Dynamic Teaching Professor, Developmental & Youth Studies

Position Overview School / Campus / College: University of Washington,Bothell Organization: Educational Studies Title: Assistant Teaching Professor in Developmental andYouth Studies Position Details Position Description The School of Educational Studies at the University of WashingtonBothell invites applications for a teaching faculty position at therank of Assistant Teaching Professor, with an anticipated startdate of September 2027. We seek applicants who demonstratecommitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse andinclusive academic community. The successful candidate will joinour faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month, 3-yearappointment beginning September 16, 2027. The base salary range for this position will be $9,345 - $9,845 permonth, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or asmandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wagedetermination. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range ofundergraduate courses offered as part of the Developmental andYouth Studies degree, including, for example: Theories of Learning,Culture, & Identity, Human Growth and Learning, Children inSchools & Society, and Adolescents in Schools & Society.The successful candidate will be expected to engage in innovativeand effective pedagogy (face-to-face as well as hybrid platforms)andwill be committed to working with diverse student and communitypopulations. All University of Washington faculty members engage inteaching and service. The School of Educational Studies at UW Bothell prepares educators,scholars, and community leaders to advance equity, knowledge, andinclusive learning. Our interdisciplinary programs at theundergraduate and graduate level foster critical inquiry, communityengagement, and culturally sustaining practices. Our graduates areequipped to challenge systemic inequities, amplify the voices ofstudents and communities, and promote the thriving futures of alllearners. The School of Educational Studies at UW Bothell strives to leadinclusive, community-engaged research, teaching, and learning thattransforms lives. Through collaboration, critical reflection, andcommunity-informed advocacy, our students, staff, and facultyreimagine systems, co-create just and sustainable futures rooted incare and hope, and work toward a world where all individuals livein dignity. Located in the heart of the Puget Sound region, the University ofWashington Bothell is one of the most dynamic public universitiesin the state of Washington. UW Bothell is a student-centered campusknown for engaging students through classes, team projects, andresearch in which students connect what they learn or create in theclassroom with the broader community. This is achieved throughclose relationships with faculty members as teachers and mentors,and staff dedicated to student success. The academic work of thecampus focuses on cross-disciplinary research, connected learning,and community engagement, and prepares students for leadership inthe state of Washington and beyond. The campus offers more than 55 undergraduate and graduate degreeprograms in five schools. Current UW Bothell enrollment is over6,000 students. More than 90% of undergraduates are from WashingtonState, and approximately 40% are first-generation collegeattendees. The priorities of the University’s current StrategicPlan – “Expanding Access, Achieving Excellence”, are to enhancecommunity and campus engagement, and advance cross disciplinaryteaching and scholarship. In addition to award winning faculty andstaff, UW Bothell has been recognized for innovations in academicprogramming and support services designed to help students graduateon time and debt-free. It has also earned both recognition andawards for its work in the area of environmental sustainability andis just one of twelve institutions selected to join the launchcohort of the Postsecondary Data for Action Network (PDAN), a newnational initiative co-led by the Institute for Higher EducationPolicy (IHEP) and the Association for Institutional Research (AIR).This selection places UW Bothell among a small group of collegesand universities collectively committed to using data in smarter,more student-centered ways. Qualifications Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet thefollowing minimum qualifications: Earned doctorate in education, educational studies, learningsciences, human or child development, or related field, or foreignequivalent 2+ years' K-12 teaching experience or equivalent professionalexperience 1+ years' experience in teaching lower and/or upper-divisioncourses that examine child and youth development 1+ years' experience in teaching withface-to-face, hybrid,and/or onlineplatforms Instructions To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit allmaterials by October 15, 2026. Priority will be given to thoseapplications received by this date. Applications will only beaccepted via Interfolio: . The position will remain open until filled. Applications should include the following materials: Cover letter of no more than 2 pages, single spaced, detailingyour interest in the position, relevant qualifications, andexperiences Curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teachingeffectiveness Sample syllabus Three letters of recommendation Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and futureplans in teaching, mentoring, research, and/or service promote asense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusiveenvironment. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in theUnited States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assumesponsorship of an H1B employment visa. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity The University of Washington is committed to fostering aninclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equalopportunity employer, the University considers applicants foremployment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, nationalorigin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information,disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 . Benefits Information The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to ourfaculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information . Privacy Notice Your application materials may be used for employment considerationand shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy. Disability Services The University of Washington is committed to providing access andreasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities,education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. 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