Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized for four consecutive years as a 'Best College to Work for,' and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on inclusion and belonging.
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Purpose:
The successful candidate will serve as a core member of the Curriculum Project Team in the Center for Reading Science at Mount St. Joseph University. This is a grant-supported, full-time (12-month), non-tenure-track position with funding secured through June 2026; ongoing funding is anticipated. The position supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of structured literacy content and instructional materials aligned with the science of reading.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
The Reading Science Literacy Content Specialist will:
- Collaborate with the curriculum team to design, revise, and align instructional content to evidence-based reading practices and project goals.
- Develop high-quality, structured literacy instructional materials (e.g., lesson plans, assessments, training modules, and rubrics) for use in professional development and teacher preparation.
- Support the creation of resources and frameworks that prepare educators to meet the needs of diverse learners, including multilingual students and students with disabilities.
- Participate in regular team meetings to review data, revise materials, and plan project deliverables.
- Conduct field-based work, including site visits and data collection, to support implementation of curriculum and training in school settings.
- Ensure all materials are aligned with current research, state standards, and certification pathways.
- Maintain detailed records and contribute to project documentation and reporting as required by grant guidelines.
- Collaborate with the faculty team to support graduate coursework or related initiatives in the Reading Science program, as needed.
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Expectations and Additional Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the mission of the Center for Reading Science and the broader goals of the School of Education.
- Participate in service to the graduate program, university, and professional communities.
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to creating a culture of belonging in the workplace.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, school partners, and external stakeholders.
- Other duties as assigned by the project director.
Primary Contacts: Â School of Education faculty and staff.Â
