Loyola University Chicago Non-Tenure Track, Assistant Professor, School of Education  Posting: 1/8/15 Deadline: Open Until Filled Type: Full Time Non-tenure Track

Salary: Commensurate with Experience The School of Education, Loyola University Chicago, announces a non-tenure track, assistant professor position with primary teaching and service responsibilities in the area of Administration and Supervision. The Administration and Supervision program is engaged in innovative, field-based experiences to prepare principal and teacher leaders for leadership in Illinois public and Catholic schools. Loyola's NCATE accredited programs prepare school leaders in the Chicago metropolitan area, one of the nation's liveliest educational scenes. The selected individual will teach graduate-level courses in administration and supervision of P-12 schools at our Loyola Water Tower campus and at our Cuneo campus in Vernon Hills. The individual selected for this position will demonstrate commitment to serving a diverse student body and profession. Program courses to be taught include educational leadership in mission driven schools, educational law, finance, etc. Finally, the individual may be involved in program redesign for superintendent endorsement.

Required qualifications include: an appropriate earned doctoral degree in P-12 Educational Leadership and Policy Studies or a related field, at least five years of school leadership experience with documented evidence of leading schools for improved student outcomes, experience leading building and district-level administrative positions, and classroom teaching experience.

The desired individual will hold a state of Illinois principal's license as well as the state superintendent endorsement. Certification in Illinois' Growth Learning Training teacher and principal evaluation training preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. Position to begin August 11, 2015. Applicants are asked to submit (1) a letter of interest, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) copy of the doctoral degree transcript, and (4) the names

and contact information of three individuals prepared to provide professional references. Direct applications to: https://www.careers.luc.edu Make inquiries to: Dr. Susan Sostak, Chair, Search Committee, School of Education, Loyola University Chicago, 820 N. Michigan Avenue, 11th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60611, ssostak@luc.edu. LUC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for mission and diversifying our faculty. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at http://www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, candidates should consult our website at http://www.luc.edu/transformativeed. Applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged.

Postdoctoral Fellow Opportunities

School of Education and Social Policy

Northwestern University

Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy has three open positions for Postdoctoral Fellows, starting July 1, 2015.

Position 1: Research Use in Schools and School Districts

We seek a postdoctoral fellow to work on the IES-funded National Center for Research in Policy and Practice.  This one-year position begins July 1, 2015 and has the possibility of extension into a second year. We seek applicants with a strong training in qualitative or mixed-methods research, and expertise in one or more of the following: the relationship between research and practice, district decision making, organizational theory, policymaking, school leadership, or implementation of Common Core Standards in Mathematics and English Language Arts.

The postdoctoral fellow will participate in a two-year mixed-methods study of the factors that enable and constrain research use in four urban school districts. The study, led by Cynthia Coburn and Jim Spillane, involves an interdisciplinary team from Northwestern University, Harvard University, and University of Colorado-Boulder. The postdoctoral fellow will participate in all phases of the project including: developing instruments; data collection; data analysis, and the publication of results. The principal investigators will encourage the postdoctoral scholar to develop publications that build on her or his emerging research agenda.  The postdoctoral scholar must be able and willing to travel to research sites; work both individually and as part of a multi-campus team; and provide supervision to undergraduate and graduate research assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should have an earned doctorate in education, sociology, political science, public policy, or related field. The position carries a competitive salary plus health insurance coverage and has the possibility of renewal, conditional upon performance and available funding. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Northwestern University is located in an attractive lakefront community adjacent to Chicago.  Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.  Members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.  Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.

To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and two representative publications to: Natalie Talbert, Natalie.talbert@northwestern.edu. Please put: “NCRPP Postdoc” in the subject line. For questions, please contact Cynthia Coburn at Cynthia.coburn@northwestern.edu.

Positions 2 and 3: Early Childhood Mathematics Policy

We seek two Postdoctoral Fellows to participate in an innovative study of districts’ efforts to create greater alignment preschool through grade 3 in mathematics. The multi-level, longitudinal study investigates the relationship between district policy efforts and students’ experiences, learning opportunities, and mathematics learning. The study is being carried out under the auspices of the DREME Network (Development and Research in Early Mathematics Education), an interdisciplinary network of scholars dedicated to conducting innovative research and development on early childhood mathematics funded by the Heising-Simons Foundation.[1] This study is a collaboration of scholars from Northwestern University, UCLA, University of Denver, and Vanderbilt University.

