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Walden University: A Higher Degree. A Higher Purpose.

Founded in 1970, Walden University is a leader in student-centered distance education. An accredited graduate institution with a mission for social change, Walden's high academic standards are demonstrated by the dedication of its faculty and staff to programs that help students make a difference in their professions, their organizations, and their communities.

As an institution that is growing with quality, Walden seeks faculty and staff members to teach, administer, and support its master's and doctoral programs in education, management, psychology, and health and human services, as well as master's programs in engineering/IT and bachelor's completion programs in business.

Part-time faculty can teach for Walden from anywhere in the world. Full-time faculty, administrative, and information technology positions are based in Walden's academic office, located in Minneapolis, Minn.

Teaching at Walden

With a computer and a high-speed Internet connection, you can share your professional experience and academic knowledge with Walden students across the country and around the world. Courses are delivered through an asynchronous format, which gives you the flexibility to guide students through the curriculum while maintaining other professional and personal commitments. Faculty also mentor students throughout the master's thesis process and during their doctoral research and independent learning.

New faculty members receive training and mentoring as they learn about Walden's standard-setting best practices in distance education. As a faculty member, you will be supported by online concierges and instructional designers who will assist you in providing a high quality experience with outstanding educational outcomes.

As a faculty member at Walden University, you can:

  • teach on your own schedule from anywhere in the world.
  • share current research and best practices with motivated scholar-practitioners.
  • collaborate with faculty and students who share your enthusiasm.
  • experience teaching via distance-learning formats.
  • make a difference in your profession by preparing future leaders.
  • earn extra income without sacrificing family and full-time career commitments.

A Diverse and Vibrant Faculty

Walden University's diverse faculty includes full-time and part-time faculty members whose different educational and experiential backgrounds enrich the university's learning community. They are gifted teachers and expert mentors who are recognized in their disciplines, as well as stewards of the university curricula who help develop and revise courses, review academic policy, and assess program effectiveness. Together, the faculty is committed to Walden's mission of educational access, professional excellence, and social change, as well as to its values of quality, integrity, and student-centeredness.

Dedicated Students

Walden University's students are mid-career professionals who are dedicated to lifelong learning and professional achievement. Through their exchange of ideas, they share diverse perspectives and form bonds with faculty members and fellow students in all 50 United States and countries around the world.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Walden University practices a policy of nondiscrimination in admission to, access to, and employment in its programs and activities. Walden does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion or creed, marital status, handicap or disability, national or ethnic origin, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation.

Accreditation

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org; 312-263-0456.

More Information

For more information about employment opportunities with Walden University, visit www.WaldenU.edu/careers.


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