"26-71 Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Educational Assessment"

Position Summary

Join a vibrant equity-minded campus whose excellence is reflected in its community, cultural engagement, and student success. The Department of Educational Foundation and Policy Studies invites applicants for a Full-time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Educational Assessment position. The position begins in August 2026.

West Chester University (WCU), a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

The Department of Educational Foundations and Policy Studies, part of College of Education and Social Work, is dedicated to fostering the development of educators with the requisite critical consciousness and pedagogical skills to act as public intellectuals; citizen-teachers capable of creating pedagogical spaces and practices that are relevant, impactful, and liberating for their students. Learn more about the Department of Educational Foundations and Policy Studies.

The faculty position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Educational Assessment program. The typical workload involves teaching four courses per semester. Courses are typically offered face-to-face as well as online, hybrid, hyflex, and/or distance education modalities. The ideal candidate will use innovative teaching skills and demonstrate strong attention to the learning and teaching needs of the department's students. Their experience, substantive specialization, and pedagogical training will serve to strengthen the department's mission and vision. The faculty will collaborate with other departmental and college faculty & staff to ensure student success. The incumbent will complete a distance education training program within the first two years of hire.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in Educational Assessment program via department approved modalities. Additional courses may be assigned based on area of specialization depending on department needs
• Engage in scholarly activities such as research, presentations, publications, and grants. This is necessary for tenure and promotion.
• Advise and/or mentor students
• Serve the University and the community through participation in various committees
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Educational Assessment or Measurement or a closely related discipline. ABD may be considered - must be completed by December 2026
• A record of research and scholarship
• A record of K-12 teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience teaching at the K-12 level; and/or
• Experience teaching at college level; and/or
• Demonstrated experience in Critical Pedagogy, Critical Quantitative Methods, Qualitative Research methods, and/or Transformative Education

Special Instructions

To be considered as an applicant for this position, you must submit the following:

• Cover Letter - include a statement of interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required later for employment.)
• Service Statement (see below) (Will be prompted to provide at a later date):

West Chester University is a community of educators that develops graduates to succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

WCU GRADUATES WILL:

• Apply scientific reasoning and demonstrate quantitative and qualitative literacy
• Collaborate with others to solve problems and address societal needs
• Communicate effectively and participate in civic discourse
• Engage inclusively in a diverse society
• Understand the ethical implications of decisions and the world in which they live

INSTITUTIONAL GOALS:

To fulfill its mission as a public institution serving the Commonwealth, West Chester University will focus on student success and institutional improvement as measured by the degree to which WCU demonstrates:

• Access to learning
• Community and cultural engagement
• Continuous improvement
• Critical thinking
• Inclusion
• Scholarly and creative activities
• Sustainability

Given this, please select from one of the prompts below to create a service statement (no more than 1 page)

Engagement with the Campus Community

• Describe your efforts to create an inclusive and supportive campus environment for all students, faculty, and staff. How have you contributed to fostering a sense of belonging in your department or institution?

Mentorship and Student Support

• How have you worked to support and mentor students with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives? Share specific examples of how you have helped students navigate challenges in their academic or professional journeys.

Outreach and Community Involvement

• Discuss your experiences working with community organizations, schools, or educational programs that aim to expand access to higher education. How have you helped ensure broader participation in your field?

Pedagogical and Curricular Contributions

• How have you contributed to developing curricula, programs, or initiatives that are accessible and relevant to a broad range of students? Provide examples of how you have designed or implemented courses that engage with multiple perspectives.

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Reflect on your participation in initiatives, committees, or professional development activities that aim to create a welcoming academic environment. How have you collaborated with colleagues to enhance student success and engagement?

Research and Scholarship Impact

• In what ways has your research or scholarly work contributed to increasing opportunities, perspectives, and voices in your field? Describe any projects or initiatives aimed at broadening participation, access or engagement.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.

Email hrs@wcupa.edu for questions regarding the application process.