Teaching Assistant Professor

The READ Center supports the academic success and retention of UWO students through academic skills courses, peer academic coaching, learning assistance workshops, and targeted classroom interventions. The READ Center programs and courses typically serve over 2,000 students annually and operate primarily during the nine-month academic year. The primary responsibility of this position is the instruction of reading and/or study strategy courses, including the development of curriculum and the assessment of student learning outcomes. Other responsibilities include departmental outreach, development and presentation of learning strategy workshops, and creation of learning assistance programming for a wide range of student needs.

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Instruction of credit-based Academic Skills Courses ---80%

* Teach at least 12 credits of undergraduate reading and/or study strategy courses each semester. These courses include, but are not limited to, Learning Strategies for College Success, College Reading Strategies, Strategies for Academic Recovery, Strategies for Online Learning and Applied Study Skills (paired with a general education course.)
* Develops and designs curriculum using knowledge of educational theory, student development, and high-impact practices
* Engage in the assessment of student learning outcomes
* Meet student learning needs by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and assessments
* Give students prompt, clear feedback-both written and verbal-to support their growth and progress
* Teach courses at various times throughout the day to accommodate departmental and institutional scheduling needs
* Review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks and other learning materials

Department and University Service---20%

* Assist in the development of learning assistance programming for students of all abilities; collaborate with faculty and the campus community, as needed, to achieve meaningful outcomes
* Develop and facilitate in the training and supervision of peer academic coaches
* Participate in strategic planning and program assessment
* Assist with marketing, outreach and promoting department programs
* Participates and collaborates within departments, school and university committees and meetings

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application: Resume and Cover Letter

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by April 20, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Work Authorization
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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