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Assistant Professor of Elementary Literacy Education
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Job Description
- Req#: 32409264838
- Earned Doctorate in Literacy Education, English Education, or a closely related field (ABD candidates considered if completed by August 1, 2025)
- Evidence of scholarly publication and a research agenda in literacy
- Commitment to social justice and equity, with a theoretical grounding in critical perspectives
- Experience teaching literacy in diverse TK-6 settings in the U.S.
- Meet at least two Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria, such as engagement with underrepresented populations, mentoring, or research involving underrepresented communities
- Fluency in Spanish
- Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential (RLLSC) or equivalent
- University teaching and supervising experience
- Potential for grant writing
Assistant Professor of Elementary Literacy Education
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Job Description
San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking an Assistant Professor with expertise in Elementary Literacy (Grades K-6) Education. The successful candidate will join the faculty in the School of Teacher Education in the College of Education (www.sdsu.edu) and will work at SDSU Imperial Valley ( located in Calexico, California, 120 miles east of San Diego.
SDSU Imperial Valley is a branch of San Diego State University (SDSU) with approximately 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students, predominantly Hispanic/Latinx. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. The campuses are in Calexico and Brawley, California, offering opportunities for interdisciplinary and cross-national research due to its proximity to the Mexican border and strong community ties. The salary range is $72,000 to $75,000. This is a non-remote, full-time position starting August 2025.
The candidate will be expected to maintain an active scholarly record, support community partnerships, and provide service to the university.
Qualifications
Applicants should include in a separate diversity statement how they meet at least two BIE criteria.
Preferred Qualifications
Application Process
Apply via Interfolio: Submit a cover letter, CV, diversity statement, and three references with contact info. Screening begins March 12, 2025, until filled, with an anticipated start in August 2025.
Additional Information
Contact Dr. Lynne Bercaw at ...@sdsu.edu for questions. The university is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and all employment is contingent upon background checks and compliance with legal requirements.
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