Teaching Professor, School of Education Reading Programs 999910

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 27 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The School of Education at Xavier University invites applications for a full-time teaching professor position specializing in reading beginning Fall 2026. The position will support our graduate programs and our undergraduate majors teaching four courses per semester in reading specifically early childhood reading. The position also provides service within the School of Education in a number of ways such as maintaining records of students e.g. for academic advising; responsibility for oversight and student disposition process in field placements in collaboration with the Field Coordinator; maintaining and developing relationships with area schools; maintaining state accreditation information; and assisting with enrollment and recruitment. This position reports to the School of Education leadership. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The School of Education is part of Xavier Universitys College of Professional Sciences and provides transformative personalized learning that prepares undergraduate and graduate students for careers of service in education. The School of Education challenges students to pursue academic excellence and lifelong learning through collaboration community partnerships and a focus on global education.

We are a vibrant community of educators scholars and learners advancing the future of education in our region and beyond. Our dedicated faculty partner with local schools and districts to prepare students to change human lives for the better. Guided by our Jesuit Catholic mission we teach students ethics and advocacy welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences and deliberately seek multiple perspectives to create a campus where all feel a sense of belonging.

Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to appeal to many interests.

Responsibilities Include:

Teaching a variety of courses within the READING undergraduate and graduate program with a focus on early childhood/primary reading.
Recruiting potential new undergraduate and graduate students for endorsement and masters degrees programs. The position involves learning a database system for maintaining student records and using this system to guide and support students throughout their programs and for retention in the programs.
Collaborating with the Field Coordinator for field experiences for students that may include the preparation of documentation for host schools and supervisors.
Maintaining and developing relationships with area schools including public and private for the Reading programs.
Maintaining student records and data assuring that students are meeting program requirements and supporting national and state accreditation.
Reviewing and communicating with program director and administrative staff to ensure all requirements are complete for students in these programs.
Acting as a liaison with schools to assist in recruiting and maintaining endorsement programs.

Required Qualifications:

ABD or Doctorate
Current licensure or the ability to be licensed in Education within the first year of employment: existing Ohio licensure or the ability to transfer license to Ohio from another state
Reading Endorsement
Teaching experience in Reading
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in education with a minimum of 5 years of classroom experience as the teacher of record
Excellent computer skills including MS Office Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent organizational skills especially in managing paper and electronic files
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team within and among the School of Education.
Preference will be given to those who have collegiate teaching experience.

To ensure consideration interested/qualified candidates must submit a cover letter resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier Universitys website. Review of applications will start on November 10 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the Universitys discretion.

BENEFITS:

Xavier University offers a range of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial educational health and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

Comprehensive insurance plans including medical dental vision and prescription coverage.
Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account flexible spending accounts and dependent care account.
Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance accident and illness insurance and retirement savings plans.
Tuition remission at Xavier for employees and their eligible dependents.

Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to appeal to many interests.

Responsibilities Include:

Teaching a variety of courses within the READING undergraduate and graduate program with a focus on early childhood/primary reading.
Recruiting potential new undergraduate and graduate students for endorsement and masters degrees programs. The position involves learning a database system for maintaining student records and using this system to guide and support students throughout their programs and for retention in the programs.
Collaborating with the Field Coordinator for field experiences for students that may include the preparation of documentation for host schools and supervisors.
Maintaining and developing relationships with area schools including public and private for the Reading programs.
Maintaining student records and data assuring that students are meeting program requirements and supporting national and state accreditation.
Reviewing and communicating with program director and administrative staff to ensure all requirements are complete for students in these programs.
Acting as a liaison with schools to assist in recruiting and maintaining endorsement programs.

Required Qualifications:

ABD or Doctorate
Current licensure or the ability to be licensed in Education within the first year of employment: existing Ohio licensure or the ability to transfer license to Ohio from another state
Reading Endorsement
Teaching experience in Reading
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in education with a minimum of 5 years of classroom experience as the teacher of record
Excellent computer skills including MS Office Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent organizational skills especially in managing paper and electronic files
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team within and among the School of Education.
Preference will be given to those who have collegiate teaching experience.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive insurance plans including medical dental vision and prescription coverage.
Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account flexible spending accounts and dependent care account.
Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance accident and illness insurance and retirement savings plans.
Tuition remission at Xavier for employees and their eligible dependents.