Assistant/Associate Professor, P-12 School Administration - Department of Educational Services and

Assistant/Associate Professor - P-12 School Administration

Position Description:

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 23,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Home to Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering; Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts; William G. Rohrer College of Business; Virtua Health College of Medicine & Health Sciences; Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and the School of Osteopathic Medicine, it also comprises the colleges of Education, Humanities & Social Sciences, Performing Arts, and Science & Mathematics; Virtua Health School of Nursing & Health Professions; the schools of Earth & Environment; Innovation & Entrepreneurship; Translational Biomedical Engineering & Sciences; Veterinary Medicine; the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences; and a multidisciplinary honors college. Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation; commitment to high-quality, affordable education; and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified (R2/high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university for three consecutive years as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

The College of Education, as the oldest college at Rowan University, has a long-held commitment to excellence in teaching, community engagement, and innovation in scholarship. The College of Education is fully accredited under the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) standards by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and initial certification programs are approved by the New Jersey Department of Education. Rowan’s College of Education is devoted to collaboration, professionalism, diversity, scholarly inquiry, student learning, civic responsibility, and respect for all people, preparing and supporting reflective practitioners who use education to transform our global society. We seek a faculty member who is committed to seeking opportunities to support the College of Education’s commitment to social justice in education and access, success and equity for all.

The Department of Educational Services and Leadership is one of four departments within the College of Education. The department of Educational Services and Leadership houses graduate programs in educational leadership, school administration, school psychology, counseling in educational settings, higher education, and a post-baccalaureate program in school nursing.

The Department of Educational Services and Leadership is accepting applications for a full-time assistant/associate tenure track professor position for the Master of Arts in School Administration program beginning Fall 2023, contingent upon budget appropriation. The department is seeking a creative and innovative faculty member to play an integral role in the Master’s level program in school administration. Applicants may view the website for a list of courses and descriptions offered in the school administration. Educators who bring diverse perspectives to the university or who have capacity to mentor and advise students who are members of groups that have been historically and are currently marginalized in the U.S. and in U.S. schools are encouraged to apply. The position will carry a rank commensurate (Assistant or Associate Professor) with the candidate’s prior experience and record.

Qualifications:

This position requires practitioner leadership experience and a rich knowledge base in school administration-related fields, along with demonstrated scholarly excellence and accomplishment. The department is looking for a faculty member, who is dedicated to increasing knowledge, sensitivity, and awareness of practices best suited for individuals from diverse sociocultural backgrounds. The successful candidate meets the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) from an accredited institution with a major in School Administration or Educational Leadership
• Record of scholarship commensurate with rank
• Ability to teach a variety of courses in the School Administration curriculum
• Knowledge of relevant accreditation standards, such as NELP and PSEL
• Demonstrated record of excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Superintendent and/or Principal Certification
• Administrative experience in multiple K-12 public school districts
• Record of excellence in teaching at the graduate level
• Experience in developing and delivering educational programs on-line
• Record of professional activities with an ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external relationships in dynamic and collaborative environments, including working with P-12 schools

General Information:

Applications received by October 21, 2022 will receive full consideration.

Open until filled.

Starting Date: September 1, 2023

Candidates should submit letter of application with a statement of teaching interest, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts and names and contact information of three references (at least one of which addresses teaching ability).

Rowan University celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, (dis)ability status, military status, and other NJ protected classes. Rowan University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment as required by Title IX. Rowan is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with (dis)abilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Christy Mroz, Administrative Assistant, OEE@rowan.edu , 856-256-5494. Rowan strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.