Assistant/Associate Professor – Reading (RDG)

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor – Reading (RDG)

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

CASE- Education (EdD, Curriculum, and Instruction)

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University–Texarkana, through the Education Division, seeks a tenure-track faculty member in Reading to contribute to undergraduate and graduate educator preparation programs through teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will provide high-quality instruction in reading and literacy education, support teacher preparation and advanced certification pathways, and maintain an active program of scholarly inquiry aligned with the mission of the university.

The standard teaching load is 3/3, with expectations for peer-reviewed research, scholarly publication, and professional dissemination consistent with tenure and promotion guidelines. Teaching responsibilities will emphasize reading development, assessment, intervention, and evidence-based literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) and Texas reading standards, with the possibility of teaching related courses across the Education Division as program needs require.

The position includes collaboration with EC–12 partners, support for certification programs, and service to the department, university, and profession. The successful candidate will value collegiality, continuous improvement, and data-informed decision-making in teaching, research, and program development.

Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in reading and literacy education

• Prepare teacher candidates to implement evidence-based reading instruction aligned with the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) and Texas certification requirements

• Design and deliver instruction using evidence-based literacy practices in face-to-face and online environments

• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including those pursuing advanced certification

• Maintain an active, productive research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publications

• Present research at regional, national, or international professional conferences

• Collaborate with EC–12 partners to support literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention initiatives

• Contribute to program development, assessment, and accreditation efforts related to reading and literacy

• Participate in service activities at the department, college, university, and professional levels

• Pursue professional growth aligned with tenure and promotion expectations

• Comply with university policies, accreditation standards, and educator preparation requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications for Assistant Rank

• Hold an earned doctorate in Reading, Literacy Education, Curriculum & Instruction (with a literacy emphasis), or a closely related field

• Be eligible to teach reading and literacy courses in an educator preparation program

• Hold or be eligible to obtain Texas educator licensure

• Integrate the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) and Texas reading standards into coursework aligned with Texas educator certification requirements

• Demonstrate preparation or experience aligned with reading instruction, assessment, and intervention

• Show potential for scholarly research and publication in reading or literacy education

• Exhibit strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills

• Engage effectively in teaching, research, and service responsibilities

• Uphold professional ethics and confidentiality

Minimum Qualifications for Associate Rank

• Meet all the minimum requirements listed as Assistant Professor Rank

• A minimum of 5 years of service at the rank of Assistant Professor

• Demonstrated record of effective teaching in reading or literacy courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level

• Established and sustained record of peer-reviewed publications in reading or literacy education appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor

• Demonstrated ongoing and coherent research agenda with evidence of scholarly impact

• Demonstrated record of meaningful service contributions at the department, college, university, and/or professional level

Preferred Qualifications 

• Hold or be eligible to obtain Texas Reading Specialist certification

• Teach or have taught reading or literacy courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level

• Conduct research in reading, literacy, language development, or related areas

• Publish or demonstrate potential to publish in peer-reviewed journals

• Collaborate with EC–12 schools on literacy initiatives, professional development, or applied research

• Utilize Canvas or a comparable learning management system

• Secure or seek external funding to support literacy research or program development

Other Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

 

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, Unofficial transcripts, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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