Contributing Faculty - Doctor of Education

Summary

Join Walden University, a leading online institution, and contribute to our mission of positive social change. As a faculty member, you will play a vital role in shaping the academic journey of our diverse student body. Your responsibilities will include instruction, scholarship, and service, all while fostering an inclusive and welcoming learning environment. A doctorate in a relevant field and at least three years of teaching experience are required. Preferred qualifications include experience with doctoral capstone projects and distance learning. Compensation is competitive and varies based on factors such as course type and experience. Walden also offers additional opportunities for faculty involvement.

Requirements

• A doctorate in the relevant field of study or a closely related discipline is required
• A demonstrated capacity and willingness to provide individualized instructional support and guidance to students is essential
• Application materials should clearly demonstrate alignment with Walden University's mission and vision
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience is required, or a demonstrated capacity and willingness to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that fosters student learning, discussion, and growth
• Experience supporting doctoral research committees is required, or a demonstrated capacity and willingness to mentor and support a diverse doctoral student population

Responsibilities

• Regular and varied communication with students to foster a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment
• The creation of engaging and dynamic learning experiences that promote student learning, discussion, and growth
• Consistent feedback and feedforward to support students' academic and professional development, providing insights into current performance and guidance for future growth
• Individualized instructional support and guidance that demonstrates genuine care and concern for student well-being, personal and professional growth, and the achievement of their goals
• Dedication to the mission and vision of Walden University
• Accessibility to students through various channels, including email, phone, text, office hours, and individual appointments
• Participation in required virtual and in-person faculty meetings, residencies, workshops, commencement ceremonies, and training sessions
• Maintenance of a student-friendly schedule, including availability during evenings and weekends
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates who can consider diverse, and sometimes conflicting, perspectives are preferred
• Experience working with doctoral capstone projects focused on problems of practice in the professional work setting is preferred
• Experience with distance learning is preferred
• Candidates with experience mentoring doctoral students on capstone projects focused on evidence-based decision-making are preferred

Benefits

• Graduate Course Instruction: $1,560 - $4,080 per Quarter or Semester, depending on type of course taught and length of course
• Undergraduate Course Instruction: $700 - $2,200 per quarter, depending on type of course taught and length of course
• Walden also offers other opportunities for its contributing faculty members, such as dissertation/doctoral study committee chair positions, research reviewing, and dissertation and doctoral study mentoring