Governors State University
University Park, IL
Description
The Division of Arts and Letters at Governors State University (GovState) invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of English Education beginning the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates must hold a terminal degree in English Education or an Ed.D. with an advanced degree in English, or a closely related field with a specialization in teacher education. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in English methods, reading theory, writing theory, literature (particularly children’s and young adult literature), as well as supervise student teachers. The candidate will also teach first-year writing courses in GovState’s general education program. Preferred qualifications include a familiarity with NCTE standards for educator preparation, Illinois State Board of Education licensure assessments, educational technology, and curriculum design. In order to be a leading candidate in this search, in...