Assistant Clinical Professor in Literacies, Literature, and Learning

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Teaching and Learning in The Ohio State University’s College of Education and Human Ecology seeks a full-time, 12-month clinical-track Assistant Clinical Professor to contribute to its PK–8 undergraduate licensure and Reading Endorsement programs. The position is based on the Columbus campus and is scheduled to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will join the Literacies, Literature, and Learning (LLL) section and contribute primarily through teaching and student mentorship, with up to 24 credit hours of teaching annually, research connected to the Reading and Writing Research↔Practice Initiative (RWRP), and service. For candidates with strong research preparation, a limited research component of 10–15% may be included.

The candidate will teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate courses in Elementary and Middle Childhood Education (PK–8), and may serve on graduate student committees. They will collaborate with faculty across LLL, Teaching and Learning, and Special Education, including across OSU campuses, to revise or align reading and literacy courses with updated research, policy, and/or General Education requirements. The role also supports program accreditation, field and student teaching placements, and partnerships with schools, districts, educational organizations, and state partners. The position requires an on-campus, face-to-face presence for teaching and service.

The Department and College are committed to preparing preservice and inservice teachers in the science of reading and evidence-based practices that support reading and writing success. The RWRP translates research into high-quality teacher preparation and teaching practices and strengthens partnerships between Ohio State and P–12 schools and programs. The successful candidate will participate in the initiative and contribute to LLL, Department, College, and professional service.

Requirements

• Doctorate in education or a related field by the time of appointment.
• Specific expertise in evidence-based practices within PK–8 reading and writing.
• At least 3 years of prior teaching experience in PK–8 classrooms; more experience is preferred.
• Training or experience with structured literacy approaches.
• Strong knowledge of the science of reading, the science of teaching reading, evidence-based or evidence-informed teaching and learning practices, and meeting varied classroom literacy needs.
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational, and collaboration skills, as demonstrated in application materials, correspondence, and interviews.
• Ability to teach in person and participate in in-person service activities on campus.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and core values of the Department of Teaching and Learning and the College of Education and Human Ecology.

Nice To Haves

• College or university teaching experience, preferably in a preservice teacher preparation program, and evidence of effective teaching.
• Experience working with local or national communities to improve reading and writing instruction and/or teacher preparation.
• Familiarity with national and Ohio literacy professional standards, Reading/English Language Arts learning standards, and literacy-related legislation and policies.
• Familiarity with accreditation organizations and processes, such as CAEP, IDA, and ILA.
• IDA/CERI structured literacy certification.
• Commitment to evidence-informed practice, implementation science, and/or translational science.
• Potential to mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Knowledge of using technology and GenAI in university teaching and PK–8 literacy instruction.
• Online university teaching experience or training, including synchronous and asynchronous teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate courses in Elementary and Middle Childhood Education (PK–8) through the LLL section.
• Provide student mentorship and advising at undergraduate and graduate levels, with teaching and mentorship responsibilities of up to 24 credit hours annually.
• Contribute to curriculum development and revise or align reading and literacy courses with updated research, policy, and/or General Education requirements.
• Support licensure and accreditation needs, including relevant program accreditation and work with the Office of Accreditation and Licensure on field and student teaching placements.
• Participate in the Reading and Writing Research↔Practice Initiative (RWRP), including research connected to its goals; a limited research component may be included for candidates with strong research preparation.
• Collaborate with LLL, Teaching and Learning, and Special Education faculty across OSU campuses, and build strategic collaborations across disciplines and with partners inside and outside the College.
• Work with educational organizations, schools and districts, and state partners to advance PK–8 education and reading and writing instruction.
• Engage in service to RWRP, LLL, the Department, the College, and professional organizations.
• Contribute to the Department’s collegial community and collaborate with faculty on research, teaching, and service.
• Complete required background checks, approved initial science of reading training unless already completed, and annual science of reading professional learning.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available starting the first day.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents.
• State or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree