Assistant Professor of Education​/Tenure Position

Assistant Professor of Education / Tenure Position

In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants.

The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.

• Embrace Diversity-We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
• Maintain Excellence and Integrity
  -We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
• Collaborate with Each Other
  -We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
• Provide Accessible Education-We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
• Build a Strong Community-We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
• Engage the Outside Community-We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.

Campus

Title:

Assistant Professor of Education
State

Job Title:

Assistant Professor
Department: Education
Job Code: HA3200
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding:
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Tenure
Timeframe: Academic Calendar
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off:Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports directly to the Chair of Education
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: $70,000.00-$73,000.00 (Commensurate with Education and Experience)

The Education Department is seeking an outstanding and engaged teacher/scholar for a Full Time Tenure Track position at the Assistant Professor level starting September 1, 2026. Successful candidates will teach courses within the Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities Program according to candidate specialization and departmental need. Courses in our program align with our teacher education program's foundational pillars and Massachusetts' Professional Standards for Teachers and Subject Matter Knowledge expectations.

For a list of courses, please see the WSU Bachelor of Science in Education webpage: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Candidates with expertise in Early Childhood Education will be considered, especially those with experience in Early Childhood Special Education. Successful candidates will be able teach foundational and pedagogical courses, including Early Education and Care, Early Language and Literacy, Early Intervention, and foundational Special Education courses. The candidate will teach at the undergraduate level, advise undergraduates, and participate actively in the university community.

The candidate will additionally participate in program development and engagement with the local and state level Early Education and Care community to develop more opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in Early Education…