The College of Education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a global leader in education and research, attracting outstanding faculty and students from across the U.S. and around the world. As a top-ranked institution, we develop, test, and apply new pedagogies and assessment practices that improve learner performance—supporting traditional, blended, and online learning.
Education at Illinois faculty are experts in teacher education, diversity and equity, education policy, learning technologies, social identity, higher education, and human resource development. Our faculty collaborate across disciplines and colleges to address the most critical issues in education, producing scholarship that impacts the state, nation, and the world and driving economic, social, and technological changes that make the world more equitable for all learners across their lifespan.
We invite applications and nominations for a senior scholar to lead the Department of Curriculum & Instruction and build on our historical accomplishments and current initiatives related to community and public engagement. This leader will join us in reimagining our role as university actors, catalysts, and social change agents and taking action to build a more just, liberatory, and accountable institution and world. Depending on the alignment of scholarly work and qualifications, the department head position may be combined with a named professorship in Curriculum and Instruction.
The Department comprises 26 internationally and nationally recognized tenure-track and specialized faculty from racially and linguistically diverse backgrounds who are committed to seeking deep interconnections among theory, research, and practice. Research anchors our work at the graduate level, with our intellectual contributions organized into four program areas: 1) Curriculum Research, Early Childhood Education, Aesthetics, and Teacher Education (CREATE); 2) Digital Environments for Learning, Teaching & Agency (DELTA); 3) Language and Literacy (L&L); and 4) Mathematics, Science, and Engineering (MSE). At the undergraduate level, we focus on global and local concerns of pre- and in-service teacher learning, early childhood, elementary, and secondary education, and our faculty contribute significantly to the College’s licensure and non-licensure degree programs.
The College of Education provides strong support for research through the Bureau of Educational Research, and opportunities abound for collaboration within the College as well as campuswide, focused on both school- and community-based learning settings. Faculty in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction are funded by the National Science Foundation, Institute of Education Sciences, and the U. S. Department of Education, among other prestigious foundations.
The Department Head has the administrative support of an associate head for graduate programs, program area chairs, and an administrative assistant, and works collaboratively with the College executive leadership team.
Minimum Qualifications: We seek a nationally known scholar with effective leadership qualities who will support a strong and diverse faculty and continue to recruit and retain diverse students. The Head must possess an earned doctorate in education or a related field and demonstrate a strong record of scholarship commensurate with the position of full professor. Candidates also must have a record of promoting diversity, equity, access, and inclusion within one or more areas of their research, teaching, public engagement, or service.
Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of previous administrative experience in higher education and budget oversight is strongly preferred, as is a strong record of acquiring external funding, an understanding of the complexities of P-12 education and teacher education, a commitment to community engagement and building inclusive relationships, and experience with faculty and program development.
Starting Date and Salary: The target starting date is August 16, 2024. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.
Confidential inquiries about the position may be directed to Professor Stephanie Craft, Search Committee Chair, scraft@illinois.edu.
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 6:00 pm CST on October 13, 2023. Please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a single pdf file that contains (in this order): 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching philosophy statement (two-page single-spaced maximum), 4) a research philosophy statement (two-page single-spaced maximum), 5) one publication (published, in-press, or under review), and 6) full contact information for three references (including a note about your relationship to each) by the closing date. All requested information must be submitted in a single file for consideration.
Requisition ID: 1020132
Position: The Department of Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign is seeking a faculty member at the assistant, associate or full professor rank in computer science education. This is a full-time, nine month, tenure-track appointment.
Position Description: The Department of Curriculum & Instruction possesses an outstanding reputation in the areas of curriculum development, teacher education, and digital learning. We seek candidates who will join the College of Education to engage in scholarship, discovery and innovation to provide transformative learning experiences to have an impact on society.
We seek candidates with expertise in computer science education (grades 5 – 12). Candidates will undertake a program of research that will lead to an outstanding and sustained record of scholarship and external funding. Teaching assignments will include in-person and online courses related to computer science teaching methods for the middle grades and secondary licensure program and the Secondary Teaching Endorsement in Computer Science, as well as graduate courses in computer science education. Candidates will have opportunities to participate in graduate program development in on campus and online environments and in the recruitment and training of graduate students.
