Assistant Clinical Professor of Educational Leadership
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 14, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Education Administration & Leadership, Other Education, Teacher Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Information
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Position Title
Assistant Clinical Professor of Educational Leadership
About this Opportunity
The Department of Educational Leadership invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor (non-tenure-line) faculty position available for the 2023-24 academic year. Our department is seeking faculty members with strong interpersonal skills and faculty who value collaborative teaching approaches to promote cross-disciplinary knowledge that will serve our graduates in their careers. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable teaching skills in guiding the growth of academic programs and curricula and working experience in leadership.
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Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
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At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
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- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
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Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
The Department of Educational Leadership at Ball State University, a respected leader in delivering high quality programs for administrative degree and licensure, is seeking outstanding applicants for a full-time, contract-line faculty position available August 2023. The department is
interested in an innovative and collaborative faculty with demonstrated excellence in educational leadership and practical experience in the field. Lifelong learning at Ball State University extends educational engagement beyond the classroom and includes learning for professional development, personal enrichment, or other goals throughout one’s lifetime. Faculty will be expected to participate in the department’s, college’s, and university’s lifelong learning opportunities when available and may be assigned teaching responsibility in this area as part of their overall responsibilities.
Major responsibilities include teaching graduate level courses in Educational Leadership, facilitating internship experiences, service to the department, college, and university. In addition, responsibilities include advising students, participating in on campus department, college and university meetings and activities.
We seek candidates who will connect with students of diverse backgrounds and contribute to a campus climate that supports equity, diversity, and inclusion. At Ball State, inclusiveness is one of our enduring values. Applicants should familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to identify how you might contribute to these efforts. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with credentials and experience.
This opportunity is for one academic year with the possibility of renewal beginning August 18, 2023.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate in educational administration, educational leadership, or a related field, from an accredited institution by the date of employment; record of university teaching in the field of educational leadership including online and in a classroom setting; holds or has recently held a leadership position in a public or private school district; and financial management of a P-12 school district.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education including demonstrated record of quality service in higher education and professional organizations, at least five years of successful experience as a superintendent of a P-12 school district; holds administrative licensure for the principalship and superintendency; knowledge and use of technology educational applications; willingness and ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and community partners; demonstrated commitment to social justice; interest in working with administrative interns; understanding of current issues and educational policy in P-12 contexts at the state and national level; and experience with educational financial management and current working knowledge of school funding at the state and local level. Preferred candidates will have an active research agenda and a publication record qualifying them to serve on doctoral committees.
Required Certifications/Licensures
Indiana licensure as a building-level and/or district-level administrator or ability to obtain an Indiana license upon being hired.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Educational Leadership:800040
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
sjsalloum@bsu.edu
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202201013F
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/18/2023
Position End Date
Posting Date
11/14/2022
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
11/28/2022
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Please contact Dr. Thalia Mulvihill at tmulvihi@bsu.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Inclusive Excellence Statement
- Doctorate Transcripts
Company
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We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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