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Education Faculty

Job Overview

At Clarke University, we look for individuals who lead from the heart and embrace our values of education, charity, justice, and freedom. By creating a community focused on care, we empower everyone at Clarke to do and be their best. In addition, we offer meaningful work, a safe and friendly work environment, and an outstanding benefits package. So, if you’re looking for a place to make a positive impact, we hope you’ll consider our One Clarke, One Community.

The university seeks to fill two full-time tenure track faculty appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2024. The positions require expertise in elementary education and at least three year’s teaching experience (with a reading endorsement) at the elementary level. The ideal candidate should have a doctorate in education or a related field. Candidates who are ABD and/or highly experienced master’s level candidates will be considered. An additional endorsement in reading is expected for these positions. For these faculty appointments, previous experience in higher education is preferred.

The Education Department offers the opportunity to teach and study in our Professional Development School (PDS) programs, including junior and senior-level interdisciplinary courses in public and private elementary schools. Majors and areas of study at the PDSs include elementary, reading, and special education.

To apply, please upload the following documents online at http://clarke.applicantpool.com: letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts from the highest graduate degree earned, and three (3) professional reference letters. In addition, confidential reference letters may be emailed to HRLetters@clarke.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Clarke University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus community that celebrates each person’s unique contributions and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Accordingly, Clarke University does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.