Qualifications: Earned doctorate in computer science education, computer science, educational technology, learning sciences or other relevant fields related to computer science education is required. Evidence of scholarly activity/potential is required. Candidates must have an established record of research, teaching, and service to meet the University’s requirements for tenure at the appropriate rank.
Preferred Experience: Computer science teaching experience in middle or secondary school grades. Commitment to broadening participation in computing, and an understanding of, and experience applying, equity-based, culturally-supporting and/or culturally-relevant computer science pedagogical approaches. Research and publications related to the teaching or learning of computer science. Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teacher preparation and working with diverse populations, prior university teaching experience, and the use of technology for instructional delivery, including online.
Responsibilities: Carry out an active program of research and actively pursue external funding. Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate-level course work related to computer science education. Participate in the ongoing computer science education teacher training programs. Advise and recruit master’s and doctoral students in education. Provide leadership and service at the national, state, and local levels related to computer science education.
Salary and Starting Date: Salary will be commensurate with experience. The proposed starting date is August 16, 2024.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 6:00 pm CST on September 29, 2023. Please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload one file that contains a cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal statement of teaching and research philosophies, and the contact information for three references by the closing date. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. For more information, please contact the search chair, Associate Professor Mike Tissenbaum, at miketiss@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1020126
Position: The Department of Curriculum & Instruction is seeking a full-time specialized faculty member at the rank of instructor or lecturer. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track position with an additional summer month appointment, as needed.
Position Description: The Department of Curriculum & Instruction possesses an outstanding reputation in the areas of early childhood and teacher education. We seek a colleague who will join our department and College of Education to engage in teaching that will create transformative learning experiences for students and impact society. We seek candidates with expertise in early childhood education (birth through grade 2). Teaching assignments will primarily focus on reading and language arts methods courses in the online early childhood licensure program with other Curriculum & Instruction courses assigned based on candidate’s additional areas of expertise.
Qualifications: An earned master’s degree in literacy education or a related field is required. Candidates at the instructor level must have an earned master’s degree at the time of hire. Candidates at the lecturer level must have an earned doctorate at the time of hire. A minimum of three years teaching experience (or documented equivalent) with students in the range of PreK – 2nd grades is required. Experience in the use of technology for instructional delivery, including online course delivery is required.
Preferred Experience: We prefer candidates who have the following qualifications: (1) earned doctorate in literacy or early childhood education; (2) five years of teaching experience in PreK-2nd grades; (3) significant experience in multicultural and diverse educational settings; (4) demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teacher preparation and working with diverse populations; (5) prior university teaching experience; (6) expertise in additional content areas such as math, social studies, or science; and (7) experience with Canvas.
Responsibilities: Our new colleague will be expected to (1) develop and teach undergraduate courses related to early childhood literacy; (2) contribute to the ongoing development of undergraduate programs; and (3) provide service at state and local levels related to early childhood education.
Salary and Starting Date: Salary will be commensurate with experience. The proposed starting date is January 1, 2024.
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 6:00 pm CST on September 29, 2023. Please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload one pdf file that contains (in this order) a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and full contact information for three references by the closing date. All requested information must be submitted in a single file for consideration. Please contact Anne Pradzinski, the search chair, with any questions at apradz2@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1020127
The Department of Special Education has a long history of leadership and innovation in the areas of inclusive education, advocacy, academics, and social emotional and behavioral supports for persons with disabilities. Ranked as the 7th best graduate program in special education by U.S. News and World Report (2023), the department is committed to supporting disabled and non-disabled faculty, staff, and students to produce and disseminate new knowledge in special education across the lifespan through excellence in research, teaching, service, and public engagement. Our faculty employ a range of research methods, work in diverse educational and community settings, and prepare educational professionals at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Our faculty also provide leadership in national organizations and serve on editorial boards of highly ranked journals.
Current faculty research is funded with more than 19 million in federal, state, and private dollars, and promotes successful early childhood, school, and life outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Position: The Department of Special Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in special education with expertise in K-12th grade youth.
Position Description: We seek candidates at the assistant/associate/full professor rank with expertise in in one or more of the following areas: (a) teaching and learning academic content, (b) culturally responsive practice, or (c) behavior and mental health support. This dynamic faculty member will contribute to a rich tradition of conducting influential research; securing external grant funding; teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses; mentoring and advising graduate students; and providing university, state, and professional service. Successful candidates must have a strong interest in and commitment to both research and teacher education.
Required Qualifications
Salary and Starting Date: Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. The starting date is August 16, 2024.
Application Procedures: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 6:00 pm CST on October 18, 2023. All requested information must be submitted to be considered. Please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu. You must upload one combined pdf file that contains the following documents: a cover letter that summarizes research, teaching, and service experiences, including how you address and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your work; curriculum vitae; two sample publications; and the contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Invitations to interview may be extended before the closing date of October 18, 2023; however, no hiring decision will be made before that date.
For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact the co-chairs of the search committee, Dr. Catherine Corr (ccorr@illinois.edu) or Dr. Amber Ray (amberray@illinois.edu).
Requisition ID: 1020128
The Department of Educational Psychology seeks applications for an open-ranked position in counseling psychology. This is a full-time, tenure-track, academic year, nine-month position.
The Division of Counseling Psychology is one of four divisions in the Department of Educational Psychology: Counseling Psychology, Cognitive Science of Teaching and Learning (CSTL), Developmental Sciences, and Quantitative and Qualitative Methodology, Measurement, and Evaluation (Queries). The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a land-grant, AAU, high research activity institution. The College and the University provide strong support for research and opportunities for collaboration with leaders across campus and in the field. We are known for our groundbreaking research, innovative approaches to teaching, and service to the global community. More information about the College is available at http://education.illinois.edu.
Position responsibilities: The specific substantive area of interest in counseling psychology is open but may include topics such as vocational/career, psychotherapy process and outcome, and assessment. The successful applicant will be expected to advise doctoral students in the Division of Counseling Psychology and to assume an active role as a responsible member of the College’s scholarly community. Priority will be given to candidates who have an interest in leadership opportunities within the Division.
Qualifications: Candidates must hold an earned doctoral degree in counseling psychology or closely related field; all-but-dissertation candidates will be considered. Candidates should also have a commitment to equity in teaching and research. Candidates who are licensed or license-eligible to practice in the State of Illinois are desirable. The successful applicant at the assistant professor level will demonstrate strong potential for developing an independent research program and strong accomplishments in teaching. The successful applicant at the associate or full levels will have a track record of sustained productivity in a significant program of research, including a consistent record of peer-reviewed publications, success in securing external funding, leadership experience, and a strong and successful graduate and undergraduate teaching and mentoring record.
Salary and Starting Date: Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. The proposed starting date is August 16, 2024.
Application Procedure: To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by 6:00 pm CST on October 10, 2023. Please create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu/ and upload your application materials into one combined pdf file: letter of application, CV, statement of teaching, statement of research interests, teaching evaluations if available, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Finalists will be asked to provide up to 3 examples of publications. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date of October 10, 2023, however, no hiring decision will be made until after this date and will continue until the position is filled. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered.
For more information, please go to www.education.illinois.edu/edpsy or https://education.illinois.edu/available-positions.
For questions about this search please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Helen Neville at hneville@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1020129
The Department of Educational Psychology seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate ranked position in counseling psychology. This is a full-time, specialized faculty (non-tenure track), academic year, nine-month position.
The Division of Counseling Psychology is one of four divisions in the Department of Educational Psychology: Counseling Psychology, Cognitive Science of Teaching and Learning (CSTL), Developmental Sciences, and Quantitative and Qualitative Methodology, Measurement, and Evaluation (Queries). The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a land-grant, AAU, high research activity institution. The College and the University provide strong support for research and opportunities for collaboration with leaders across campus and in the field. We are known for our groundbreaking research, innovative approaches to teaching, and service to the global community. More information about the College is available at http://education.illinois.edu.
Position responsibilities: The successful applicant will be expected to advise and provide clinical supervision and instruction to students enrolled in the new, growing M.S. in Mental Health Counseling Program within the Division of Counseling Psychology, as well as act in an administrative capacity for the master’s and doctoral clinical fieldwork experience. Priority will be given to candidates who have clinical supervision experience and expertise in the areas of addiction treatment, family therapy, psychopathology and/or theories of counseling and psychotherapy.
Qualifications: Candidate must hold an earned doctoral degree in counseling psychology, developmental psychology, clinical psychology, educational psychology, or a related field; all-but-dissertation candidates will be considered. Candidates who are licensed or license-eligible to practice in the State of Illinois are desirable. The successful applicant at the assistant professor level will demonstrate strong potential for teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, supervising, advising, and program administration. The successful applicant at the associate level will be licensed in the State of Illinois or license-eligible with demonstrated experience in teaching, supervising, advising, and program administration.
Salary and Starting Date: Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. The proposed starting date is January 16, 2024.
Application Procedure: To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by 6:00 pm CST on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Please create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu/ and upload your application materials into one combined pdf file: letter of application, CV, statement of teaching statement, research interests, teaching evaluations if available, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date of October 4, 2023; however, no hiring decision will be made until after this date and will continue until the position is filled. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered.
For more information, please go to www.education.illinois.edu/edpsy or https://education.illinois.edu/available-positions.
For questions about this search please contact the search committee co-chairs, Dr. Lisa Kinderman at lisakind@illinois.edu or Dr. Lydia Khuri at mkhuri@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1020130
We seek applicants whose work spans some or all of the following areas within and across K-12, higher education, and learning systems: educational innovation and reform; educational technology, including the use of artificial intelligence; online learning; language and literacy; multimodal semiotics; and pedagogies for diversity, equity and inclusion. The candidate will be expected to teach graduate courses in the Learning Design and Leadership program, including online, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate course offerings across the EPOL Department as needed. EPOL and the College of Education encourage collaborations with departmental, college and campus colleagues.
The College of Education is comprised of faculty across four departments with active research agendas. Altogether, the College of Education has $53 million in active grant funding from federal funding agencies (e.g., NSF, IES). The College of Education offers: a history of collaboration with schools to conduct research and campus centers/institutes to support interdisciplinary work (e.g., Beckman Institute); technology support and infrastructure; and doctoral programs wherein students assist with research.
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For more information about this specific position, please contact the search chair, William Cope at billcope@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Requisition ID: 1020131
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
The Department of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership (EPOL) in the College of Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking a full-time, Teaching Assistant Professor with an anticipated starting date of August 16, 2024. This is an in-person campus position. EPOL includes graduate concentrations in Diversity and Equity in Education, Educational Administration and Leadership, Higher Education, Human Resource Development, Global Studies in Education, Learning Design and Leadership, Philosophy of Education, History of Education, and Social Science and Educational Policy.
The position is a nine-month non-tenure-track appointment, with the possibility of annual renewal. This individual will primarily teach for the Higher Education, Diversity & Equity, and Social Foundations in Education concentration programs within the Department of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership (EPOL).
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications: Previous research and teaching experience in social foundations of education, higher education, diversity & equity, history of education. Experience in mentoring and advising undergraduate and/or graduate students. Strong record of scholarship, teaching, and service.
Position responsibilities include:
Salary: The salary is competitive.
Starting Date: Anticipated start date is August 16, 2024.
Application Procedures: For full consideration, application materials must be received by 6:00 pm CST on October 20, 2023. Please create a candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload
• contact information for three references.
All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date.
For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
For more information regarding the search, please send inquiries to Dr. Denice Ward Hood, Search Committee Chair at (dwhood@illinois.edu).
Requisition ID: 1020133
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.