Assistant Clinical Professor in Literacies
Ohio State University
Assistant Clinical Professor in Literacies
Ohio State University
Public research university in Columbus, OH
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Position Overview
The Department of Teaching and Learning in the College of Education and Human Ecology invites candidates to apply for a full-time (12-month) clinical-track assistant professor position to contribute to our PK-8 undergraduate licensure and Reading Endorsement programs. The successful candidate will join the Literacies, Literature, and Learning (LLL) section within the Department and will be hired on the Columbus campus. This position will begin in August of 2027.
The Department of Teaching and Learning is committed to ensuring that preservice and inservice teachers have strong preparation in the science of reading and evidence-based practices to support reading and writing success. The Department and College have recently launched a new Reading and Writing Research↔Practice Initiative (RWRP) to support this commitment, with which the candidate hired into this position will be involved. The RWRP focuses on translating research into high-quality teacher preparation and teaching practices along with enhancing partnerships between OSU and P-12 schools/programs.
The successful candidate will contribute to the Department’s teacher education mission primarily through teaching, and student mentorship (up to 24 credit hours annually), research connected to RWRP goals, and service. The successful candidate will teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate courses in Elementary and Middle Childhood Education (PK–8) offered by the Literacies, Literature, and Learning (LLL) section. They may also serve on graduate student committees.
The candidate is expected to collaborate with other LLL, Teaching and Learning, and Special Education faculty across all OSU campuses to revise/align reading and literacy courses with updated research and policy and/or General Education requirements; contribute to the accreditation of relevant programs; participate in the RWRP; and work with the Office of Accreditation and Licensure on field and student teaching placements. The candidate is expected to work with educational organizations, schools/districts, and state partners and to engage in RWRP, LLL, Department, College, and professional service. For those with strong research preparation, the position may also include a limited research component (10 – 15%) connected to RWRP goals.
Immigration/visa sponsorship may be available in very limited situations (e.g., H-1b change of employer), but all decisions concerning immigration/visa sponsorship will depend on an evaluation of complexity and risk.
Performance Objectives
At the time of appointment, candidates are required to have a doctorate in education or a related field plus specific expertise related to evidence-based practices within PK-8 reading and writing. Candidates must have at least 3 years (preferably more) of prior teaching experience in PK-8 classrooms and training/experience with structured literacy approaches. Candidates may have college/university teaching experience, preferably within a preservice teacher preparation program, and evidence of ability to teach effectively.
Successful candidates will exhibit strong knowledge of the science of reading, science of teaching reading, evidence-based/informed practice in teaching and learning, and meeting the varied literacy needs of learners in classrooms. They will have demonstrated commitments to the mission and core values of the Department of Teaching and Learning and the College of Education and Human Ecology.
The position requires an on-campus, face-to-face presence. The candidate must be prepared to teach in-person and engage in in-person service activities.
Ideal candidates will have prior experience working with local/national communities to enhance reading and writing instruction and/or teacher preparation. Also desirable is familiarity with national and Ohio literacy professional standards, Reading/English Language Arts learning standards, and literacy-related legislation/policies; accreditation organizations and processes (e.g., CAEP, IDA, ILA); and IDA/CERI structured literacy certification. Demonstrated commitments to evidence-informed practice, implementation science, and/or translational science are preferred, along with potential for mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students. Knowledge of using technology and GenAI within university teaching and PK-8 literacy instruction is a plus, as are candidates with online (synchronous and asynchronous) university teaching experience/training.
Additional Information
Candidates must have strong communication (written and oral), organizational, and collaboration skills, as demonstrated in application materials, correspondence, and interviews. The successful candidate will be required to complete background checks, approved initial science of reading training (unless already completed), and annual science of reading professional learning.
The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications.
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How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday . If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process. Application materials must include the following; incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
We will begin reviewing applications 30 days after the position is posted and continue accepting applications through March 1, 2027 or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first.
For questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Emily Rodgers ([email protected]), Search Committee Chair.
The College
The College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University is one of the best places to learn and embrace the human experience. We are known for developing Ohio's best educators, researchers, policymakers, exercise scientists, biomedical nutrition researchers, dietitians, financial advisors, event coordinators and other experts who improve society. The U.S. News and World Report college ranking is No. 18 among 376 public and private universities granting doctoral degrees in education, tied with the University of California-Berkeley. The college ranks No. 10 among public universities. For more information, please visit http://ehe.osu.edu.
Department Information
Our mission is to generate knowledge with communities and educators about effective practices for learning and teaching processes affecting people in schools and environments, families, and communities through world‐class research, innovative teaching, and responsive service that addresses pressing educational problems both locally and globally. The Department of Teaching and Learning is one of three departments in the College of Education and Human Ecology. The Department offers several nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate level programs.
Accordingly, the major focus of the department is the preparation of students:
· To be well prepared in theory, evidence-based, and research-based practices in pedagogy.
· To develop the knowledge, pedagogical abilities, and dispositions within a strong social justice framework to effectively teach diverse learners in ways that are culturally relevant and sustaining.
· To become leaders in the field, helping to critique and re-conceptualize knowledge and pedagogy for academic content, critical inquiry and reflection, and learning processes.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.
The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. What Ohio State does matters. And how we do it matters. When we are at our best, we make a real difference to people. Our size, breadth, geography, history and standard of excellence position us to drive the future of higher education. We believe that the university should be a place where people can work and learn together in a safe environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. As such, finalists for any faculty position that carries tenure must sign an authorization and disclosure form, which will allow current or prior employer(s) to share information to the University regarding any findings of employment-related misconduct or disciplinary proceedings against a candidate and/or any pending investigations related to alleged misconduct. Such information shall include findings and pending investigations with respect to sexual harassment, violence, or harassment; research misconduct; financial fraud or misconduct; foreign influence violations, grant misuse or misconduct; and/or any other type of finding or pending investigation relating to a candidate’s employer’s policies and rules governing faculty conduct that may reasonably be expected to affect a candidate’s appointment. If the University becomes aware of any past finding of misconduct or pending investigations that were not disclosed, Ohio State will treat that as a serious omission and reserves the right to rescind an offer or terminate employment.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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