Both positions begin July 1, 2015 and have the possibility of extension into a second year, pending funding. We seek applicants with strong training in qualitative research methods and expertise in one or more of the following: mathematics education in K-12 or early childhood settings, professional development, instructional policy, and/or policy implementation. The postdoctoral fellow will participate in all phases of the project including: developing instruments; data collection; data analysis, and the publication of results. The principal investigators will encourage the postdoctoral scholar to develop publications that build on his or her emerging research agenda.  The postdoctoral scholar must be able and willing to travel to research sites; work both individually and as part of a multi-campus team; and provide supervision to undergraduate and graduate research assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should have an earned doctorate in education, developmental psychology, sociology, public policy, or related field. The position carries a competitive salary plus health insurance coverage and has the possibility of renewal, conditional upon performance and available funding. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Northwestern University is located in an attractive lakefront community adjacent to Chicago.  Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.  Members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.  Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.  Employment eligibility verification required upon hire.

To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and two representative publications to: Natalie Talbert, Natalie.talbert@northwestern.edu. Please put: “DREME Network Postdoc” in the subject line. For questions, please contact Cynthia Coburn at Cynthia.coburn@northwestern.edu.

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[1] Members of the DREME Network include: Deborah Stipek, Stanford University (Director); Amy Claessens, University of Chicago; Doug Clements, University of Denver; Cynthia Coburn, Northwestern University; Eric Dearing, Boston College; Dale Farran, Vanderbilt University; Megan Franke, UCLA; Herb Ginsburg, Columbia University Teachers College; Susan Levine, University of Chicago; Michele Mazzocco, University of Minnesota; Deborah Phillips, Georgetown University

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY

STEINHARDT SCHOOL OF CULTURE, EDUCATION, AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAM IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Clinical Associate/Full Professor

NYU Steinhardt’s Program in Educational Leadership in the Department of Administration, Leadership, and Technology invites nominations and applications for a Clinical faculty member in Educational Leadership at either the clinical associate  professor or clinical professor rank.  This is a non-tenure track position that begins September 1, 2015.  Our academic programs focus on leadership, politics and advocacy for enhancing educational opportunity for children in urban schools; they include Master’s degrees in School Building Leadership and in Leadership, Politics and Advocacy, as well as EdD and PhD degrees in Educational Leadership.  Our Master’s and EdD programs prepare leaders for schools, school systems, and community-based organizations and our PhD program prepares researchers, policy makers, and professors of leadership and policy studies.

    
Responsibilities include: Organizing, supervising and assessing leadership internships and maintaining linkages with internship administrators/sites; teaching program courses; participating in program development and assessment; providing academic advisement for students; participating in faculty meetings and serving on committees appropriate to a university faculty member.

 
Qualifications:  The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in educational leadership or a relevant discipline for the study of educational leadership, politics/policy and advocacy; experience working in K-12 environments, including leadership positions in K-12 systems or in community-based organizations; experience teaching and mentoring graduate students; experience in program administration/development/coordination; a deep knowledge of New York City education and advocacy organizations serving children and youth is an advantage.

NYU's dynamic Global Network University includes NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU Shanghai, and international programs and academic centers around the world. NYU Steinhardt faculty may be afforded the opportunity for variable term work at these global study and research sites.

NYU is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment and strongly encourages applications from historically underrepresented groups. 

Applications:  Please, submit a letter of application indicating the candidate’s qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of 3 references (reference letters may be requested at a later date) to http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/faculty_positions/

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the search is complete.

For further information about the positon, please contact:

Professor Gary Anderson, Search Committee Chair

New York University

Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

Program in Educational Leadership

Pless Hall, 7th Floor

New York, NY 10003 

Email:  gary.anderson@nyu.edu (topic:  Faculty Search)

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Job Posting – Concordia University Irvine –

Full, Associate, or Assistant Professor of Educational Research

 Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership Program

(Blended Learning Environment)

The School of Education at Concordia University Irvine, California, announces a search for a graduate faculty member to serve in the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership Program, beginning July 1, 2015. The Program seeks an academically qualified and experienced professor to teach research courses and to lead dissertation seminars in blended learning environments (face-to-face, synchronous/asynchronous online) that support active and meaningful learning experiences.

The position allows for a professor to work with students and faculty members from a remote, online location. Some occasional travel to the Irvine campus is expected.

Qualifications:

·      An earned doctorate in educational leadership or a field directly related to educational research.

•      Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching research methods, doctoral level teaching and service on dissertation committees preferred.

•      Willingness to work with graduate students in blended learning environments, online teaching experience preferred.

•      Successful record of conducting educational research.

•      Evidence of working collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and community members.

•      Active membership in a Christian church.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·      Active participation in the Doctor of Education program.

·      Teach research courses to a cohort of students in the doctoral program in blended learning environments. Courses include quantitative and qualitative methods, statistical analysis, and dissertation seminars.

·      Facilitate the development of students’ preliminary dissertation proposals.

