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At Abilene Christian University, you will find more than a job. You will find a workplace where you can impact the lives of more than 5,200 students who are being educated as Christ-centered global leaders each year. The university has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" by The Chronicle of Higher Education for 11 years. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, expansive opportunities for professional and personal development, and an emphasis on our core Christian values. Explore these postings for the Abilene campus and Dallas branch to find the right fit for you.

At Abilene Christian University, you will find more than a job. You will find a workplace where you can impact the lives of more than 5,200 students who are being educated as Christ-centered global leaders each year. The university has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" by The Chronicle of Higher Education for 11 years. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, expansive opportunities for professional and personal development, and an emphasis on our core Christian values. Explore these postings for the Abilene campus and Dallas branch to find the right fit for you.

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Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) - Literacy Education

Apply now Job no: 493971
Work Type: Faculty full-time
Location: Abilene
Categories: Faculty

About ACU

Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

Title of Position

Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure-Track) - Literacy Education

Posting Location

Abilene, Texas

Department

School of Education

Employee Class

Faculty Full-Time

Faculty Position Information

The School of Education at Abilene Christian University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate professor of Literacy Education. This full-time, 9-month appointment will begin August 2025. We seek a colleague who can help prepare effective educators, collaborate with colleagues in the department, foster strong relationships with schools and classroom teachers, and who demonstrates strong potential for continued scholarship and professional service in the field of literacy education. Our new colleague will be joining a dynamic and committed community of educators and scholars in the School of Education and a collaborative literacy team. The successful candidate will be expected to teach course(s) in literacy education and potentially other areas of expertise, work with practicum students and clinical teachers, build relationships with public schools, and participate and contribute to the School of Education’s mission to “prepare exemplary, committed educators for service in diverse and multicultural communities for the glory of God”.

 

About ACU and the School of Education

Abilene Christian University is a private, Carnegie Doctoral university with approximately 6,000 students and offers four doctorates. ACU is recognized by U.S. News & World Reports as 7th in the nation in “Service Learning” and 14th in “Learning Communities.” ACU is also recognized as one of the Princeton Review’s “Best Regional Colleges” (Southwest). The School of Education, housed in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, offers AAQEP accredited degree programs certifying elementary, middle grades, and secondary teachers through both undergraduate degree plans and a 5th-year M.Ed. in Teaching and Learning. Guided by our new conceptual framework, the School of Education aims to prepare teachers who are reflective, responsive, aware, and critical. These conceptual lenses shape the work we do to prepare teachers who will serve students well in Texas and beyond.

 

Completed applications will include:

● A Letter of Interest highlighting qualifications for the position
● Curriculum Vitae
● Statement of Teaching Philosophy
● Statement on the Relationship of Christian Faith and Teaching
● Statement of Personal Faith Journey
● Copy of paper(s) and/or publication(s)
● Academic/Professional Letter of Recommendation
● Letter of Recommendation from a church leader
● Contact information for 3 professional references
● Copies of Transcripts for academic work (official transcripts will be required upon final offer)

Questions or inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Joe McAnulty (joseph.mcanulty@acu.edu)

Qualifications

● An earned doctorate from an accredited institution conferred no later than August 2025.
● Specialization in literacy education or a related field.
● A minimum of three years of K-12 teaching experience
● A record of, or evidence of potential for, scholarly productivity
● A demonstrated commitment to equity-oriented, culturally responsive/sustaining, and/or antiracist teaching frameworks.
● Evidence of professional and institutional service in K-12 and/or higher education.

Additional Information

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets.  Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.

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