Assistant Professor of Literacy (PK-8) – Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry

Assistant Professor of Literacy (PK-8) -- Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry Job Title Assistant Professor of Literacy (PK-8) - Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry Department Teaching Curriculum and Educational Inquiry Department Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-10-05 Job Description Summary Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in PK-8 level literacy education, with the ability for the candidate to engage with interdisciplinary approaches to teach; advise students; establish and maintain high-quality research and instruction; engage in scholarly activities; pursue external grant funding; and provide service to the program, department, division, university, and the profession. This is a tenure-track and on-campus position and regular campus presence is required. The position will start in August 2027. Job Description Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in PK-8 level literacy education, with the ability for the candidate to engage with interdisciplinary approaches to teach; advise students; establish and maintain high-quality research and instruction; engage in scholarly activities; pursue external grant funding; and provide service to the program, department, division, university, and the profession. This is a tenure-track and on-campus position and regular campus presence is required. The position will start in August 2027. Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctorate in Literacy Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Teacher Education, or a related field by date of appointment, and two years of full-time teaching experience in PK-8 classrooms. Consideration may be given to candidates with: Demonstrated expertise in the Science of Reading, a strong understanding of current regional and national literacy trends, and expertise in supporting culturally and linguistically diverse PK-8 students; expertise in TESOL, as well as candidates who demonstrate the ability to engage with interdisciplinary approaches to literacy. Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry (TCE): The Department of Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry (TCE) prepares future and current teachers who design and implement culturally and contextually relevant curriculum and pedagogy. Empowered by a critical and substantive understanding of research, these teachers are positioned to confront social injustices, apply global perspectives, and actively participate in democratic society. The College of Education, Health, and Society (EHS): The mission of the College of Education, Health, and Society at Miami University is to prepare transformative leaders. Through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and community partnerships, the college provides dynamic and innovative programs that encourage international perspectives. Our integrated human experience prepares graduates to generate knowledge, educate, serve, and promote wellbeing in diverse and global settings through ethical, democratic practices. Faculty members work in an environment that promotes a holistic approach to both teaching and research. They are encouraged to align their teaching, scholarship, and service in an interdisciplinary fashion in order to promote aggressive solutions to the issues faced by our society. The College of Education, Health, and Society seeks out opportunities for cross-department