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Purpose:
The successful candidate will join our Curriculum Project Team in the Center for Reading Science. Reading Opens Worlds (ROW) is a Prek-2nd grade integrated literacy, science, and social studies curriculum. This is a grant-supported, full-time (12-month), non-tenure-track position, with funding secured through June 2028. There is a possibility of continued funding after June 2028.
Duties:
The School of Education at Mount St. Joseph University invites applications for this 12-month position as a Multilingual Learner Specialist on the ROW curriculum project. This individual would collaborate with the curriculum writers to create and/or edit instructional materials to ensure they are accessible, culturally responsive, and effective for multilingual learners. This role provides expertise in language acquisition, translanguaging, scaffolding strategies, and inclusive instructional practices to support students' development of both academic content knowledge and English proficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the science of reading and extensive experience teaching reading and writing to Spanish speakers. The candidate should be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish.
A doctoral degree is preferred, though candidates with a master’s degree in reading or a related field and significant experience are encouraged to apply.
Mount St. Joseph University’s Reading Science Program is an IDA Accredited Plus program with pathways to all levels of certification through the International Dyslexia Association.
Primary Contacts: School of Education faculty and staff.
Qualifications- A master’s degree in reading or a related field is required; a doctoral degree is preferred (ABD candidates are welcome to apply)
- Extensive teaching experience in PreK–5 reading instruction
- Proven ability to prepare educators in evidence-based reading practices
- Experience working with diverse students, families, and school communities
- Experience writing instructional materials
- Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
We are seeking candidates who reflect our mission and values through a commitment to service, inclusion, and social justice. The ability to work collaboratively and effectively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and professional partners is essential.
Expectations:
The candidate will be expected to serve on the curriculum project team in our Center for Reading Science. Additional responsibilities may include:
* Providing service to the graduate program, department, university, and the professional community
* Other duties as assigned
Applicants should upload (1) a letter of intent expressing in detail how they meet the required qualifications for this position and outlining research interests; (2) a resume; and (3) three references that include contact information; (4) Official copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts should be mailed directly to the School of Education.
A review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Janice Kohler at [email protected].
Information about the Reading Science Program and The Center for Reading Science can be found on our websites
Program Information – www.msj.edu/reading-science
Center - ww.readingscience.org
Benefits
Mount St. Joseph University offers a wide array of benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Tuition Remission for you and your family.
- 403b Retirement
- Excellent benefits including medical, employer HSA contributions, dental, vision, life, parental leave.
- Generous PTO.
- 16 paid holidays.
- Competitive salaries.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative educational environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
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Skills Required
- Master's degree in reading or a related field
- Doctoral degree preferred (ABD candidates welcome)
- Extensive teaching experience in PreK-5 reading instruction
- Proven ability to prepare educators in evidence-based reading practices
- Experience working with diverse students, families, and school communities
- Experience writing instructional materials
- Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish
- Strong background in the science of reading
What We Do
Mount St. Joseph University is a Catholic academic community grounded in the spiritual values and vision of its founders, the Sisters of Charity. The University educates its students through interdisciplinary liberal arts, and professional curricula emphasizing values, integrity, and social responsibility.
