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The EIU Department of Teaching, Learning and Foundations seeks a
non-tenure track faculty member (grades 6-12) to teach courses such as
instructional strategies for the middle level and secondary classroom;
diverse contexts that influence the learning process; reading and
literacy; and assessing student learning. Teaching assignments may
include undergraduate and/or graduate courses using a variety of
delivery formats (online, face-to-face, off campus, or blended). For
courses with program required field experiences, candidates will be
expected to supervise and evaluate students within their field
placements and serve to maintain mutually beneficial relationships with
public school partners.
Additionally, successful candidates will be committed to the department
mission of providing current and future educators with knowledge,
skills, and dispositions to meet the challenges of todays classroom. To
do so means that candidates must demonstrate current knowledge of
instructional assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation pedagogy as
well as the current trends and issues impacting education. The ideal
candidate will possess knowledge of evidence- based literacy instruction
and strategies for supporting students in reading, writing, and content
area classes. Candidates must demonstrate and ability to work
collegially with other members of the faculty; engage in
cross-disciplinary collaboration; and effectively communicate both
orally and in writing.
Diversity and Inclusion: Eastern Illinois University is committed to
fostering a learning community where all members feel welcomed and
valued. The university provides equality of opportunity in all areas of
campus life and we strive to recognize and appreciate the unique value
of our students, faculty, and staff. Every member of campus has the
right to learn and work in an environment free of discrimination and
harassment, and beyond that, our goal is for all members of our
community to develop a strong sense of belonging to Eastern Illinois
University.
The University and Community: Eastern Illinois University takes
pride in creating a warm, welcome environment for all faculty, staff and
students. Established in 1895, EIU boasts a rich tradition of preparing
students for their personal and professional goals. As a regional
residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively
low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for
its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates,
campus safety, online degree options, student support, and
sustainability initiatives. EIU focuses on individualized attention and
has earned recognition as the highest-ranking independent public
regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwests top
public regional universities according to U.S. News and World Report.
Eastern offers faculty a wide range of research and public service
activities. EIU hosts more than 175 student organizations on campus, and
offers a variety of cultural events, NCAA Division I athletics, and
active research opportunities. EIU has become recognized for providing
the resources of a large institution while creating the kinds of
individual relationships that support student and alumni success.
Eastern Illinois University is located in Charleston, Illinoisa charming
town within a two- to three-hour drive of three major metropolitan areas
including Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis.