The Department of Education in the School of Education and Health Sciences at North Central College is excited to announce a search for an open-rank, tenure-track position in Education, to begin Fall 2023. The position may be offered with tenure to a qualified candidate. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead the development of an Interdisciplinary doctoral program in a field related to Education in collaboration with Education faculty, colleagues in health sciences programs, and college administration. The successful candidate will teach in the department curriculum as assigned, based on the individual background and interests and departmental needs. Current needs are in the areas of special education and quantitative assessment and analysis, with opportunities for English language learning. The department deeply values its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and culturally responsive teaching and learning. Appointment above the rank of assistant professor will be based on candidate qualifications and scholarly record.

Qualifications include a doctoral degree in Education or closely related field, a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience at the collegiate level, and an active scholarship agenda that fits within the context of a teaching institution are expected. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students. Priority will be given to applicants with experience in developing and teaching doctoral coursework.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students, located in Naperville, IL, a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL, has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information, please visit: http://www.noctrl.edu. North Central College is an EEO Employer.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references in an electronic format to https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com . For further information, contact Dr. Bruce Spitzer, Chair, Department of Education, at baspitzer@noctrl.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.