Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis Assistant Teaching Professor (NTT)

Job Description

The University of Missouri (MU) College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) is dynamically growing and changing. We are searching for individuals to join our team who share our commitment to teaching excellence, exceptional service to students, and continuous quality improvement in an environment of civility and respect.

The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis at the University of Missouri is pleased to announce an assistant level teaching professor (non-tenure-track) position in the field of PK12 education. We seek a colleague who can help us expand our commitment to PK12 education, with a specific focus on central office administration. This position offers opportunities to contribute to the PK12 programs (MEd, EdS, Global Education and Leadership Certificate) as well as the Doctorate in Educational Leadership (EdD) and Bachelor of Educational Studies (BES) programs.

Primary responsibilities include contributing to the PK12 program; coordination of the department’s PK12 program; assisting in departmental accreditation efforts; developing and teaching graduate and/or undergraduate courses in PK12 education (online); mentoring and advising students in the PK12 programs; serving on dissertation committees; participating in faculty governance with the Department, College, and University; and providing service, outreach, and leadership to the University, educational institutions, agencies, and professional organizations.

Appointment: Non-tenure-track, 12-month appointment beginning September 1, 2023.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications include an earned doctorate in educational leadership and/or administration, or a related field by time of appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on the following factors:

1. Administrative experience at the central office level (superintendent, assistant superintendent, and other related central office positions);
2. Experience (or potential to be successful) coordinating academic programs, including program planning, accreditation, curriculum development, oversight, marketing, and recruitment;
3. Experience (or potential to be successful) teaching, advising, and mentoring graduate students in the PK12 Master’s program, EdS program, and Graduate Certificate in Global Education and Leadership; and
4. Experience (or potential to be successful) working collegially with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contributing to inclusion, diversity, and equity initiatives within the Department and University.

Application Materials

To Apply: Apply on-line at https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings . Search Job ID 44564. Upload a complete application including: (1) letter of application describing in detail qualifications for the position; (2) a CV including a list of names and contact information for three professional references (the CV must be uploaded in the Resume/CV and Cover Letter section); and (3) a teaching philosophy statement with attention to your efforts on inclusivity, diversity, and equity (2 pages or less).

Application Deadline

Beginning Review Date: Formal review of applications will begin February 15, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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Columbia Missouri Information

About Mizzou and Surrounding Community

MU is located in Columbia, a metropolitan community of approximately 130,000 people which has been rated by Money Magazine, Men’s Journal and MSN.COM as one of the best places to live in the U.S. MU has a student body of over 31,000 and is designated as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University Extensive. MU is one of only six universities in the U.S. that is both the flagship and land grant institution housing medicine, veterinary medicine, and law on the same campus. As an AAU member institution since 1908, MU is recognized as one of the top research and educational institutions in the nation.

The University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) prepares and supports professionals in education, information, lifespan, and intervention sciences that improve the quality of life and economic development for the people of Missouri, the nation, and the world.

The College’s mission is fulfilled by taking a comprehensive, collaborative approach across a wide range of disciplines and professions, including educator preparation, leadership, counseling, early childhood education, special education, higher education, public policy, family and lifespan development, and information sciences and technology.

The College is a national leader in the preparation of educators with its top-rated graduate degree programs and a teacher preparation program that emphasizes early hands-on field experiences for future teachers. There are more than 50,000 living alumni worldwide.

U.S. News & World Report ranked MU CEHD 30th among public universities and 15th for online graduate programs. In the area of research, the College’s grant expenditures in FY 2020 totaled more than $21.5 million.

There are numerous opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts and Columbia has been recognized as a bike-friendly community. Both Kansas City and St. Louis are within a 90-minute drive offering the shopping and cultural opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

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