELA) and a specialization in Elementary Reading instruction.
Candidates will have completed a doctoral degree in English Language Arts/Language & Literacies education from an accredited university; and have expertise in elementary Reading instruction. Applicants will also have publications in theory and practice related to ELA pedagogy. Relevant elementary teaching experience as well as knowledge of Canadian ELA curriculum is required. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is considered an asset. The individual is required to have, or be eligible to receive, a valid Saskatchewan Professional “A” teaching certificate.
The successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate level in the area of elementary ELA, with an explicit focus on Reading instruction, and teach at the graduate level in areas related to literacies and research, promoting culturally and developmentally responsive practices throughout. The candidate will also conduct and disseminate research work, scholarly work, and/or artistic work related to literacies education, contribute to collegial processes in the College of Education, and provide service, including demonstrating the willingness and expertise to work with community partners.
The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching; research, scholarly, and artistic work; and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000.
The College of Education offers B.Ed., M.Ed., and Ph.D. programs. The College of Education fosters innovation and collaboration through teaching, learning, discovery, and transformative pedagogy. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Communities, and connect faculty and students to local, national, and international contexts, while respecting research-based practice as well as meeting the highest standards of Canada’s world-class research intensive universities.
College of Education Undergraduate Programs:
Department of Curriculum Studies Graduate Programs:
The University Plan 2025:
Salary bands for this position (from the 2021-22 school year) are as follows: Assistant Professor: $98,178 to $117,978; Associate Professor: $117,978 to $137,778.
This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health, and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.
Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae; a 1-page statement about their intended research program; and any other supporting documents to:
Dr. Paula McDowell, Acting Department Head, Curriculum Studies
College of Education
3120 – 28 Campus Drive
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 0X1
Telephone: (306) 966-2683
Email:
Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.
Review of applications will begin January 3, 2022; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is May 1, 2022.
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Posted Date: 11/12/2021
Closing Date: Until Filled.
The University of Saskatchewan has instated a number of health and safety requirements for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic. As of January 4, 2022, being against COVID-19 is a condition of employment and proof of vaccination will be required. The University will consider accommodations requests for individuals in accordance with the requirements of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.
The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.
Company: University of Saskatchewan
Expected salary:
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Job date: Sun, 14 Nov 2021 08:54:33 GMT
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