Assistant Professor of Instruction, English Language Arts

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The School of Education at Xavier University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Instruction specializing in English Language Arts (ELA), beginning

Fall 2027. This position will teach ELA methods coursework withinthe Elementary, Secondary, and Special Education programs,supporting candidates pursuing initial licensure. The position also provides service within the School of Education, includingsupervision of field placements and maintaining relationships with school and district partners. This position reports to School of Education leadership. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Provide instruction for a variety of ELA education and teacherpreparation courses, including elementary and secondary ELA methodscourses.
• Advise and mentor students pursuing licensure.
• Collaborate with the Program Directors and Field Coordinator regarding field experiences related to ELA instruction.
• Contribute to the service responsibilities of the School of Education, College, and University.
• Maintain student records and data, ensuring students are meeting program and licensure requirements, and support state and national accreditation.
• Sustain and develop relationships with area schools and districts.

• A Doctorate in English Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field.
• A valid professional educator license, and the ability to be licensed in Ohio within the first year of employment.
• A state Reading Endorsement, or the willingness to obtain onein Ohio within the first year of employment.
• Minimum 5 years’ related K-12 teaching experience while holdinga professional educator license.
• An understanding of and commitment to Xavier University’sJesuit Catholic mission and identity.
• Excellent organizational, oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team withinthe School of Education.

• Experience teaching both elementary literacy instruction and secondary ELA.
• Experience supervising student teachers or clinical field experiences.
• Collegiate teaching experience.
• Experience with curriculum design in primary literacy and/or secondary ELA.
• Additional credentials such as TESOL endorsement.

The teaching expectation is 24 credit hours annually for thisnon-tenure-track faculty position.

The School of Education is part of the College of Health and Human Sciences. CHHS is a leader in experiential learning: 100% of our undergraduate and graduate programs require hands-on learning through field placements,internships, research experiences, and clinical opportunities. Inthe College of Health and Human Sciences, our commitment to exceptional teaching and mentoring drives us. We focus on scholarship and service in a variety of fields that make a directand meaningful impact on others.

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