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Assistant/Associate Teaching or Clinical Professor-Mathematics Education

Position Number: 7118931
Location: Seattle, WA
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education

Assistant/Associate Teaching or Clinical Professor-Mathematics Education

Seattle University

Assistant/Associate Teaching or Clinical Professor-Mathematics Education

Position Description

The College of Education (COE) at Seattle University seeks applications for a full-time, Teaching Professor or Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor to join the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership (rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications). This individual will join a cohesive and collaborative faculty passionate about and committed to preparing critical, reflective, and skilled educators for social justice. This clinical faculty member will teach and support teacher education courses and field experiences in graduate teacher education pathways in both in-person and online formats. The faculty member in this position will also lead the revisions of the mathematics education courses across our programs. Teaching responsibilities focus on K-12 mathematics education informed by sociocultural perspectives on learning and social foundations, anti-racist pedagogies, and curriculum. The Teaching Professor or Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor will be responsible for teaching a full course load of teacher education courses per term, in addition to mentoring, advising, and supporting students. The position start date is September 1, 2026.

Primary responsibilities include teaching both in-person and online, service, and program development. Responsibilities will also include course and/or curriculum design, supporting program continuous improvement activities, working with diverse communities, and student advising and mentoring. Workload will focus primarily on K-12 mathematics education within a context of inclusion and anti-racist culturally sustaining pedagogies. Some Saturday's teaching is expected with this position. Service will include developing collaborative relationships with external partners, program activities such as reviewing admissions files, conducting program information sessions for prospective students, admissions interviews, and working with other faculty regarding general program and College operations.

Ideal candidates must demonstrate an understanding of, commitment to, and ability to teach to Seattle University's Jesuit mission.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Masters degree with preparation in teacher education with a focus on K-12 mathematics education or related field.
Three or more years of experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds in K-12 schools.
Demonstrated knowledge of equitable, anti-racist mathematics teaching practices, curriculum, assessment, and instruction, and support of inclusive, student-centered classroom communities in K-12 settings.
Teaching field-based and placement methods in K-12 settings.
Capacity to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, both in-person and online, in mathematics methods and assessment.
Evidence of ability to work and teach collaboratively in team settings.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Preferred Requirements:

Doctoral degree with preparation in teacher education with a focus on K-12 mathematics education or related field.
Three or more years of experience teaching preservice teacher candidates.
Experience with culturally sustaining education and anti-racist pedagogies.
Knowledge of application of sociolinguistics and sociocultural approaches in classrooms and schools.
Demonstrate active engagement with current scholarship and innovative practices that focus on K-12 mathematics education and teacher preparation.
Experience with mentoring/coaching teachers.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit applications online at www.seattleu.edu/careers, including a cover letter of interest responsive to the prompts below, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research, and the names and contact information of three references (letters may be solicited upon submission of application). In your cover letter explain how you understand, embody, and would contribute to each of the following at Seattle University. Please dedicate one paragraph to each prompt: 1. Our 5-year Strategic Plan, Reigniting Our Strategic Directions; 2. Our Mission as a Jesuit and Catholic University; 3. Our commitment to DEI and Inclusive Academic Excellence; 4. Our focus on pedagogy, scholarship, service, and institution building; and 5. Our faculty members' role as Teacher-Scholars. Review of applications will begin June 1, 2026. Open until filled. For additional information, contact Dr. Carmen Medina, Chair of Search Committee (cmedina1@seattleu.edu). Further information about Seattle University and the College of Education may be found at www.seattleu.edu/coe.

Compensation at a Glance

Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your futurewith up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, and paid sick leave. For more information, explore the Benefitswebsite at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/

To apply, please visit: https://seattleu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/8/home/requisition/3085?c=seattleu