Assistant Professor of TESOL

University of North Florida, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Jacksonville, FLORIDA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Assistant Professor of TESOL
Position Number 322290
Requisition Number B08698
Position Type Faculty 9-10 Months
Class Code
Time-limited through N/A
Type of Appointment Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Faculty Position Sub-Type N/A
Length of Appointment 9 months
Internal Recruitment? No
Working Hours Varies
Department Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum
Organization COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
Division Academic Affairs - DIV
College College of Education and Human Services
Approved Hiring Salary Range $70,000 to negotiable
Pay Basis Annually
Equal Opportunity
In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Faculty Initiatives
The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.
General Description / Primary Purpose
The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum invites applications for a tenure-earning Assistant Professor for TESOL position at the University of North Florida to begin on August 2, 2024. We are seeking an innovative candidate with a vision and proven record of advocating for the diverse needs of students who can build upon and expand our TESOL program.
The successful candidate will be expected to advance the program’s goals by maintaining their research agenda and contributing to graduate and undergraduate teaching and mentoring.
Candidates are expected to have a record of scholarly productivity commensurate with experience, including a record of publications and/or potential for publication in top and key professional peer-reviewed journals and the potential for or a record of securing externally funded grants.
A strong candidate will have a demonstrated a record of excellence in teaching and student success and in developing expertise in addressing critical needs in TESOL.
This is a 9-month, tenure-track position with a typical teaching load of two to three courses per semester.

Essential Duties


Job Function
Teaching, Research, Service:
The successful candidate will be required to teach two to three TESOL courses per semester. In addition, the candidate will engage in other instructional duties within the college’s education programs. The specific instructional responsibilities will be determined in accordance with the needs of the department and college.
The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a productive research agenda via publications in high impact journals and a potential for a record of securing externally funded grants. Involvement in relevant professional service at the local, regional, or national level will be expected.
UNF strategically supports an aim to operate as a preeminent, vibrantly inclusive employer in higher education. The successful candidate should demonstrate a capability to work among diverse constituencies in the immediate community and beyond.
Percentage Of Time 100

Posting Detail Information


Marginal Functions
N/A
Required Qualifications
Faculty Position Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • An earned doctorate in ESOL/TESOL Education (or a closely related field) by the time of appointment.
  • At least three (3) years of teaching experience with PK-12 students in schools.
  • Evidence of publication in professional outlets, commensurate with experience.
  • Evidence of teaching excellence and effectiveness in higher education, commensurate with experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to issues of equity for diverse learners.
Departmental Requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
  • A record of publication in high-impact journals commensurate with experience.
  • Success in receiving external funding commensurate with experience.
  • Experiences in partnering with local schools and school districts.
  • Evidence of a commitment to student success at the college level, including success with a diverse student population.
  • Demonstrated experience in online teaching.
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition
Foreign Influence Review:
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, the University must screen applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants applying for such positions must provide additional information to be considered for such positions and may also be required to provide additional documents (e.g., passport, DS-160) based on the information they provide.
Responsible Employee:
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.
Background Check:
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.
Required Licensure or Certification
N/A
Machines/Equipment used regularly
N/A
Anticipated Start Date 08/02/2024
Job Posting Date 02/05/2024
Application Review Date
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Point of Contact Information Clarissa Fleurimond [email protected]
Hiring Official Jennifer Kane
Location if not Jacksonville Jacksonville, Florida
Special Instructions
Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Clarissa Fleurimond at [email protected].
Quicklink https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/26669

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