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Visiting Assistant Professor, Literacy Studies

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jun 2026

About the role

Position Information

Posting Number F00773P Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor, Literacy Studies Department Teacher & Administrator Preparation Location Arlington Job Family Faculty Position Status Full-time Rank Non-Tenured Work Hours Standard Open to External and Internal FLSA Exempt Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Job Summary

The Department of Teacher and Administrator Preparation in the College of Education, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a 9-month, Visiting Assistant Professor, Academic Professional Track position, with specialization in literacy studies beginning Fall 2026.

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits at UTA

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in both traditional and online formats (5-course or equivalent teaching load in the fall and spring semesters);
Contribute to curriculum development; and
Contribute to the department, college, and university’s mission through assigned service.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications for this position include:

An earned doctorate in literacy, reading, or curriculum and instruction with at least 18 graduate hours in literacy education by August 2026;
Evidence of strong teaching at the higher education level;
and a minimum of 3 years of PK-12 classroom teaching experience in literacy education.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in university teaching in traditional and online environments, an understanding of the structures of schools and systems, and a commitment to developing collaborative relationships.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

UTA 9-month APT positions start September 1, 2026, and end on May 31, 2027.

Department Information

The Department of Teacher and Administrator Preparation offers undergraduate teacher certification programs in elementary education, elementary bilingual and ESL education, secondary education, and special education. An expanding offering of on- campus and online certification, endorsements, and master’s degree programs in areas such as literacy education; Mind, Brain, and Education; Instructional and Learning Design Technology; mathematics education; and science education, with additional programs in the planning stages.

Home to 1,000 students, 30 faculty members, and 22 staff members, the College of Education not only prepares education professionals to lead North Texas in a dynamic and changing environment but also contributes to the national dialogue surrounding education in the 21st Century. The College is currently one of the state’s top producers of outstanding education professionals and is committed to meeting the goals of the UTA Strategic Plan/2030 (https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan).

University Information

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