Part-Time Adjunct Instructor/Leadership Coach in PK-12 Educational Administration, Educational

Hiring Department

School of Education, Social Work and Psychological Sciences; Department of Educational Leadership, Policy, and Foundations

Job Description

The School of Education, Social Work and Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) announces a search for an adjunct instructor of PK-12 Educational Administration (leadership coach) in the Division of Educational Leadership, Policy and Foundations (ELPF), beginning Fall 2022. ELPF offers courses and degrees at the masters, specialist and doctoral levels. This is a non-tenure track, 12-month, non-benefits-eligible faculty appointment. The primary responsibilities for this position are designed to support UMKC PLUS (Pathway to Leadership in Urban Schools), an innovative principal leadership program.

UMKC PLUS prepares future principals who want to make a difference in the urban core of Kansas City. The program builds deep expertise through job-embedded training in the school environments where leaders are needed the most, offering the following components: (a) a focused Residency model, (b) personalized goals-based coaching, and (c) a cohort model. By concurrently earning a master’s degree or educational specialist degree in Educational Administration (PK-12 Emphasis), KC PLUS Residents meet all requirements for state certification as school building principals.

The individual selected for this position will join a collaborative and dedicated group of faculty and staff. The primary responsibilities are field-based, which will include the following: (a) provide professional development for aspiring school leaders; (b) coach aspiring school leaders enrolled in the KC PLUS program; (c) collaborate with schools and districts in the Kansas City metropolitan area, and (d) maintain communication with faculty and staff in ELPF. During the summer months (June through August), the successful candidate will coordinate and deliver an intensive Summer Institute for the KC PLUS program, as well as other duties associated with the program. This position requires that coaching and professional development duties take place during business hours.

As a public urban-serving research institution, UMKC is in the heart of Kansas City. The School of Education serves as a major institutional partner to school districts and community agencies across the metropolitan area. School of Education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) at the initial-licensure level (2018-2025); advanced licensure programs will be submitted for review in 2025. Educator licensure programs are accredited at the state level by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Major Responsibilities:
Facilitate weekly goals-based coaching aligned to program priorities and differentiated for individual needs and contexts of assigned residents
Coordinate and deliver the intensive Summer Institute for the KC PLUS program
Design and provide group-based professional development for residents
Maintain positive relationships with PK-12 staff at schools associated with the UMKC Plus program
Maintain communication with ELPF faculty and staff on UMKC PLUS-related coaching and professional development issues
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Educational Administration or closely related field, or a Master’s or Educational Specialist degree in Educational Administration and tested experience in educational administration, or a closely related field
• Certified as a school administrator
• Previous experience as a building principal
• Previous experience or demonstrated potential for teaching adult learners in college/university settings
• Demonstrated understanding of effective teaching and a deep commitment to effective and rigorous instruction
• Demonstrated understanding of the Missouri Learning Standards and/or Common Core State Standards
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to social justice and urban issues
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from culturally diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with others
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Full Time/Part Time

Part-Time (.50 - .74 FTE), not eligible for benefits

Application Deadline

Formal review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure optimal consideration. Application materials should include the following: (a) a cover letter expressing interest in the position, (b) curriculum vitae, and (c) full contact information of five professional references. All materials should be combined into one PDF document and uploaded at the link below. References will not be contacted until advanced stages of screening, and candidates will receive prior notification.

An official copy of all transcripts, showing when degrees were conferred, will be required before an official offer is made to the final candidate. The University requires the maintenance of an official copy of higher education transcripts for all hires. Finalists will be asked to submit all transcripts to the School of Education Dean’s Office at soedean@umkc.edu. Appointment is contingent upon verification of degrees. All final candidates will be required to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior to beginning employment.

For further information about this position, please contact Michelle Maher, Department Chair, at maherm@umkc.edu.

Application Instructions

To be considered, you must complete the application which contains two (2) sections: 1. Name and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /,&, %, etc.).

If you need technical assistance, please call (800) 488-5288.

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of this job. If you believe you may have difficulty performing any of the duties or functions of this job, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the UMKC mission as an urban-serving institution. Kansas City is a particularly diverse city, including African, African American, Asian, German, Irish, Italian, Latino, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Native American and Slavic communities. Such ethnic diversity, in addition to our thriving neighborhoods of the Westside, Northeast Kansas City and the Eastside, fosters creativity, connection and innovation, which is showcased across the region. Major attractions such as the Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, the Filipino Cultural Center, the American Jazz Museum, Guadalupe Centers and Mattie Rhodes and Kansas City Irish Fest are a small sample of the many ways our diverse city enriches us.

For the reasons enumerated above, UMKC’s strategic plan prioritizes our commitment to multiculturalism, globalism, diversity and inclusion. The university’s values call upon its faculty, staff, students and community to position themselves as global citizens who seek out, embrace and celebrate the many benefits of diversity. UMKC received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in 2019 in recognition of our continued commitment to equity and inclusion. Such commitment is demonstrated across teaching, service and research. We welcome applicants to share in our commitment to these core values and know that you will quickly understand the beauty of calling Kansas City your home.

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