Urgently Require Assistant Professor, Teacher Education in Spokane, WA
Posted 2025-03-15Job title: Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Company: Gonzaga University
Job description: . Applicants must complete an online application. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. James Hunter, Search Committee Chair, Teacher Education, at . Contact Human Resources at (509) 313-5966 with any technical or application issues. Open until filled; for best consideration, please submit materials by October 16th, 2023, U.S. Pacific Standard Time.
Application materials include:
? Cover letter should address the following:
o Relevance of your academic training to the position.
o Fit with Gonzaga's Jesuit, Catholic, and humanistic tradition.
o Personal philosophy of, and commitment to, teaching and advising.
o Personal commitment to leadership and service within the profession.
o Demonstrated experience engaging in social justice, equity, and equal access work within an educational context.
o Additional qualifications you would bring to the position.
? Curriculum vitae
? A copy of all university transcripts
? Finalists will be asked to provide names and contact information for two professional references to provide confidential letters of recommendation.
Gonzaga University belongs to a long and distinguished tradition of humanistic Catholic and Jesuit education. The School of Education upholds the University tradition and exemplifies it through its dedication to preparing socially responsible professionals who serve with competence, commitment, and care. The department builds upon the University's values as it serves students who wish to address the educational challenges and opportunities inherent in a changing world.
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Position Information
Job Type Detail
At Gonzaga we don't just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for - and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.
Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga's commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time faculty in their first year: a PPO Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through VSP, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial, TIAA 403(b) Retirement plan including free onsite financial planning and advising, Employee Assistance Program through Supportlinc, ZagFit Wellness program with access to GU's onsite fitness center, Spokane Transit Authority (STA) bus passes and more. Additional benefits such as Long Term Disability and Tuition Waivers are available after the first year of employment.
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Proposed Rank/Hiring Title Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Department Teacher Education
Proposed Hiring Contract Type Tenure Track
Non-Tenure Track End Date
Appointment Percent 100%
Months per Year 9 months
Job Summary
Gonzaga University's School of Education in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in the Master's in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages program, in the Department of Teacher Education. The position involves teaching core and elective MA/TESOL and ELL Endorsement courses, supervising Thesis/Projects, advising and mentoring candidates one-on-one, and engaging candidates in meaningful community-based projects. Details about TESOL programs are available online at . The position is intended to develop the department during a period of growth with a new influx of international students and burgeoning interest in the K-12 English Language Learner endorsement.
The MA/TESOL program at Gonzaga integrates theory and practice to build candidates' knowledge of language and its use, and to explore the interrelationships of cultures, teaching methods and language acquisition. Faculty and students work collaboratively to explore innovations in learning and teaching. Hands-on, experiential projects and other field-based learning opportunities are an integral feature of the programs, preparing candidates to plan, teach, reflect, research and lead in schools and the community. TESOL Programs launched an ELL Endorsement Certificate program in 2023 for in-service K-12 teachers and is therefore particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in K-12 ELL teaching and teacher-training.
While the position has a strong teaching and advising component, the successful candidate will have a clearly articulated research agenda and will be expected to produce high-quality research outputs as part of the regular reappointment, promotion, and tenure process. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in ethnographic and other qualitative methodologies.
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 information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement
Essential Functions
- Teach 18 credits of undergraduate- and graduate-level courses on topics of teacher education during the academic year and potentially during the summer within our TESOL programs
- 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 and 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 department and program meetings and other committees as needed
- Doctorate in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or related area completed or close to completion
- Minimum of one year of teaching experience at the university level
- Minimum of two years of EFL teaching experience abroad
- Evidence of a clearly articulated research agenda in TESOL
- Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor students from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and an investment in social justice, equity, and inclusion as evidenced by prior innovative and successful inclusive teaching strategies
- Evidence of ability to supervise undergraduate and graduate research projects and theses
- Evidence of highly successful teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level in one or more of the following areas: Teacher Education (Elementary or Secondary), TESOL, Sociolinguistics
- Demonstrated ability and interest in collaboration and community-engaged work, particularly with underrepresented and underserved communities
- A record of professional accomplishments (publications, conference presentations, and active participation in professional organizations) and service
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of teaching and/or scholarship in two or more of the following areas: TESOL, Sociolinguistics, Language Acquisition, Course Design and Assessment, Instructional Technology, Indigenous Language Revitalization
- Evidence of graduate student advising and mentorship
- Evidence of education administration (e.g., program director, chair, etc.)
- Evidence of K-12 ELL teaching
- Proficient knowledge of and/or literacy in a second or additional language.
- Ethnographic/Qualitative Research record
Open Date 09/15/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Begins on 10/16/2023
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EEO Statement
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.
Hiring Salary $64,337-$68,626 - commensurate with education and experience
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please visit our website at . Applicants must complete an online application. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. James Hunter, Search Committee Chair, Teacher Education, at . Contact Human Resources at (509) 313-5966 with any technical or application issues. Open until filled; for best consideration, please submit materials by October 16th, 2023, U.S. Pacific Standard Time.
Application materials include:
? Cover letter should address the following:
o Relevance of your academic training to the position.
o Fit with Gonzaga's Jesuit, Catholic, and humanistic tradition.
o Personal philosophy of, and commitment to, teaching and advising.
o Personal commitment to leadership and service within the profession.
o Demonstrated experience engaging in social justice, equity, and equal access work within an educational context.
o Additional qualifications you would bring to the position.
? Curriculum vitae
? A copy of all university transcripts
? Finalists will be asked to provide names and contact information for two professional references to provide confidential letters of recommendation.
Gonzaga University belongs to a long and distinguished tradition of humanistic Catholic and Jesuit education. The School of Education upholds the University tradition and exemplifies it through its dedication to preparing socially responsible professionals who serve with competence, commitment, and care. The department builds upon the University's values as it serves students who wish to address the educational challenges and opportunities inherent in a changing world.
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A copy of the report can be found online at . A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Expected salary: $64337 - 68626 per year
Location: Spokane, WA