Assistant Professor of Literacy Education
About the role
The School of Teaching and Learning invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Literacy Education beginning August 16, 2027. We seek candidates with expertise in foundational literacy development and instruction. The successful candidate will contribute to elementary and/or middle-level teacher preparation through literacy methods instruction and supervision of clinical and field-based experiences, with a commitment to equitable and accessible literacy education that recognizes and builds upon learners’ cultural and linguistic resources.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate literacy methods courses in elementary and/or middle-level teacher preparation programs.
- Supervise and support teacher candidates during clinical and field-based experiences.
- Maintain an active program of scholarly research and publication.
- Engage in service activities that support the School, College, University, and profession.
- Opportunities to teach master’s and doctoral courses and mentor graduate students within the School of Teaching and Learning.
Schedule
Nine-month, tenure-track appointment. The normal teaching load is nine credit hours per semester, typically consisting of three courses each semester, which may include clinical teaching and supervision responsibilities.
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package is included, and summer teaching opportunities may be available.