ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF LITERACY EDUCATION

The Zucker Family School of Education at The Citadel invites nominations and applications for a tenure- track Assistant Professor of Literacy Education position. Primary responsibilities include teaching in an online, graduate Master of Education in Literacy (with a focus on multilingual learners), while also teaching in The Citadel’s undergraduate and graduate teacher education programs. The successful applicant will be an excellent instructor in multiple modalities, to include synchronous and asynchronous online, hybrid, and face-to-face teaching. Courses are offered during the day and/or in the evening, and this position carries with it a 4-4 load. One course release per semester is typically awarded if a faculty member teaches a graduate-level course. Expectations also include service to the program, School, and College, with a specific focus on advising, recruitment, and building partnerships with area school districts and local non-profits focused on literacy and/or multilanguage learners. The successful applicant should be willing to travel locally to provide onsite coursework to graduate student cohorts as needed and should have strong abilities to work with school and district leaders to advocate for our programs. Finally, the successful applicant will contribute to scholarship in the field of literacy and/or multilanguage learners. The Citadel’s M.Ed. in Literacy Education is one of only 5 programs in South Carolina recognized by the International Literacy Association for preparation of literacy teachers and coaches.

The position reports to the Dean of the Zucker Family School of Education, Dr. Len Annetta, and will begin August 2025.

MINIMUM AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Essential requirements include:

• An earned doctorate from an accredited institution conferred no later than August 2025
• Specialization in literacy education with a particular emphasis on multilingual learners, early childhood education, elementary education, or a related field
• Strong collaborative skills and service-mindedness, including the ability to think consistently and well about community partnerships, as well as systems for instructional and program improvement;
• A record of innovative and dedicated teaching—in online, hybrid, and face-to-face contexts;
• A record of, or potential for, scholarly productivity; and
• A minimum of three years of K-12 teaching experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in working with multilingual learners and/or to candidates with expertise in P-6 literacy education. South Carolina has a fast-growing MLL population and ESOL certification coursework is now included in our MEd in Literacy Education. Preference will also be given to candidates with successful teaching experience in multiple modalities; a commitment to culturally and linguistically diverse populations; experience working with multilingual learners; and/or those who are committed to continual programmatic improvement and to community partnerships, both of which are integral to the ongoing success as of the Literacy Program in the Zucker Family School of Educatiion.

Additional Information

Review of applicants will begin on November 1, 2024, position will remain open until filled.

Applications must be submitted via The Citadel’s online job portal and additional materials to be uploaded with the application should be:

• Updated C.V.
• Names and contact information of three references

About The Citadel

The Citadel, also known as the Military College of South Carolina, is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and a heritage of excellence in education, emphasizing leadership development. It has been ranked for eleven consecutive years by U.S. News and World Report as the #1 Public College in the South offering up to a master’s degree. It is also named as one of the Ten Most Innovative Schools in the South.

The Citadel provides a unique, residential undergraduate experience in a military-college setting. There are about 2,300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. From the Corps of Cadets, one out of three graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors and 57 Minors. The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1,000 students, including MBA students, attend programs in the nonresidential Citadel Graduate College.

With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River near downtown Charleston, you will be close to great restaurants and shopping.

 Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Tuition Exchange Program
• State Retirement Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Community Service Opportunities
• Read more about our benefits, on our HR website