Teacher Application Instructions
High school instructors who wish to teach an Ohio University course must meet the same requirements for faculty employed by the University, as stipulated for accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education and the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
In order to instruct college level courses and in keeping with State requirements, it is expected that at a minimum, secondary school teachers will hold a master's degree or a Ph.D. in the content area of the course in which they are teaching or a master's degree and at least 18 credit hours completed at the graduate level in the content area in which they are teaching. Some Ohio University departments / programs may require credentials above and beyond the State minimums.
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Application Instructions
In order to be considered as a dual enrollment instructor for Ohio University, high school teachers must complete and submit all of the materials listed below:
- College Credit Plus Teacher Application (available online)
- Cover Letter or Personal Statement
- Current Resume / CV
- College Transcripts, Undergraduate and Graduate
- Professional Letter(s) of Recommendation from Current Curriculum Chair or Principal
Please note that some academic departments / programs may have additional requirements above and beyond the materials listed above.
College Transcript Policy
For the purpose of College Credit Plus teacher approvals, Ohio University requires undergraduate and graduate level transcripts from all previously attended intuitions. Copies of transcripts and transcripts forwarded from the teacher’s secondary school are acceptable. Official transcripts may be required from teachers who also wish to be hired by Ohio University as an adjunct faculty member.
The application and all required materials must be received by either March 1st (fall semester) or December 1st (spring semester).