City University of Seattle

Associate Faculty, Teacher Certification Program

Location
Seattle, WA
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
August 10, 2026

About this position

Company Description: City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of National University. We serve students regionally, nationally, and globally, reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students, we provide flexible, accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs, we are committed to expanding our student's knowledge, skills, and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community, promoting diversity, and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals. Job Description: City University of Seattle's School of Education and Leadership is seeking qualified part-time Teaching Faculty and subject matter experts to support our Teacher Certification Program. The program prepares preservice teachers, as well as some in-service educators, at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We are particularly interested in educators with recent P-12 practitioner experience and demonstrated expertise in culturally sustaining, identity-affirming, and inclusive educational practices. Candidates with experience working with diverse student populations?including multilingual learners, immigrant and first-generation students, students with disabilities and neurodivergent students, paraeducators, and historically underserved communities?are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Delivering high-quality instruction that supports teacher candidate learning and professional growth. Modeling culturally sustaining, identity-affirming, inclusive, and equitable practices in interactions with students and colleagues. Providing meaningful, timely feedback that supports teacher candidates in meeting Washington State teacher certification requirements. Maintaining current knowledge and expertise in their professional field. Supporting a positive and engaging learning environment across online, hybrid, and/or in-person instructional settings. Areas of Expertise We welcome candidates with P-12 teaching experience and subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas: Culturally Sustaining and Identity-Affirming Pedagogies Public School Law Reading and Literacy, including required expertise in the Science of Reading Mathematics Science/STEM Social Studies/Humanities Social-Emotional Learning, Child Mental Health, and Behavior Multilingual Education/English Language Learners Special Education Universal Design for Learning and Inclusion Native Education, Native History, Tribal Sovereignty, and the John McCoy (lulila?) Since Time Immemorial Curriculum Place-Based and/or Land-Based Learning Project-Based Learning Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Minimum of four years of teaching experience in a P-12 classroom environment. Demonstrated subject matter expertise in one or more of the areas listed above. Experience working with diverse P-12 student populations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Zoom, and the ability to learn and use online learning management systems and other instructional technologies. Ability to provide effective instruction and meaningful feedback to adult learners. Preferred Qualifications Valid Washington State Teacher or Administrator Certificate. Recent P-12 practitioner experience, preferably within the last five years. Graduate degree in education or a related field. Experience serving diverse student populations, including multilingual learners, immigrant and first-generation students, students with disabilities or who are neurodivergent, paraeducators, and historically underserved communities. Teaching and/or leadership experience across multiple roles, grade levels, and subject areas. Experience providing instruction, professional development, and evaluative feedback to adult learners, particularly educators, in online, hybrid, and/or in-person environments. Knowledge of evidence-based practices in adult learning theory, learning science, neuroscience, and inclusive adult learning. Experience working with preservice teachers in teacher preparation, clinical practice, and field experience settings. Experience teaching in online learning platforms such as Canvas, Brightspace D2L, Blackboard, or similar systems. Additional Information: Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the hands or wrists. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, grasp or handle, stoop or bend, and reach. Working Conditions: The working conditions described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Work is performed indoors in an online and/or classroom setting. Compensation Associate Faculty compensation ranges from $500 to $4,600 per course assigned. Compensation varies based on factors including course level (undergraduate or graduate), number of course credits, and enrollment. Associate Faculty Pool and Course Assignments Part-Time Teaching Faculty are hired into a general faculty pool and may be nominated for individual course assignments based on program needs. Course assignments are not guaranteed and may vary based on enrollment, course format, location, areas of expertise and qualification, and other program needs. Individual assignments may include online asyn

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