Job Details

Lecturer - Literacy

Position Number: 7328415
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education

Lecturer - Literacy

45352BR
Position DescriptionThe Teacher Education Department in the College of Education at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month lecturer position to begin September 1, 2026.All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

Position Description
The Teacher Education Department in the College of Education at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month lecturer position to begin September 1, 2026.

All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the College
The College of Education (COE) at Texas Tech University (TTU) aspires to be a national leader in both the preparation of educators and the dissemination of educational research. A state-of-the-art teacher education program and first-rate graduate and professional programs including engaged scholarship opportunities to guide the College's pursuit of excellence. Additionally, collaboration with the greater community drives our College vision and mission.

Our Mission: Through investing in a dynamic student body, the COE promotes excellence in educator and professional preparation to meet the real-world challenges of our day. We disseminate research focused on improving educational outcomes. We are committed to engagement with partners through mutual collaboration, innovation and improvement.

About the Department/School/Area
The teacher education department in the College of Education has an innovative teacher preparation program that meets the unique needs of all our students. In collaboration with school districts and community college partners across Texas, TechTeach, our clinically intensive, competency-based program, is preparing educators who are ready to impact students on their first day in the classroom.

Major/Essential Functions
At Texas Tech University, the Lecturer title designates a full-time, non-tenure-acquiring role with primary duties in teaching organized classes and/or instructional labs. In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, applicants should have experience working with multi-faceted student populations at the undergraduate level.

As a faculty member in the Teacher Education Department, you will be expected to:

Teach four courses per semester based at the Lubbock campus or local school sites, or in an online delivery format. Course assignment may include face-to-face or online delivery, curriculum support, and participation in professional development and program-level review activities.
As a faculty member in the Teacher Education Department, you will be expected to:

Faculty Qualifications

A master's degree (minimum) in an education-related field
A current Texas teacher certification
At least 3 years of language literacy teaching experience as IOR at the elementary or middle level in the U.S. public school settings
Exhibit dispositions for technology use, professional collaboration, and school-based initiatives

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

A master's degree (minimum in a literacy-related field)
Instructional-support (coaching) experience at the campus, district, or IHE level
A commitment to continued professional development and community service
Strong and positive communication skills in professional settings

Duty Point
TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.