Lecturer, Undergraduate Teacher Education Program

Position Summary

The Teacher Education Program housed in Whitworth’s School of Education seeks two (2) full-time lecturers for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidates will join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, all rooted in the university’s mission of equipping students to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. These one-year positions are designed for candidates who are passionate about engaging students and educating future K-12 teachers.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. For full consideration, please submit your application by March 21, 2025. This position will remain open until filled.

Core Responsibilities

The primary teaching responsibilities covered by these two lecturer positions include classroom management, instructional methods, differentiation, second language acquisition, and multi-lingual learner language instruction. One lecturer position will also carry the coordination of our student teaching program. An ability to be successful in several of these areas is a plus. The annual teaching load is 21 credits.
Lecturers are invited to participate in departmental and university-wide governance, faculty development activities, and academic advising.

Qualifications and Core Competencies

• A masters or doctoral degree in Education, a closely-related field, or instructional content area is preferred
• Evidence of promise in effectiveness at college-level teaching (demonstrated effectiveness preferred).
• Proven performance or experience in one or more of the following areas: multi-lingual learner language instruction, student teaching coordination, pre-service teacher supervision, instructional methodology, language acquisition, and classroom management.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to work across disciplines and collaborate with colleagues in different programs.
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.

Other Details

Salary Information
Masters degree | $36,120
PhD | $38,899

Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.

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At Whitworth University, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our faculty and staff by offering an extensive benefits package. Eligible employees can enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-matched retirement plans
• Tuition remission programs available for employees, their spouses, and dependents
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Accrued vacation and sick leave based on full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Resources for Christian vocation and calling
• No cost access to the University Recreation Center (UREC) and the Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center
• 17 paid holidays throughout the year