Adjunct Instructor, Teacher Education

Gonzaga University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 1,500 - 1,700; Part time

Job summary

Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington invites applications for its Adjunct Faculty Pool focused on Washington State teacher certification coursework. The position supports K–12 education practice with 5–7 years of teaching experience, and requires a Masters or Doctoral degree in education.

On-campus, part-time duties include teaching, grading, and using Canvas for course management. This role emphasizes collaboration with the department chair on curriculum and assessments, and enriching

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in an education discipline.
• 5–7 years of K–12 teaching experience.
• Ability to teach Washington State teacher certification coursework.
• Experience providing quality educational experiences to a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, plan and teach assigned courses.
• Create and evaluate assignments, including submitting grades according to deadlines.
• Use Canvas to organize the course, communicate with students, collect assignments, and post grades.
• Collaborate with department chair and/or program director on curriculum and key assessments.

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

K-12 teacher certification

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Teacher Education

Area: School of Education

Department:Teacher Education

Telework Availability:On-campus Position

Employee Classification:Adjunct

Appointment Percentage: 50

Months per year: 4.5

Salary Range:$1,485/credit for MA/MS; $1,686/credit for Ph.D. or Terminal Degree.

Review Date:August 25, 2026

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement?: No

Is this position eligible for a signing bonus?: No

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.

Job Purpose

The Department of Teacher Education at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, invites applications for its Adjunct Faculty Pool focused on Washington State teacher certification coursework. We welcome applications from individuals with 5–7 years of K–12 teaching experience who demonstrate specialized expertise in K–12 educational practice. We seek candidates who can support our students in meeting Washington State teacher certification standards and contribute to our shared work preparing future educators.

For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement

Essential Functions

• Prepare, plan and teach assigned courses
• Create and evaluate assignments, including submitting grades according to established deadlines
• Use Canvas to organize the course, communicate with students, collect assignments, and post grades
• Collaborate with department chair and/or program director on curriculum and key assessments

Minimum Qualifications

Master's or doctoral degree in an education discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the university level.
• Demonstrated ability/potential to provide quality educational experiences to a diverse student population.
• Supervisory or administrative role in K-12 educational system
• K-12 teacher certification (Elementary, Secondary, WA Endorsement areas)

Educational Requirement

Master's Degree

Physical & On-Campus Requirements

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: N/A - Remote

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Rarely (1%-49% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Often (50%-75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials

• A curriculum vitae or resume
• Unofficial copies of college transcripts for the highest earned degree level