Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in English Language Teaching Methodology and Literacy Development (Sec)
Overview
The National Institute of Education (NIE) is among the world’s top education institutes, recognised for its excellence in teacher education and educational research. NIE has played a key and pivotal role in shaping and developing Singapore’s teaching profession and landscape through evidence-informed, practice-focused and values-based programmes and initiatives.
An autonomous institute situated within the research-intensive Nanyang Technological University, NIE is consistently ranked within the top 10 in the world for research impact in the field of Education.
The English Language and Literature Department (ELL) at the NIE, invites qualified applicants to apply for the Lecturer up to Senior Lecturer position, specializing in the area of English Language Teaching and Literacy Development (Secondary level).
Requirements
- a PhD or EdD qualification in the area of English Language/Linguistics, Literacy or Language Education (applicants who are nearing completion of their doctoral studies will be considered but PhD/EdD must be in hand for the appointment);
- experience teaching English at the school level (K-12), preferably in Singapore schools;
- experience teaching Secondary Literature would be an advantage;
- an established record of excellent teaching at the tertiary level as evidenced, among others, by student feedback on teaching;
- experience in designing, teaching, and managing courses in areas relevant to the position at the tertiary level;
- experience of teaching different profiles and levels of students, e.g. students across different disciplines, undergraduates and graduate students;
- a research agenda and research experience relevant to English Language Teaching or Literacy Development.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching and course development in the areas reflected in the position, and particularly in language teaching pedagogies, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. They may also be engaged in related activities such as supervision of teaching practice and undergraduate research projects; engage in research and maintain a good publication record; establish professional connections with local and international researchers and practitioners involved in the specific expertise area; undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and contribute to other service-related activities at the department or institution level.
We Offer
- An active and vibrant research environment and a highly collegial departmental culture;
- Excellent R&D infrastructure and opportunities for research funding;
- A competitive remuneration package and attractive benefits.
Application
Please submit your application together with the following to us through the provided link: A cover letter; A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publication list (in APA format), and service records; A statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, (maximum 2 pages); Student feedback on teaching (if available); A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages); Statement on Service Contributions and Academic Leadership (if any); One sample publication; and Names, addresses, and email addresses of three academic referees.
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