Assistant or Associate Professor of Reading Education

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title Assistant or Associate Professor of Reading Education Job Posting Number 2027033TTL Job Location San Marcos College/Division College of Education Department Curriculum And Instruction Position Description

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Texas State University invites applications for one full-time, nine-month faculty position in Reading Education. The position may be filled at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor with tenure, with appointment beginning Fall 2027.

We seek a scholar with a clearly identifiable program of research focused on reading instruction, assessment, and intervention. This faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate literacy and reading methods courses for teacher and reading specialist candidates in programs leading to Texas teacher certification. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in evidence-based literacy practices that reflect the linguistic variation, demographics, and educational needs of Texas educators and students, including multilingual populations.

This position requires excellence in teaching, active scholarly engagement, and meaningful service to the program, department, college, university, and profession. The faculty member will contribute to accreditation, curriculum development, and continuous improvement efforts consistent with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and other accreditation standards.

Appointment at the Associate Professor rank will require meeting Texas State University and Department of Curriculum and Instruction standards for appointment with tenure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities for this position are structured across four core domain areas:

Teaching & Field Supervision:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate reading/literacy courses, including topics related to literacy including reading assessment and intervention, and reading methods.
• Supervise field experiences and support clinical practice placements across partner school districts.
• Utilize evidence-based, student-centered instructional practices responsive to wide ranging learner needs.

Curriculum & Assessment:

• Lead and support literacy curriculum development aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) in English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR), English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), Response to Intervention / Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (RTI/MTSS), Science of Reading frameworks, and other state guidelines.
• Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes and overall program effectiveness.
• Contribute to accreditation reporting and continuous improvement processes.

Research & Scholarly Activity:

• Maintain an active, high-quality research agenda in reading and literacy education.
• Publish scholarly research in peer-reviewed journals and present regularly at state, national, and international professional conferences.
• Seek external research funding and grant opportunities when appropriate.

Service & Leadership:

• Serve actively on program, departmental, college, and university committees.
• Participate in school-university partnerships and community literacy initiatives.
• Contribute to program governance, student advising, and strategic planning.
• Support professional literacy organizations and academic journals as a reviewer, editor, or committee leader.

ABOUT US

Housed in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Texas State University's Reading Education program prepares initial teacher candidates and certified educators across elementary, middle, and secondary school settings. Alongside its graduate degree and Reading Specialist certification tracks, the program actively supports undergraduate initial teacher education by delivering foundational reading methods and assessment-driven literacy instruction. Aligned with International Literacy Association (ILA) and Texas Education Agency (TEA) standards, the program equips candidates to design and implement evidence-based reading instruction, assess language and literacy development, and support culturally and linguistically varied learners. Ultimately, the overall aim of the program is to advance student literacy outcomes across Texas and beyond by cultivating reflective teacher-scholars who engage in field-based research, curriculum development, and school-wide literacy leadership.

Additional information about the program can be found here: https://www.education.txst.edu/ci/reading-education-masters.html and more details on the department is available at: https://www.education.txst.edu/ci/

Required Qualifications

Assistant Professor:

• Earned doctorate in Reading/Literacy Education or a directly related field from an accredited institution of higher education (conferred by appointment date).
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching children and/or adolescents how to read.
• Knowledge of (or a clear commitment to learning) Texas literacy mandates, educational policies, standards, and literacy instruction for wide populations, including multilingual learners, alongside an understanding of broader state or national literacy contexts.
• Evidence of three (3) or more years of successful PK-12 teaching experience in ELAR.
• Evidence of successful higher education teaching experience or strong potential for high-quality university instruction.
• Emerging record of scholarly activity and peer-reviewed publication.
• Demonstrated commitment to preparing educators to effectively support all learners.

Associate Professor:

Applicants seeking appointment at the Associate Professor rank must hold an earned doctorate in Reading/Literacy Education or a directly related field from an accredited institution, meet all required qualifications for the Assistant Professor rank, and in addition demonstrate:

• Record of sustained, high-quality higher education teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Record of sustained, high-impact peer-reviewed scholarly activity focused in reading education.
• Record of active, meaningful professional, institutional, and community service.
• Accomplishments sufficient to meet Texas State University and Department of Curriculum and Instruction standards for appointment at the Associate Professor rank with tenure.

Preferred Qualifications

Assistant Professor:

• Knowledge of psychometrics and reading assessment frameworks and demonstrated ability to use assessment knowledge and resulting data to inform instructional decisions.
• Direct experience in reading assessment for the general education classroom to guide instruction in Tier 1 and beyond.
• Direct experience in clinical and/or school-based intervention.
• Possess depth and breadth of knowledge in reading research, varied foundational frameworks and approaches including Science of Reading, with an understanding of their relationship to the broader landscape of literacy research, perspectives and pedagogical practices.
• University teaching experience in reading education or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching and/or supervising teacher candidates and reading specialist candidates.
• Experience delivering effective instruction across in-person, hybrid, and online modalities.
• Experience integrating educational technology into literacy instruction.

Associate Professor:

• Deep knowledge of psychometrics and reading assessment methodologies.
• Extensive experience conducting reading assessment and intervention in school or clinical settings.
• Evidence of successful teaching and supervision of teacher and reading specialist candidates.
• Evidence of successful teaching across in-person, hybrid, and online delivery modalities.
• Evidence of successful integration of educational technology into literacy instruction.
• Evidence of successful grant writing or leadership in funded research projects.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University online employment portal will be accepted and considered:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58786.

To ensure full consideration, complete application packages should be submitted by December 15, 2026.

Required submission materials include:

• Addressing required and preferred qualifications for rank, describing research agenda, scholarly goals, approach to teaching, and contributions to teacher preparation.
• Comprehensive CV detailing educational background, academic positions, publications, presentations, grants, and service.
• Two (2) samples of scholarly writing (e.g., peer-reviewed journal articles, manuscripts under review, or dissertation chapter).
• Student evaluations, peer teaching evaluations, or a summary portfolio demonstrating university instructional effectiveness.
• Unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting higher education institutions.

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant's skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Proposed Start Date 08/16/2027 Posting Date 10/19/2026 Review Date 12/15/2026 Close Date 12/15/2026 Open Until Filled? No Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, drug screening (if applicable), and employment eligibility verifications.

Certain positions, including those with clinical responsibilities, require compliance with health, immunization, and other requirements mandated by affiliated clinical agencies. Employment and continued assignment in such roles are contingent upon meeting and maintaining these requirements.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact-advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58786

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Writing Sample
• Evidence of Teaching Experience/Evaluations
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Optional Documents

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have an earned doctorate in developmental literacy, reading or a closely related field at time of application?

• Yes, I do have a PhD in developmental literacy, reading or a closely related

• No, I do not

• • Please select the rank you are applying for.

• Assistant Professor

• Associate Professor