Education - Faculty Fellow Date: 09/24/2018

We seek a teacher-scholar (preferably with Ph.D./Ed.D. in hand) to teach four courses: 1) an intermediate course on global issues in education or comparative education; 2) an intermediate course on the role of schools in society; 3) an advanced course on social class and education; and 4) an additional course in the fellow's specialty area that offers a critical perspective on education and social justice in a global context. The successful candidate will be familiar with the liberal arts context, have experience in promoting civic engagement and be committed to working with public schools. The Education Program is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.

Colby is a private, highly selective liberal arts college with 2,000 students, recognized for excellence in undergraduate education and for close student-faculty interaction. The Education Program is committed to promoting social justice in schools and society at large; and it offers Maine State Teacher Certification at the secondary level as well as minor programs in Educational Studies and Human Development. More information about the program can be found at: www.colby.edu/educationprogram/

Applicants should submit a letter of application that explains their interest in and qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and statement of teaching philosophy and research interests that should include evidence of a commitment to the value of diversity and experience with inclusive teaching via Interfolio at the following link: http://apply.interfolio.com/55464

For additional information or questions feel free to contact, Adam Howard, Chair, Education Program: adam.howard@colby.edu

Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran’s status. Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution’s education programs and activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby’s Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college.

For more information about the College, please visit the Colby web site: www.colby.edu.