Assistant Teaching Professor in Developmental and Youth Studies

Go Huskies; Bothell, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington Bothell invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, starting September 2027. The appointment is full-time for nine months over a 3-year term, with a base salary beginning at $9,345 per month and extending to $9,845 per month, commensurate with experience.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses within Developmental and Youth Studies, including Theories of Learning, Culture, & Identity, and

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a doctorate in education, educational studies, learning sciences, human or child development, or related field or foreign equivalent.
• 2+ years' K-12 teaching experience or equivalent professional experience.
• 1+ years' experience teaching lower and/or upper-division courses that examine child and youth development.
• 1+ years' experience teaching with face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses as part of Developmental and Youth Studies, e.g., Theories of Learning, Culture, & Identity, Human Growth and Learning, Children in Schools & Society, Adolescents in Schools & Society.
• Engage in innovative and effective pedagogy (face-to-face and hybrid).
• Commit to working with diverse student and community populations; participate in teaching and service.

Skills

K-12 teaching experience

Teaching lower/upper-division courses

Hybrid/online teaching platforms

Education

Doctorate in education or related field

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: University of Washington, Bothell: Educational Studies

Location

Bothell, WA

Description

The School of Educational Studies at the University of Washington Bothell invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month, 3-year appointment beginning September 16, 2027.

The base salary range for this position will be $9,345 - $9,845 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of undergraduate courses offered as part of the Developmental and Youth Studies degree, including, for example: Theories of Learning, Culture, & Identity, Human Growth and Learning, Children in Schools & Society, and Adolescents in Schools & Society. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in innovative and effective pedagogy (face-to-face as well as hybrid platforms) andwill be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. All University of Washington faculty members engage in teaching and service.

The School of Educational Studies at UW Bothell prepares educators, scholars, and community leaders to advance equity, knowledge, and inclusive learning. Our interdisciplinary programs at the undergraduate and graduate level foster critical inquiry, community engagement, and culturally sustaining practices. Our graduates are equipped to challenge systemic inequities, amplify the voices of students and communities, and promote the thriving futures of all learners.

The School of Educational Studies at UW Bothell strives to lead inclusive, community-engaged research, teaching, and learning that transforms lives. Through collaboration, critical reflection, and community-informed advocacy, our students, staff, and faculty reimagine systems, co-create just and sustainable futures rooted in care and hope, and work toward a world where all individuals live in dignity.

Located in the heart of the Puget Sound region, the University of Washington Bothell is one of the most dynamic public universities in the state of Washington. UW Bothell is a student-centered campus known for engaging students through classes, team projects, and research in which students connect what they learn or create in the classroom with the broader community. This is achieved through close relationships with faculty members as teachers and mentors, and staff dedicated to student success. The academic work of the campus focuses on cross-disciplinary research, connected learning, and community engagement, and prepares students for leadership in the state of Washington and beyond.

The campus offers more than 55 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in five schools. Current UW Bothell enrollment is over 6,000 students. More than 90% of undergraduates are from Washington State, and approximately 40% are first-generation college attendees. The priorities of the University’s current Strategic Plan - "Expanding Access, Achieving Excellence", are to enhance community and campus engagement, and advance cross disciplinary teaching and scholarship. In addition to award winning faculty and staff, UW Bothell has been recognized for innovations in academic programming and support services designed to help students graduate on time and debt-free. It has also earned both recognition and awards for its work in the area of environmental sustainability and is just one of twelve institutions selected to join the launch cohort of the Postsecondary Data for Action Network (PDAN), a new national initiative co-led by the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) and the Association for Institutional Research (AIR). This selection places UW Bothell among a small group of colleges and universities collectively committed to using data in smarter, more student‑centered ways.

Qualifications

Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in education, educational studies, learning sciences, human or child development, or related field, or foreign equivalent
• 2+ years' K-12 teaching experience or equivalent professional experience
• 1+ years' experience in teaching lower and/or upper-division courses that examine child and youth development
• 1+ years' experience in teaching withface-to-face, hybrid, and/or onlineplatforms

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, 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 our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information .

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Disability Services

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].