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Job Title


Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership


Company : University of Alaska


Location : Anchorage, AK


Created : 2024-10-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic educator to join our team and teach courses in Educational Leadership, both online and on-campus. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, a deep understanding of contemporary curricular content, and a passion for actively engaging with students and prospective students. A commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice in teaching and mentoring is essential. If you are dedicated to shaping future leaders in education, we want to hear from you!In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.The Department of Graduate Studies in Education, Indigenizing Education and Leadership invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in Educational Leadership at the rank of Assistant Professor. The programs emphasize leadership through a social justice and equity framework that values collaborative decision-making and partners with school districts across the state in program outreach and support.This position will teach administrative services credential candidates in organization theory and change, allocation and management of human, fiscal, and facility resources, school law, ethical leadership practices, school improvement, and supervision of field experiences.Provide support and guidance for administrative interns in diverse communities in urban and rural districts. Guide student research through internship capstone projects. Assume leadership roles in the department, on campus, and in the field.A potential candidate's consideration will be enhanced by providing evidence of experience in working with diverse schools and a track record of equity-minded leadership, university teaching, and field supervision; experience with current K-12 school reforms and technology relevant to school administration; knowledge of the regulations of local, state and national trends.Minimum Qualifications:Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership or a closely related field. ABD considered with completion by the time of appointment.At least five (5) years of successful experience in a Pre-K12 school setting (teacher, principal, district office, superintendent).Demonstrated success in teaching at the university level or an equivalent adult level.Position Details:This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, Alaska. Applicants must be able to relocate to Anchorage, Alaska by the position start date. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure track, faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off (FTO), 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.Special Instructions to Applicants:To be considered for this position, applicants must attach the following documents to their online application:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeStatement of Teaching PhilosophyStatement reflecting a commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.Copy of graduate transcripts. Unofficial copies are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.Contact information for three professional referencesCandidates should clearly outline how they meet the skills, abilities, and qualifications in their documentation.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ginger Blackmon, Search Committee Chair at employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.#J-18808-Ljbffr