·      Serve on dissertation committees including chair positions.

·      May also teach in the Master of Arts in Education online program.

·      Conduct and report scholarly research.

·      Occasional travel to the Irvine campus.

•      Serve as a model of Christian discipleship in carrying out the mission, purpose, and objectives of the University and School.

Concordia University Irvine does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age.  However, Concordia University Irvine is a Christian educational institution operated by The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employs only those individuals who meet the religious membership requirement established by the university.

To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, names of three professional references, copy of transcript showing the highest degree posted and an official application located on the website at www.cui.edu to:

                        Office of the Provost

                        Human Resources Coordinator

                        Concordia University Irvine

                        1530 Concordia West

                        Irvine, CA  92612

                        www.provost@cui.edu

Review of application materials begins immediately and continues until the position is funded and filled.

Concordia University Irvine, California is a Lutheran co-ed, residential liberal arts university serving over 4,300 students, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in over thirty fields of study.  Please visit Concordia’s website at www.cui.edu for additional information.

The University of Texas at El Paso

College of Education

Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations Assistant or Associate Professor– Educational Leadership

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations (EDFL) at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) announces a faculty search for an Assistant or Associate Professor in Educational Leadership with an appointment to begin in Fall 2015. To enhance the curricular offerings and future research activities as well as grant funding initiatives, the Department is seeking an assistant or associate professor with demonstrated expertise as a school administrator or leadership professional involved in school, district, or program management. The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of competence and sufficient experience to conduct research in the areas of instructional leadership, professional development, K-12 curriculum, and school-community dynamics. Strong consideration will be given to applicants who have content knowledge and leadership experience in school or school system administration. The candidate must also possess a record of academic publishing and presentations, and a research agenda with potential in obtaining grants.
The EDLF Department offers an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Administration, a master’s degree in Educational Administration, and principal and superintendent certifications. The Department also offers specialization in Higher Education at the master’s and doctoral levels. For more information about the EDLF Department, visit http://coe.utep.edu/edlf/.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants are required to have an Ed.D. or a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, School Leadership, Educational Administration, or a closely related field. The ideal candidate must also show evidence of effective teaching, advising, and mentoring at the graduate level, possess a record of publications, have experience supervising students and doctoral dissertations, and a research agenda with potential for obtaining grants.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Desired qualifications include strong knowledge of content area and administrative experience in the school or central office settings.

SALARY: Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience.

ABOUT UTEP: The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is an emerging national research university on its way toward becoming the first national research university in the U.S. with a 21st-century student demographic. It is located at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region and is committed to the ideals of access and excellence. A leader among Hispanic-serving institutions, UTEP enrolls over 23,000 students – about 80 percent of them Hispanic – and is the only doctoral research university in the nation with a majority Mexican-American student body. UTEP is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as “Community Engaged” and by the U.S. Department of Education as “Hispanic-Serving.” UTEP faculty have been nationally recognized for their commitment to student success, teaching, research, scholarship, and artistic expression.
UTEP comprises seven colleges and a graduate school and offers 71 bachelor’s, 76 master’s, and 20 doctoral degrees, with more in development. Earlier this year, Washington Monthly ranked UTEP first in the nation in the social mobility category for the third consecutive year, as well as

8th overall. UTEP’s more than $83 million in annual research spending ranks the university among the top 200 universities in the nation and fourth in federal research expenditure among all public universities in Texas. UTEP is completing a campus transformation, which includes more than $300 million in recent building expansions, renovations, infrastructure improvements, and pedestrian enhancements.

The College of Education currently enrolls 1,963 students at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. The new Dean is energizing the College with her vision to expand doctoral programs, enhance research productivity, increase funded projects, and develop budgetary proposals, policies, and strategies to build and improve the infrastructure and services provided to faculty and students in the College. For more information visit http://coe.utep.edu

ABOUT EL PASO: El Paso County is a highly livable, bi-cultural community of 800,000 people, which offers affordable homes and attractive neighborhoods. El Paso is noted as the safest large city in the United States. Shielded by mountains on three sides, El Paso experiences more than 300 days of sunshine annually and a dry climate, making it possible to enjoy outdoor activities year round. The city of El Paso, adjacent to both the state of New Mexico and the country of Mexico, is the nation’s leading area for cultural diversity and border health research. El Paso comprises 248 square miles, making it the sixth largest city in Texas, and 19th largest city in the United States.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants should submit electronically a) letter of interest, b) curriculum vita, c) evidence of teaching excellence and a sample of scholarly work, and d) complete contact information for at least three professional references to:
Dr. David DeMatthews, Co-chair of the Search Committee Educational Leadership and Foundations Department dedematthews@utep.edu

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.