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About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Description

The Department of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies (TECS) within the College of Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a lecturer position with a focus on secondary education, specifically secondary English Language Arts.  This position also includes the coordination of a Secondary Teacher Education licensure pathway.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to teacher preparation programs emphasizing methods of teaching English Language Arts, clinical field experiences, social justice and equity in education, culturally and linguistically sustaining pedagogies, schools and schooling in the US, and other courses in our graduate programs and  undergraduate education major.  We seek a teacher-scholar with a demonstrated commitment to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Program Coordination:
  • Manage and coordinate, with the secondary subject matter faculty, to establish student teaching placements for students in the University to Schools licensure program.
  • Manage all programmatic activities related to the University to Schools licensure pathway, such as recruitment, admissions, and advising.
  • Support students using technology and assessment systems.
• Teaching:
  • Teach at the graduate level, including two English Language Arts methods courses (aligned with the MA Curriculum Frameworks), pre-practicum and practicum courses, and student teaching seminars.
  • Teach at the undergraduate level, including a curriculum development course, social issues in education, multicultural education, and other courses in areas of expertise
• College Service:
  • Engage in faculty governance, attend meetings, and serve on committees, particularly the Educator Licensure Advisory Council (ELAC).

Requirements

Licensure Pathway (UTS) Program by possessing the following qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Doctorate in Education or related field with a focus on secondary education, or equivalent. (Doctoral candidates who are ABD may be considered)
• Knowledge of Massachusetts secondary education teacher licensure requirements and English Language Arts curriculum frameworks.
• At least five years of experience teaching in middle or secondary schools. 
• Experience working in schools that serve socio-economically, culturally, and linguistically diverse students.
• Experience working with pre-service and in-service teachers and administrators in school-university partnership programs.
• Ability to work effectively with learners of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Demonstrable record of commitment to equity, diversity, and social justice.

Preferred Requirements

• Administrative experience or college teaching experience preferred.
• Proficiency in instructional technology.

Additional Information

The initial appointment is for two years. Reappointments are contingent upon the availability of funding.

Application Instructions

Applicants are required to apply through the UMass online application system, where they should submit the following materials (in pdf format):

1.           A letter of interest that addresses the candidate’s alignment with the minimum and preferred qualifications

2.           A curriculum vitae

3.           Three (3) professional reference letters

4.           A diversity statement to be included with each candidate’s application materials. The diversity statement is intended to clarify how a candidate will support a culture of equality and fairness at all levels of the organization and may highlight prior advocacy efforts or intended contributions to the College of Education.

The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.