Assistant/Associate Professor of Elementary Literacy

The San Diego State University Division of Education at Imperial Valley seeks to hire a tenure-track assistant or associate professor with expertise in elementary literacy education (grades Tk-6) . The successful candidate will be appointed and assigned to the  SDSU Imperial Valley (https://imperialvalley.sdsu.edu/), located in Calexico, California, 120 miles east of San Diego, California, and will collaborate with colleagues in the SDSU-IV Division of Education and the School of Teacher Education in SDSU’s College of Education (www.sdsu.edu). SDSU-Imperial Valley is a diverse, Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all. 

Apply via PageUp by November 15, 2026

Candidates will be expected to maintain an active scholarly record, support community partnerships, and provide service to the University. The anticipated start date for this position is August 2027.     

Required qualifications by date of application

• A record of original research and scholarly accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to  develop a vigorous and independent program of scholarship.
• Commitment to social justice, critical perspectives and equity for all learners.
• Experience teaching literacy in racially, culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse TK-6 educational settings in the United States
• Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria. 

• In addition, required for ASSOCIATE Level:

  • A scholarly level of publications commensurate with that of an associate professor. 

  • Demonstrate proficiency teaching literacy and/or biliteracy courses in higher education

   

Required qualifications by date of hire

• Terminal degree in Literacy Education, Elementary Education, Bilingual Education, Biliteracy Education, or a closely related field.with all degree requirements met.

Preferred qualification

• Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential (RLLSC) or equivalent experience providing literacy-related professional development to teachers and/or providing literacy support to PreK-12 students (K-6 preferred)
• Demonstrated teaching experience in Spanish bilingual, dual-language, and/or multilingual elementary educational settings
• Experience supervising teachers in K-6 settings
• Demonstrated potential for securing external funding (for Associate level, evidence of having secured external funding)
• Fluency in Spanish 

Apply via PageUp by Nov. 15, 2026, providing the following materials: 

• Cover letter, including information indicating how the applicant meets or will meet required qualifications, preferred qualifications, and “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria

• Curriculum vita

• Names and contact information for three references

• Writing sample

• Teaching philosophy statement

The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. Anticipated salary is $75,000 - $80,000 for assistant professors and $92,000 - $97,000 for associate professors. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For benefits information, click here.

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As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable “OneSDSU” community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position; applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Pursuant to Education Code 89521, the California State University requires that employment applicants disclose any final administrative decision or final judicial decision issued within the last seven years determining that the applicant committed sexual harassment. This requirement applies specifically to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the Academic or Administrative position they are applying to.  Disclosures shall be provided to the San Diego State University Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination for further adjudication. Please contact cphd@sdsu.edu.

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

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