Assistant Teaching Professor in Developmental and Youth Studies
Position Overview
Organization: Educational Studies
Title: Assistant Teaching Professor in Developmental and Youth Studies
Position Details
Position 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) and will 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 with face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online platforms
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials by October 15, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by this date. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/187679. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- Cover letter of no more than 2 pages, single spaced, detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Sample syllabus
- Three letters of recommendation
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and future plans in teaching, mentoring, research, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an H1B employment visa.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
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 dso@uw.edu.