Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Leadership, Language, and Curriculum: Educational Leadership (25-26)

DePaul University
paid time off
United States, Illinois, Chicago
1 East Jackson Boulevard (Show on map)
Dec 07, 2024
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Leadership, Language, and Curriculum: Educational Leadership (25-26) Full-time Faculty Positions Full-time faculty positions will be posted on a per-opening basis. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Applicants will be evaluated at the college/school level for the position which they are submitting an application. Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Part-time Faculty Positions DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Postings are organized by college/school and department. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed. Below you will find the details for the posting including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening or submitting your interest in teaching. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. Apply for this Job Posting Details Job ID: 141271 Rank: Assistant Professor College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Education Responsibilities: We invite applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in our Educational Leadership Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of educational leaders and contribute to cutting-edge research in the field. As a member of our faculty, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in preparing students for leadership positions in PK-16 education and broader learning environments. The three main areas of focus are: 1) teaching, advising, and mentoring students in our master's and doctoral programs, particularly those seeking Illinois licensure in principal preparation or superintendent endorsement; 2) engaging in a strong scholarly and research agenda; 3) contributing through service to the program, college, university and profession. This position allows the successful candidate to blend their practical experience as a school leader with their academic and scholarly expertise, creating a rich learning environment for our students. The ideal candidate for this position will bring a passion for education, a wealth of practical experience, and a commitment to scholarly and teaching excellence. We seek an individual who can inspire our students, contribute to research in the field, and help strengthen ties with the educational community in the Chicago metropolitan area and beyond. DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals who will enhance the diversity of our faculty. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our community of scholars and educators dedicated to preparing the educational leaders of tomorrow. Join us in shaping the future of education at DePaul University! Required Qualifications: Required Qualifications Include: An earned doctorate in Educational Leadership or a closely related field A minimum of four years of experience as an accredited licensed principal or superintendent in elementary, middle, or secondary schools ISBE licensure/certification (or equivalent from another state) to evaluate instructional PK-12 Principal Endorsement or General Administrative Endorsement candidates A proven track record of excellence in teaching at the higher education level, including in-person, online, and hybrid modalities. Eligible to teach administrative internship classes A portfolio of scholarly publications or a clear trajectory for future research and publications Preferred Qualifications: A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education The ability to engage students in critical discussions about challenges and opportunities at all levels of education Innovative approaches to teaching and research in educational leadership The ability to advise graduate and/or doctoral candidates' research projects, theses, capstones, and/or dissertations. A collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across disciplines Special Instructions to Applicants: You must submit all required application materials to be considered for the position. Please send all inquiries regarding your application to either Stephanie McCullough at sparrill@depaul.edu or Dr. Andrea Kayne at andrea.kayne@depaul.edu. The job posting will remain open until the position is filled. General Compensation/Benefits Statement: DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx. About DePaul University's Academic Calendar: Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams). Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $67,800 - $75,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicant Documents Cover Letter(1) C.V.(1) Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3) Student evaluations(3)