"LITERACY EDUCATION - ASSOCIATE OR FULL PROFESSOR (TENURE-TRACK)"

Job Details

The College of Education and Social Services (CESS) at the University of Vermont invites nominations and applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position in the Department of Education beginning Fall 2026, at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. We seek a literacy scholar motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the CESS mission to "create a more humane and just society".

The successful candidate will demonstrate an active program of literacy research as evidenced by publications in top tier peer-reviewed scholarly outlets, competitive extramural funding, excellence in teaching and advising, and contributions to academic and professional service activities.

The University

Established in 1791, the University of Vermont is consistently ranked as one of the top public universities in the United States. According to U.S. News and World Report, UVM is ranked among top public institutions, functioning as an R-1 land grant while simultaneously maintaining a small New-England liberal arts college feel. UVM’s tradition of equity and social justice extends not only to faculty, staff, and students, but also is reflected in a commitment to environmentally sound and sustainable practices.

The College

The Mission of The College of Education and Social Services is to educate and prepare outstanding professionals in education, human services, and social work; engage in scholarship of high quality; and provide exemplary professional service to Vermont, the nation, and the world. We do this to contribute to a more humane and just society, free from oppression, that maximizes human potential and the quality of life for all individuals, families and communities.

The Department

The Department of Education is home to educator and leadership preparation programs at the UG, Masters, EdD and PhD levels. The programs are nationally accredited and recognized for high-quality student experience, innovative teaching practices, and collegial, inclusive work environments. Faculty are nationally and internationally recognized in their fields. Nationally accredited educator preparation programs, higher education student affairs, interdisciplinary studies, individually designed majors and a host of innovative certificates and minors serve a student population from around the United States.

The Community

UVM is located in Burlington, Vermont, a panoramic setting on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Adirondack Mountains of New York State. We are a walkable and bikeable community with University sponsored ride sharing and public transportation. Our regional airport is served by Delta, American, United and other major carriers. We have a rich cultural, civic, and arts community as well as a wide range of outdoor activities in close proximity. Lakes, rivers, and mountains provide a range of outdoor opportunities year-round. Vermont’s size and history support an environment of access and opportunities for collaborative agency partnerships throughout the state and region.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate at the Associate/Full level will assume a range of responsibilities that include:

• Consistent and cohesive program of research in literacy
• Excellence in teaching and advising.
• Collegial service contributions.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in a literacy education relevant discipline
• Record of publication commensurate with rank
• Experience with external grant funding commensurate with rank
• Evidence of teaching excellence in higher education
• Evidence of strong collegial, communication, and collaborative teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and skills collaborating with state departments of education and across state institutions on literacy initiatives and change efforts
• Experience in educator preparation programs
• Content area expertise in literacy interventions across universal instruction and tier 2 and 3 interventions
• Experience and commitment that will help elevate UVM’s position as a leader in literacy in the state and beyond

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through their teaching, service, research, scholarship, or creative arts.

SALARY RANGE (9 Mo): Associate Professor: $96,000-$102,000; Full Professor: $107,000-$120,000; Final offers include a start-up package for research, with salary determinations based upon experience and qualifications.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin November 30, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. For more detailed information about us, visit our web pages Department of Education; the College of Education and Social Services; and the University of Vermont.

Anticipated starting date is August 24, 2026. Please apply online at www.uvmjobs.com. Include 1) a cover letter specifically addressing how your qualifications meet position requirements; 2) a current curriculum vitae; 3) a separate 1 page statement on how you, as a faculty member in the department, would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground Values at UVM; and 4) the names and email addresses of three references who can be contacted for letters of support before a candidate is advanced to on-campus interviews in the search process. Candidates that advance to on-campus interviews will also be expected to provide evidence of excellence in teaching. For all applicants, employment is subject to a successful background check. For more information about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Juliet Halladay, juliet.halladay@uvm.edu.

*The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.*