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Assistant Professor of Practice in Literacy Teacher Education

Position Number: 6800083
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education

Assistant Professor of Practice in Literacy Teacher Education

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Teacher Education in the College of Education at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Assistant Professor of Practice to begin September 1, 2026.All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Techto learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

Position Description
The Department of Teacher Education in the College of Education at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Assistant Professor of Practice to begin September 1, 2026.

All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

Major/Essential Functions
At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

As a faculty member in the Department of Teacher Education, you will be expected to:

Teach and supervise literacy education courses aligned with state certification standards, including the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) and state-level literacy initiatives
Support the design and delivery of evidence-based literacy coursework for teacher candidates pursuing EC-6 Generalist and 4-8 RLA certifications, ensuring alignment with Texas Education Agency standards and best practices in reading pedagogy
Collaborate with TTU teacher education faculty and community partners to sustain and expand TTU's leadership in strengthening literacy educator preparation and meeting local and state hiring demands
Engage in program evaluation, data management and monitoring, and research related to literacy teacher education
Support strategic initiatives to increase enrollment and diversify participation in literacy education programs across the university

The Assistant Professor of Practice will work closely with the Department Chair, TED Faculty Anchors, Professional Development Facilitators, Site Coordinators, and Lecturers to strengthen the undergraduate literacy education program and ensure alignment with departmental and institutional goals.

Required Qualifications

A conferred doctorate by September 1, 2026, from a major accredited university in Literacy Education or a closely related field
At least three years of PK-12 literacy teaching experience
Demonstrates an emerging record of scholarly productivity in literacy education

Preferred Qualifications

Strong content and pedagogical knowledge in literacy, aligned with the responsibilities of the role
Holds a current state-issued teaching certificate
Thorough understanding of Texas EC-12 literacy curriculum standards and teacher licensure requirements
At least two years of university-level literacy-related teaching experience
Demonstrated expertise in literacy teacher education research, supported by relevant coursework, training, and/or scholarly publications
Proven ability to use data to inform and improve instructional practices in literacy teacher education
Experience building and sustaining partnerships with stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate innovations in literacy teacher preparation

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy Statement
List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Lacy D. Brice, Search Committee Chair, at lacy.brice@ttu.edu.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.