Job Description

Job Summary
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.

Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will:
Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in both traditional and online formats;
Contribute to curriculum development; and
Contribute to the department, college, and university’s mission through assigned service.
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.
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.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is considered on an exception-only basis and is not routinely available.
Department Information
The Department of Teacher and Administrator Preparation offers undergraduate teacher certification programs in elementary education, elementary bilingual and ESL education, secondary education, and special education. An expanding offering of 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, with additional programs in the planning stages.