Open Rank Professor of Practice, Literacy Studies

About the role

The Department of Teacher and Administrator Preparation in the College of Education, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a 9‑month, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice, Academic Professional Track position, with a specialization in literacy studies beginning Fall 2027. The department offers undergraduate teacher certification programs in elementary education, elementary bilingual and ESL education, secondary education, and special education, plus expanding on‑campus and online certification, endorsements, and master’s degree programs in areas such as literacy education; Mind, Brain, and Education; Instructional and Learning Design Technology; mathematics education; and science education. Home to 1,000 students, 29 faculty members, and 19 staff members, the College of Education prepares education professionals to lead North Texas in a dynamic and changing environment and contributes to the national dialogue surrounding education in the 21st Century. Its Educator Preparation Programs are fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency; the College earned an A+ rating from the National Council on Teacher Quality in 2026 and was ranked 8 out of 323 universities for its online master’s degree programs by US News and World Report. The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas‑Fort Worth‑Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse area home to over 7 million people, with a fast‑growing tech economy, rich arts and culture, and a student body of more than 42,000. UTA is a Carnegie R‑1 “Very High Research Activity” institution, a Hispanic‑Serving Institution, an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander‑Serving Institution, and ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and top in North Texas for graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in both traditional and online formats;
• Contribute to curriculum development;
• Contribute to the department, college, and university’s mission through assigned service.

Requirements

Required Qualifications: An earned doctorate in literacy, reading, or curriculum and instruction with at least 18 graduate hours in literacy education by August 2027; Evidence of strong teaching at the higher education level; and a minimum of 3 years of PK‑12 classroom teaching experience in literacy education.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in university teaching in traditional and online environments, an understanding of the structures of schools and systems, and a commitment to developing and engaging in collaborative work relationships. Focus or specialization in reading.

Benefits

The university offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. A tool is available to calculate the total worth of your compensation package: Benefits Calculator.

Pay

Pay Basis: Monthly.