English Education Teaching Faculty

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Key Job Responsibilities:

• Designs curriculum and/or techniques for instruction in a disciplinary area and suggests new ways of effective instruction in courses within that discipline

• Presents evaluations of teaching methods and techniques to those in the institution and elsewhere

• Develops grant proposals for instructional development and may serve as principal or co-principal investigator on grants to develop new teaching methods in the discipline

• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and trains faculty and other instructional staff in use of said instructional techniques and programs

• Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed

• Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements

• May administer budget and personnel for instructional grants and programs

• Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading

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The UWM School of Education (SOE) offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degree programs, and certifications in over 46 program areas. The SOE faculty recognizes the necessity to be leaders for equity and social justice to improve our nation’s public educational system The School’s key mission is to provide leadership and inspiration for learning and human development in urban communities, and its central vision is to become a premier urban school of education recognized for its diversity and known for excellence in teaching, learning and research. As a community of scholars, the SOE faculty views research as a primary asset since effective educational and societal decisions are derived from that knowledge-base. This asset affirms the faculty’s intent to continue to adapt, develop, and expand its efforts to serve diverse populations, train future scholars and practitioners, and promote an atmosphere of free inquiry. Please visit the school’s website at www.uwm.edu/education

Compensation:

The target hiring range is $50,000-$60,000 per year (academic basis). 

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with a specialty or focus in English education, curriculum and instruction, or literacy and language related field
• English classroom experience of at least three years
• At least one year experience in higher education

Preferred Qualifications:

• English education licensure/licensure eligibility
• Experience with inclusive education and culturally/linguistically responsive teaching in urban settings
• Teaching experience in higher education focused on teacher education and the development of racial equity
• Proficiency with online course delivery
• A record of scholarly engagement  
• Ph.D.  in English Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Urban Education, Language and Literacy, or closely related field 

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online a provide a letter of interest describing research interests, past accomplishments, qualifications, and must explicitly articulate how minimum and preferred qualifications are met and a detailed curriculum vitae.

PLEASE NOTE: letter of interest and CV will need to be uploaded to the same upload area in the application.   

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a letter of interest and CV will not be considered.

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
 

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Apply in Workday by the application deadline, June 29, 2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse at [email protected]. 

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.