"University Faculty Teacher Education"

University Faculty Teacher Education

Requisition Number: F00516P

Job Description:

The Department of Teacher Education at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Elementary Education, grades preK-8, beginning Fall 2026.

This position is a 9-month, academic-year appointment with the opportunity for summer employment. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering classes in person and using distance broadcast technology and online instruction. This faculty member is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in elementary instructional planning and assessment, as well as other education courses as needed.

Job Duties:

Responsibilities:

• Teach a full-time teaching load of 12 hours per semester
• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level elementary methods courses, as well as other education courses as needed.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees
• Participate in scholarly activities, including publishing, presenting, and/or grant writing
• Render professional service to campus and community
• Interact positively with colleagues, students, and local school personnel
• Supervise students in field experience and student teaching
• Advise masters students on M.Ed. projects

Required Qualifications:

Required:

• Earned a doctorate in education or a closely related field by September 1, 2026
• At least 3 years of K-12 teaching experience in public or accredited private schools or equivalent
• K-8 teaching experience with demonstrated skill in:
  • Instructional planning and assessment
  • Data-informed planning
• Field-based supervision/mentor experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred:

• Ability to model current, best teaching theory and practice
• Experience facilitating team meetings
• Experience implementing IEPs
• Evidence of scholarly writing (e.g. research, grant writing)
• Clear research agenda
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 03/04/2026

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents:

• Letter of application addressing ability to meet or exceed the minimum and preferred qualifications
• Academic transcript
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Contact information for three professional references
• Sample of scholarly writing

Reviews of applications will begin April 6, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Weber State University is a comprehensive university founded in 1889. The core values of WSU are Access, Community, and Learning. The university provides lifelong learning opportunities for a wide variety of learners on the main campus in Ogden, at a campus in neighboring Davis County, through Internet-based WSU Online, and outreach efforts throughout the Intermountain West. Over 28,000 students are enrolled in associate, baccalaureate, and masters degrees in business, education, health professions, technology, and the liberal arts and sciences. The university is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City on the western slopes of the Wasatch Mountains. The area offers extensive cultural, educational, and year-round outdoor recreation experiences. For further information about Weber State University, browse www.weber.edu

To apply, visit https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/27789