Clinical Assistant Professor of Education, College of Arts, Sciences & Education (Hybrid)

Description

The University of Michigan-Flint Department of Education invites applications for a full-time non-tenure-track assistant clinical professor position with teaching skills in multiple topics and expertise in secondary education. The anticipated start date is August 20, 2026. The position is a 12-month appointment with responsibility for teaching in multiple modalities (some combination of online, face to face, hyperflex, hybrid, on and off campus, and possible weekends),and service. This position also includes coordination and oversight of the alternative route Master of Arts in Secondary Education with Certification teacher preparation program, including providing regular professional development, observation of graduates, and consultation with MDE regarding alternative route programs. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a thriving academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching and community engagement.

Faculty member responsibilities will include planning and teaching courses in the teacher preparation programs; engaging in service to the department, college, and university; leading and maintaining teacher preparation programs, including communication with stakeholders; and participation accreditation process.

The University of Michigan-Flint (UM-Flint) is a comprehensive urban university of diverse learners and scholars committed to advancing our local and global communities. In the University of Michigan tradition, we value excellence in teaching, learning, scholarship, student centeredness and engaged citizenship. Situated in the heart of east-central Michigan,  UM-Flint Education programs provide students with unique community engagement opportunities that cross between metropolitan and rural areas. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in teacher education, curriculum and instruction, or closely related field.  
• Evidence of at least 3-5 years of teaching experiences, or the equivalent, in middle and/or high school settings
• Evidence of mentoring colleagues in school settings
• Expertise in several of the following areas of teacher education: educational assessment, educational technology, educational psychology, English language learners, and/or sociocultural foundations
• Experience with alternative-route teacher certification
• Experience in advocating for and working collaboratively with a variety of individuals and constituencies

Desired Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the university level
• Experience teaching in a variety of formats (e.g., online, hybrid, face-to-face)
• Experience mentoring pre-service teachers
• Experience with accreditation and the ability to develop and write state level reports.
• Experience working with a variety of constituencies, including administrators, teachers and community partners
• Experience supervising students in clinical placements

Application Instructions

How to Apply

Application Materials

• Cover letter – A detailed letter summarizing how your qualifications align with those listed in the job post
• Curriculum vitae – A comprehensive academic CV that includes educational background, work experience, publications, and other relevant achievements
• Statement of teaching philosophy – A narrative detailing your approach to teaching, which may include reflections on their teaching methods, student engagement strategies, and teaching effectiveness
• Contact information for three professional references

Additional Information Contact

Should you have any questions, please contact the Assistant to the Dean, Brett Dennis, at dennisbr@umich.edu or (810) 237-6514.

Why Work for UM-Flint

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. 

Benefits include: 

• Generous time off 
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting. 
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance. 
• Life insurance 
• Long-term disability coverage 
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Eligibility for benefits based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility from the UM Human Resources Benefits and Wellness