Teacher Education - Multicultural Education/Teaching Multilingual Learners Full-Time Professori[...]

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Professor in Teacher Education with a focus on Multicultural Education and Teaching Multilingual Learners. The role includes teaching undergraduate and master's courses, mentoring students, and advancing research in diverse education practices.

The candidate should hold a doctoral degree in multicultural education, ESL/TESOL or related fields, and demonstrate leadership at department and university levels.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in multicultural education, ESL/TESOL, or related field.
• Successful K-12 public school classroom teaching experience (3+ years preferred).
• Demonstrated potential for research productivity and collaboration with local schools.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to multicultural education and multilingual education at undergraduate and masters levels.
• Mentor undergraduate and masters students in research and teaching.
• Advise masters and doctoral degree candidates.
• Engage in high levels of research activity and publication.
• Fulfill citizenship and committee assignments within the department and university.

Skills

K-12 teaching

Research potential

Partnership with local schools

Education

Doctoral degree in multicultural education / ESL/TESOL

Job description

Job Title:Teacher Education - Multicultural Education/Teaching Multilingual Learners Full-Time Professorial CFS Track (tenure equivalent)Posting End Date: November 1, 2026*NOTE: Last day to apply is Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM (MST)Position Start Date: August 1, 2027Required Degree:Doctoral degree with specialization in multicultural education, ESL/TESOL, or related field.The required degree must be completed by the start date.Experience:Successful K-12 public school classroom teaching experience (preference given to candidates with a minimum of three years)Demonstrated potential for research productivityDemonstrated ability/interest to partner with local schoolsKnowledge of national trends in multicultural education and/or ESL/TESOLDuties/Expectations:TeachingTeach courses related to multicultural education and/or multilingual education at the undergraduate level, and related courses at the masters levelMentor undergraduate and masters students in research and teachingAdvise masters and doctoral degree candidatesScholarshipEngage in high levels of research activity and publicationCitizenshipDemonstrate a pattern of leadership at the department, school, and university levelsFulfill committee assignments and other citizenship activities inside the university, community, and professionDocuments Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application.Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONSIf you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSAll new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.EQUAL OPPORTUNITYBrigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.