Assistant Professor of Education – Secondary Education
About The Position
The Carthage College Department of Education seeks a highly qualified and versatile faculty member with interdisciplinary licensure expertise to support and expand innovative teacher preparation pathways. The department prepares future educators to serve diverse populations by integrating strong pedagogy with culturally responsive, non-biased, and empathetic approaches to teaching and learning. It offers undergraduate and graduate pathways to licensure, as well as a Master’s in Education program. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure contract position. The faculty member will teach general education courses and courses within secondary education pathways, teach graduate courses as needed in a hyflex synchronous/asynchronous format, contribute to innovation in high-need certification areas, and participate in departmental service and program leadership initiatives. Applicants must submit an online application, cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and a list of three current professional references. The position requires a background screening.
Requirements
- PhD or EdD in Education or a related field; a master’s degree may be considered with significant experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more secondary education areas, such as English, Math, Science, Social Sciences, Art, Music, Theatre, and/or Physical Education.
- P–12 teaching experience.
- Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and a list of three current professional references.
- Complete a background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working across multiple grade bands or licensure areas.
- Experience with program design, interdisciplinary teaching, or clinical partnerships.
- Leadership experience in schools or educator preparation programs.
Responsibilities
- Teach general courses for all education students and courses within secondary education pathways (4–12 or K–12).
- Teach graduate courses as needed in a hyflex synchronous/asynchronous format.
- Lead or contribute to program innovation in high-need certification areas.
- Participate in departmental service and program leadership initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
