Assistant or Associate Professor of Education
Position Details
| Department | School of Education |
| Reports To | Dean, College of Professional Studies |
| Appointment | Fall 2026 |
| Close Date | Open Until Filled |
| Classification | Faculty, Full-Time (Tenure Track) |
Position Summary
The School of Education at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ invites applications for a full-time faculty position that includes both instructional and administrative responsibilities. The faculty member will contribute to the School’s mission by teaching graduate-level education courses, supporting program operations, and participating in academic planning and assessment activities.
Responsibilities include teaching up to 24 credits per year, advising graduate students, collaborating with faculty and assisting with administrative functions that ensure the quality and effectiveness of the School’s educational programs. At the discretion of the Dean, the incumbent may also be assigned oversight of one or more graduate or undergraduate programs, which will include additional administrative responsibilities related to program coordination, faculty support, and student success. The position combines teaching, advising, and leadership to advance excellence in educator preparation and student success.
Candidates must possess a meaningful commitment to Jesus Christ, the church, and the Gospel. We seek a leader who demonstrates an encouraging and culturally engaged faith and is passionate about preparing teachers who will serve diverse learners with excellence and care.
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Members of underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the School of Education.
- Provide academic advising and counseling to candidates from enrollment to graduation.
- Monitor program outcomes, assessment data, and accreditation compliance, providing reports and recommendations as needed.
- Collaborate with the Dean and School of Education faculty to maintain program quality and ensure alignment with state certification standards.
- Develop new courses as needed in candidate’s area of research and teaching.
- Participate in the governance functions of the university as assigned.
- Engage in scholarship alongside his/her teaching, related to his/her field of communication.
- This is a nine-month faculty appointment distributed over a twelve-month period and may include occasional summer responsibilities.
Qualifications
Required:
- Master’s degree, with intent to complete doctorate in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
- Experience in K–12 teacher preparation or higher education program coordination.
- Demonstrated success in advising or mentoring students.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to lead faculty, manage multiple priorities, and work collaboratively across institutional units.
- Commitment to Christian higher education and alignment with ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½’s mission and Statement of Faith.
Preferred:
- Doctoral degree (Ed.D., Ph.D., or equivalent) in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
- State Teaching Certification.
- Experience supervising and developing adjunct or field faculty.
- Experience managing accreditation or program assessment processes.
- Familiarity with teacher licensure standards and state certification processes.
- Experience collaborating with K–12 schools and field placement systems.
Compensation
$54,508–$68,134 Dependent on education and experience. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and aligned with the university’s administrative faculty salary scale.
Application Requirements
For full consideration, please submit the following:
- Cover letter addressing relevant experience and vision for teacher preparation.
- Curriculum vitae or résumé.
- Teaching Philosophy
- List of three professional references with email and phone contact information.
- A brief narrative describing the candidate’s personal faith journey and church involvements.
Applications may be submitted by email as PDF attachments to:
Dr. Rowlanda Cawthon, Dean, College of Professional Studies
Email: rowlanda.cawthon@northwestu.edu
Search procedures will be closed, when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. Applicants are urged to provide sufficient information, so that the application file may be considered complete at the end of the search period.
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is a Christian coeducational undergraduate and graduate institution, related to the Assemblies of God, offering baccalaureate and master's, and doctoral level education. The sixty-acre campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, just ten miles from downtown Seattle. The campus is an ideal setting for study, recreation, and inspiration and is centrally located and convenient to industry, business, and commercial activities.
Mission Statement
We, the people of ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½, carry the call of God by continually building a learning community dedicated to spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and empowered engagement with human need.
In addition, all faculty members at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ must subscribe to our Statement of Faith.
Accreditation
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (regional). The University is endorsed by the Commission on Christian Higher Education of the Assemblies of God and the Association of Christian Schools International. The University holds membership in the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½'s College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The Buntain College of Nursing’s baccalaureate degree is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. In addition, the College of Nursing has received approval from the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. The University is also approved by the Board of Education and Superintendent of Public Instruction of the State of Washington to prepare elementary and secondary education teachers and recommend for certification. It is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½'s doctoral program in counseling psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
The University is approved by the Federal and State Governments for student aid programs and for the training of international students. Selected programs of study are approved by a Washington State Approving Agency for enrollment of those eligible for benefits under Title 38 and Title 10, U.S. Code and by Washington State for training in Vocational Rehabilitation. It is listed in the current bulletin, "Accredited Higher Education Institutions," published by the U.S. Office of Education.