Education - Instructor

The Dr. Bonnie G. Metcalf School of Education is accepting applications for an Instructor position in Teacher Education at California Baptist University, Riverside, California. The position will start in August 2024. Though all areas of teacher education will be considered, special attention will be given to those with expertise in both multiple subject and special education.

The successful candidate joins a dedicated interdisciplinary team to strengthen and build the various Teacher Education programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. The primary duties will include teaching courses within the SOE.
Candidates must embrace the mission of California Baptist University and evidence a clear understanding of, and commitment to, excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service as well as the integration of Christian faith into their work.

California Baptist University (CBU) is one of the top private Christian colleges and universities in Southern California. CBU offers bachelor’s, master’s, and credential programs. The School of Education prepares teacher leaders – individuals of high moral character and ethical behavior who are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to create lifelong learners throughout the world with a Biblical foundation.

California Baptist University believes each person has been created for a purpose. CBU strives to help students understand and engage this purpose by providing a Christ-centered educational experience that integrates academics with spiritual and social development opportunities. Graduates are challenged to become individuals whose skills, integrity, and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish them in the workplace and in the world.

Currently, CBU has over 11,500 undergraduate and graduate students. We offer more than 108 bachelor’s degree programs, 150 major concentrations, and 50 minors. Graduate programs offer 40 master’s programs with 8 doctoral programs.

The compensation for this appointment will range from $55,000 – $65,000 annually and reflects what California Baptist University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of employee benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher
• Relevant teaching experience with K-12 students
• Evidence of expertise in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education,

Special Education, STEM Education, or related areas

• Ability to teach students across a wide diversity of cultures and ages
• Knowledge of edTPA

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree or ABD candidate
• 5 years or more teaching experience in diverse K-12 settings
• Evidence of effective and innovative teaching at the graduate and/or

undergraduate level

Teaching responsibilities will be in undergraduate and graduate credential courses. Teaching load will be across 3 semesters within the School of Education.