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Job Title Visiting Professor - Undergraduate Education - School of Education Position Summary
The Texas Wesleyan University School of Education invites applications for a Visiting Professor of Undergraduate Education to teach courses that support the preparation of future EC-6 educators, including graduate courses emphasizing early literacy, writing, and English as a Second Language (ESL). This position includes the possibility of conversion to a tenure-track position.
The successful candidate may teach in the graduate programs, including master's and doctoral classes. The candidate will bring strong knowledge of effective teaching and learning practices in early childhood and elementary education and demonstrated commitment to preparing highly effective, culturally responsive educators. The Visiting Professor will contribute to the School of Education's educator preparation mission through high-quality instruction, student mentoring, and collaboration with faculty and school partners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in early literacy, reading, writing, ESL, and related areas of elementary education.
- Prepare and deliver engaging, rigorous, and student-centered instruction aligned with the needs of EC-6 teacher candidates.
- Integrate evidence-based literacy practices and effective instructional strategies into coursework and clinical preparation.
- Prepare teacher candidates to support diverse learners, including multilingual learners/English learners, in elementary classrooms.
- Incorporate appropriate connections to the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) and current research-based literacy practices.
- Support teacher candidates in developing knowledge and skills related to reading, writing, language development, assessment, and differentiated instruction.
- Connect coursework to authentic classroom practices and the expectations of contemporary EC-6 schools.
- Advise, mentor, and support undergraduate teacher candidates as appropriate.
- Collaborate with School of Education faculty, university colleagues, and school/community partners.
- Participate in faculty meetings, program activities, assessment, and other responsibilities associated with the University's educator preparation programs.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the School of Education's undergraduate educator preparation programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education, Certifications and/or Licenses
- An earned doctorate in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Literacy, Reading, TESOL/ESL, Elementary Education, or a closely related field is preferred. Candidates who are ABD (All But Dissertation) or are actively pursuing a doctoral degree may also be considered, provided they demonstrate satisfactory progress toward degree completion and meet the other qualifications for the position.
- A minimum of three years of successful teaching experience in EC-6 grades.
- Demonstrated knowledge of early literacy and writing instruction.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience related to ESL/English learner education.
- Experience preparing, mentoring, or supporting teacher candidates is highly desirable.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and educator preparation.
- Texas Teacher Certificate.
Experience
- Experience teaching at the university level.
- Texas EC-6 teaching certification or equivalent elementary teaching credential.
- Experience with teacher preparation and clinical/field-based experiences.
- Knowledge of the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) and evidence-based literacy instruction.
- Experience working with multilingual learners/English learners in elementary settings.
- Knowledge of Texas educator standards, EC-6 certification requirements, and/or relevant state standards.
- Experience integrating culturally responsive and inclusive instructional practices into teacher preparation.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong content knowledge in early literacy, writing, and ESL.
- Ability to translate research and theory into practical classroom applications.
- Ability to prepare teacher candidates to meet the diverse academic and linguistic needs of EC-6 learners.
- Commitment to student success and mentoring.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, school partners, and community stakeholders.
- Commitment to continuous improvement in educator preparation.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2016AS1137P Posting Open Date 10/12/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- Education Certification (if necessary)
- List of Three References
Optional Documents
- Current Employee Application (for internal applicants)
- Letter of Recommendation