Jobs | Core Faculty - Science Education

The School of Education offers K-8 teacher certification at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as a graduate degree for those teachers presently holding certification. Our core faculty teach courses in Elementary/Middle School Science or Environmental Education.

School of Education programs draw on the current research and study the implication of that research for learning. All offerings in the School promote constructivist pedagogy, critical reflection about the practice in our increasingly multicultural world, critical reflection about the social and political beliefs that influence institutions and commitment to social justice through transformative education. They emphasize close integration of theory and practice and reflect Antioch's commitment to social justice, whole-person learning and leadership for responsible educational change.

1. Curriculum development
2. Individualized advising
3. Undergraduate and graduate teaching
4. Independent study supervision
5. Teamwork with faculty and staff
6. Participation in overall program development and maintenance
7. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, participating in student admissions, faculty meetings and program development and assessment.
8. Faculty members are also expected to be active in campus, scholarly, professional and community activities.

1. Ph.D., A.B.D. or Ed.D. required.
2. Elementary/Middle or Junior High School teaching experience.
3. Minimum 3 to 5 years successful undergraduate or graduate-level teaching experience, preferably with adult students.
4. Demonstrated scholarship and professional competence in relevant field.
5. Experience with and demonstrated ability to work successfully in diverse/multicultural settings.
6. Collaborative interpersonal style with demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills in working with colleagues and adult learners.
7. Educational philosophy congruent with that of Antioch University Seattle.

1. Knowledge of a foreign language, in addition to English, that represents the linguistic diversity of the area school populations.
2. Demonstrated commitment to working for social justice and equality in K-12 education.
3. Experience as a science consultation in K-12 public schools.
4. Special consideration will be given to people who bring additional expertise in leadership and change, human development or technology. 

Serve as liaison to other science methods teachers.

This position may interact with various sources of information and with persons involved with sensitive or confidential issues. The performance of the administrative support and duties requires a high degree of accuracy. This position frequently must prioritize tasks with little supervision.

Antioch offers a generous compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, immediate investing in a retirement plan, sick and vacation pay, as well as an opportunity to participate in community events.

Qualified candidates may submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, employment application and applicant data form to:

Antioch University Seattle
HR Dept - Recruiter
2326 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, WA  98121-1814

Complete applications can also be sent as an e-mail to aushr@antiochseattle.edu. Review of applications will begin by May 1, 2009, and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications will be treated with confidentiality.

Antioch University Seattle is located in Belltown, north of the downtown core of a bustling city. It is in walking distance to the Seattle Center and Space Needle. Antioch Seattle is known for its exclusive focus on adult learners. Many Antioch students participate in local community projects and student teaching. For more information about Antioch, visit www.antiochseattle.edu.

Antioch University provides equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, family status or disability. AA/EEO.