Mathematics Professor (Full-Time Faculty, Tenure Track)

Walden University is an accredited institution that has been serving the higher education needs of professionals for more than 40 years. Offered online, Walden's doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree programs are designed to help students achieve their goals so that, as graduates, they can help advance the lives of others. As Walden grows, we continue its tradition of quality. The School of Health Sciences seeks contributing (part-time) faculty members in the MS Health Education and Promotion program. Part-time faculty in the MS Health Education and Promotion program contribute through teaching online courses and service to the School of Health Sciences and Walden University. Faculty might also have an opportunity to mentor Ph.D. students in their dissertations. Course Teaching: Faculty Members are assigned a course, which is taught using the Blackboard platform, and are responsible for interacting with students within this platform. Discussion Boards for classrooms are open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Although postings to the classroom may be done at any time of day, they must be completed in a timely manner in accordance with the Faculty Handbook or other criteria established by Walden University. As such, Faculty Members are expected to be in the classroom a minimum of 4 days per week and responses to student questions must be posted within 48 hours. Faculty Members are required to verify the accuracy of student postings and submissions and to provide feedback and grades to students through Blackboard. Availability: Walden expects faculty to be reasonably accessible to students. Faculty members are expected to be available to students outside the course discussion board and in addition to providing substantive feedback on assignments and postings. Faculty members will publish their availability to students through course syllabi, instructor information in the classroom, and/or other appropriate documents. The university suggests regular and predictable availability, such as online office hours or regular online chats. Licensure/Certification: Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a country's ministry of education in the discipline being taught, and may be expected to be licensed or license-eligible in order to teach in specific programs. Faculty Members must maintain their licenses and any appropriate certifications in order to continue to teach at Walden University. Faculty Members are also expected to maintain currency with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations. If participating in research, the Faculty Member may publish and acknowledge Walden University. Other Duties and Responsibilities: May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time Travel: Some travel may be required to attend academic residencies, National Faculty meetings and/or commencement activities. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in Health Education and Promotion, Health Studies, or a closely related field.
• Candidates should possess a record of intellectual and professional contributions to the field of Health Education and Promotion, and Health Studies. This should include practical experience. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) is preferred.
• Three to five years of teaching experience at graduate level, with online teaching experience is preferred.
• Evidence of compatibility with the Walden mission of positive social change, broad access and professional excellence and our values of quality, integrity and student-centeredness.
• Ability to work with students who are experienced, mid-career professionals. Access to computer equipment, and be comfortable and proficient in the electronic communication environment.

Tools/Technical Skills: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.