Assistant Professor of Literacy and Education

The School of Education at Heidelberg University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Literacy and Education to begin in the fall semester of 2026. We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative educator with a strong background in literacy and reading interventions, as well as educational pedagogy and curriculum. The Assistant Professor of Literacy and Education reports directly to the Dean of the School of Education.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in reading methods and other courses as assigned.
• Advise undergraduate students within the education program academically and professionally.
• Engage in curriculum development that integrates entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and real-world problem solving.
• Fulfill service requirements for the department, college, and university. This includes participating in committee meetings, curriculum development, and other departmental initiatives.
• Engage in a robust scholarship agenda, including research, presentations, and publications, to contribute to the field of education.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned or outlined in the Faculty Manual.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate in Education or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching reading and special education at the P-12 or university level.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership or coordinating role, preferably related to field experiences or school partnerships.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with program assessment and accreditation processes.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in teacher preparation.
• Experience with state and national teacher preparation standards.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to a diverse cross-section of individuals.
• Must demonstrate analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to student-centered active learning and student engagement activities.
• Demonstrated experience, knowledge, and appreciation for a liberal arts tradition.
• Commitment and a demonstrated record of academic excellence with professional and personal integrity.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.
• A demonstrated work ethic that promotes teamwork, enhances creativity and motivation and builds consensus in a high-energy and high-task environment.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ability or willingness to learn to manage class in an online learning modality

Core Values and Personal Attributes:

• Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
• Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability and agility.
• Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes.
• Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
• Peer relationships – encourages collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
• Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
• Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements.
• Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.

Tools and Equipment Used: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment, including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, integrated database software, fax machines, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers. A valid driver’s license may be required.

Physical Demands:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to operate and manipulate equipment generally found in an office setting. The employee may be frequently required to be mobile, communicate, and hear. The employee may occasionally be subject to a variety of

outdoor environmental conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental demands include varied degrees of occasional stress while performing job duties.

Work Environment:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, and educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues, all of which may be indoor or outdoor. The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter addressing your qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. A statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations).
4. Contact information for three professional references.