Assistant Professor, Teacher Education

Title: Assistant Professor, Teacher Education

Area: School of Education

Department: Teaching Certification

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Tenure Track Faculty (Full-time)

Appointment Percentage: 100

Months per year: 9

Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $70,928. The internal salary range is $70,928 - $75,657, commensurate with education and experience.

Review Date: January 13, 2026

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus? Yes

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Gonzaga University’s School of Education in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in the Department of Teacher Education. The position involves teaching graduate and undergraduate level courses related to literacy and other courses as needed, advising and mentoring candidates one-on-one, and engaging candidates in meaningful community-based projects. Details about the Teacher Education program are available online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

At Gonzaga University, we don't just train teachers. Our mission and curriculum prepare candidates that step into classrooms prepared to teach children HOW to learn. Our graduates foster relationships to create a trusting, safe learning environment. A Gonzaga-educated teacher is highly sought and expertly trained to meet their students where they are and give the skills to truly become a life-long learner.

The Department of Teacher Education is committed to developing exemplary educators through the integration of knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for teaching and learning in a global society.

While the position has a strong teaching and advising component, the successful candidate will engage in scholarly work and academic citizenship which contribute to the department, school, and university, as part of the regular reappointment, promotion, and tenure process.

Gonzaga University is located on the banks of the Spokane river approximately 1 mile from downtown Spokane. Spokane provides its residents with a variety of activities from accessible downtown shopping and entertainment to the beautiful landscape of the Inland Northwest. Spokane's longtime motto is “Near Nature Near Perfect” as its residents are minutes away from beautiful lakes, high elevation deserts, and rustic mountains.

We encourage applications from women, members of minority groups, protected persons, and others committed to expanding the diversity of the profession.

For more information on our mission, please visit https://-statement

• Teach at least 18 credits of undergraduate- and graduate-level courses during the academic year on the following topics:
  • Elementary Differential Instruction and Field Experience
  • Instructional Methods:
    Reading, Writing, and Communication I and II
  • Reading Diagnosis
  • Child and Adolescent Literature
  • Practicum - Reading
  • Foundations of Reading and Language
• Potentially teach during the summer semester under a separate contract
• Advise candidates, including guidance in completing capstone Thesis/Projects
• Supervise students in field experiences, practicum teaching experiences, and graduate assistantships
• Maintain an active research agenda and contribute to local, regional, national, and international professional journals and conferences
• Collaborate with department, School of Education, and community partners
• Stay current in the field by conducting research, reading academic materials, and/or attending conferences
• Attend and contribute to department and program meetings, and other committees as needed

• Doctoral degree in elementary education, literacy education, or closely related field
• K-8 teaching experience (preference given to a minimum of 3 years)
• Expertise in literacy learning and instruction, including knowledge of current trends and a variety of theoretical perspectives and instructional practices
• Demonstrates a nuanced and critically…