Teaching Associate in Field Instruction - Educational Studies- 2026-27

Position Overview

School / Campus / College: University of Washington,

Bothell

Organization: Educational Studies

Title: Teaching Associate in Field Instruction - Educational

Studies- 2026-27

Position Details

Position Description

The School of Educational

Studies (SES) at the University of Washington, Bothell invites

applications for part-time Teaching Associate (s) for Field

Instruction in the Elementary Education teacher certification

undergraduate and

post-baccalaureate programs with an anticipated start date

within the academic year 2026-27. The successful candidate will

join our faculty on a part-time basis with FTE dependent on the

number of student teacher candidates supported for a quarterly

academic appointment beginning either on 09/16/26 or

03/16/2027

The base salary range for this position will be $6,000-$7,000 per

month and Teaching Associates will be paid a percentage of this

based on the number of student teacher candidates supervised,

commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by

a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The SES teacher certification programs enable student teacher

candidates to pursue teacher certification in Elementary Education

with a dual endorsement option in either English Speakers of Other

Languages (ESOL) or Special Education (SPED) during the final

quarters at UW Bothell.

The successful candidate will be expected to work with elementary

education student teacher candidates at K-12 levels, as well as

with candidates in the dual endorsement program for ESOL and/or

SPED.

This position works independently and with a team of field

instructors, under the support and guidance of our Director of

Teacher Education. Field Instructors mentor students from

underrepresented populations, work within a public school system,

travel independently to varied school locations and at varying

times during the week and will be expected to model professional

behavior in an educational setting. Successful candidates will be

able to work effectively with diverse student and community

populations, have experience mentoring, coaching or teaching

adults, will have strong organizational and time management skills,

and have a commitment and interest in the preparation of beginning

teachers and teacher education in public school settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and assistance to student teacher candidates as

needed. Help solve field-based problems.

• Meet to discuss expectations and plan the student teaching

experience.

• Maintain close communication with student teacher candidates

throughout the year.

• Communicate with the student teacher candidates and Director of

Teacher Education about any concerns or issues related to the

progress of the candidates.

• Evaluate the student teacher candidates at regular intervals

through observation and post lesson conferences. Provide written

feedback to the candidates using the UWB Lesson Observation

Form.

• Offer guidance, mentoring, effective supervision, and

constructive suggestions in the techniques of teaching.

• Refer student teacher candidates to SES, university and other

community resources as appropriate.

• Attend monthly UWB Field Instructor meetings chaired by the

Director of Teacher Education and share progress reports on

candidates.

• Write a final letter of recommendation for UWB Certification

records and for the student teacher candidates’ job searches and

complete School District Confidential Reference Forms as needed for

candidates in their job search.

• Participate in events on campus for student teacher

candidates.

• Engage, as appropriate, in University of Washington teaching,

research and service.

• Travel to school districts within 30-40 miles of the University

of Washington Bothell is required. UW Bothell reimburses mileage at

rates according to state policy.

The School of Educational Studies at UW Bothell prepares educators,

scholars, and community leaders to advance equity, knowledge, and

inclusive learning. Our interdisciplinary programs foster critical

inquiry, community engagement, and culturally sustaining practices.

Our graduates are equipped to challenge systemic inequities,

amplify the voices of students and communities, and promote the

thriving futures of all learners. Our research centers justice and

educational transformation for the greater good.

Located in the heart of the Puget Sound region, the University of Washington Bothell is

one of the most dynamic public universities in the state of

Washington. The campus is committed to increasing access to an

excellent UW education and preparing students to be leaders

throughout Washington and beyond.

Qualifications

Applicants for this instructional faculty position must meet the

following minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• At least three years of experience in K-12 teaching.
• Experience with mentoring, coaching or supervising preservice

or beginning teachers (e.g. experience with ESOL and Special

Education populations, as an Instructional Coach, TOSA, first year

teacher mentor, principal or administrative experience, teacher

candidate mentor, etc.)

• For work with ESOL/SPED Endorsements: WA State K12 endorsement

in ESOL (ELL) or SPED (for ESOL/SPED Field Instructors). For ESOL

Field Instructors, commensurate experience with ESOL populations

may be considered.

• Ability to use Internet and computer hardware/software tools

(Microsoft Office Suite, Canvas)

• Ability to travel to multiple K12 locations between Mondays and

Fridays.

Instructions

Any vacancies are open until filled. Qualified applicants are

encouraged to apply at any time and to maintain up-to-date

materials on a regular basis. When positions become open, SES

search teams review qualified applicant materials and communicate

with candidates as appropriate/needed.

To apply, please apply through Interfolio at link

https://apply.interfolio.com/185130 . Include the following

materials

• A current Resume or Curriculum Vita
• A letter of interest (1 page maximum), outlining how your

education and experience qualify you for a field instruction

position.

• Letters of recommendation (3 preferred, 1 mandatory)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an

inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal

opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for

employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national

origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual

orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information,

disability, or veteran status consistent with

UW Executive Order No. 81 .

Benefits Information

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our

faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information .

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Disability Services

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and

reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities,

education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To

request disability accommodation in the application process,

contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or

dso@uw.edu.