Assistant/Associate Professor of Secondary Education - Science (Graduate Level)

National Louis University•Lisle, IL

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About The Position

The National College of Education at National Louis University is hiring a full-time, 10-month, open-ranking faculty member at the secondary level to help provide leadership to its Natural Sciences Education program, which includes biology, physics, chemistry, and geology. The successful candidate will bring secondary education expertise to support teacher preparation programs and teach graduate-level coursework at the master’s level. The faculty member will promote the integration of current research-based and culturally responsive teaching methods into curriculum and instruction in traditional and alternative Secondary Education programs. The role involves teaching science content methods courses and practices, coaching teacher candidates in field-based learning experiences, and collaborating across disciplines to analyze teacher and student learning data. This work will support the ongoing design of innovative teacher preparation practices. The position also calls for a scholarly research agenda and support for candidates as practitioner researchers. National Louis University describes its National College of Education as a learning community committed to preparing educators and leaders, advancing access and equity, and welcoming diverse perspectives. The university offers employees opportunities and tools for personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Doctorate earned in Science Education or a related educational field.
At least three years of secondary-level teaching experience related to science.
Demonstrated or planned scholarly research agenda focused on science, secondary education, or teacher education.
Strong commitment to fostering and promoting quality education that is accessible to all students.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the learning sciences and innovative applications of emerging technologies.
Strong teaching and research skills.
Proven experience and proficiency teaching in online, blended, and face-to-face higher education formats.

Responsibilities

Teach content methods courses and practices aligned with science curriculum expertise.
Coach teacher candidates in field-based learning experiences.
Collaborate across disciplines to analyze teacher and student learning data and continuously design innovative teacher preparation practices.
Draw upon current research to inform instruction and model research methodologies for candidates.
Support candidates as they develop as practitioner researchers.
Promote research-based and culturally responsive teaching methods in curriculum and instruction.