The University of Georgia
Department of Language and Literacy Education
TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
TESOL
Beginning Fall 2008
DESCRIPTION: The Department of Language and Literacy Education at the University of Georgia seeks a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in the teaching of English Language Learners in K-12 school settings. We seek the highest quality scholar with preferred research and teaching expertise in any of the following areas: discourse analysis, functional grammar/educational linguistics, community-based language programs, sociocultural or sociocognitive theories of language learning, and/or teacher education. This is an academic-year appointment that begins August 2008.
QUALIFICATIONS: A doctorate in TESOL, applied linguistics, bilingual education, second language acquisition, or related field by July 2008, is required. Evidence of successful research, teaching, and potential for securing external funding.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in TESOL and applied linguistics. Develop graduate courses in candidate's areas of specialization. Establish an active research and publication agenda involving undergraduate and graduate students. Seek external funding for research. Advise graduate students, and direct masters and doctoral student thesis and dissertation research. Provide leadership in the development of a TESOL teacher certification program and work with other faculty in a dynamic and growing Teaching Additional Languages (TESOL and Languages other than English) program. Information about the department is available at www.coe.uga.edu/lle.
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION: Submit a letter of application including a statement of professional goals, a curriculum vita, transcripts, a sample of scholarly writing, and at least three letters of references to the address below.
DEADLINE: Applications received by November 15, 2007 are assured of full consideration.
Dr. Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Language and Literacy Education
125 Aderhold Hall
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602
telephone: 706-583-8127, Fax: 706-542-4509
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