Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor - Department of Education

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Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor - Department of Education

Job Description

The Department of Education in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor. This position will focus primarily on the Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) and the Education Leadership and Policy Studies (EdD) programs.

Responsibilities

• Teaching educational leadership courses at the graduate EdD and MAT and undergraduate levels with particular emphasis on courses such as Transformative Educational Leadership, Classroom Interactions, and related curriculum
• Mentoring EdD students through all phases of their doctoral program, including dissertation advising, drawing on practical leadership experience
• Developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with K-12 school districts, administrators, and educational organizations throughout the region
• Supporting student recruitment and program development initiatives
• Implementing inclusive and evidence-based teaching and learning approaches informed by field experience to ensure the academic success of a diverse student population
• Collaborating with faculty to develop curriculum that reflects current leadership practices and challenges in K-12 education
• Providing academic advising to graduate and undergraduate students
• Conducting program-level assessment, including data collection and analysis of programmatic data for continuous improvement and accreditation
• Participating in university service activities, including committee work
• Serving as liaison between the university and the K-12 educational community

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned a doctoral degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field
• The degree must be conferred by September 1, 2026
• A minimum of five years of administrative leadership experience in K-12 education
• Experience teaching at the college level and/or substantial experience in professional development and adult learning
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience in K-12 education
• Significant administrative experience as a superintendent, assistant superintendent, principal, assistant principal, or equivalent district-level leadership position
• Documented success in leading organizational change and improvement initiatives in K-12 settings
• Experience serving in leadership roles in diverse urban or high-needs school districts
• Track record of building and sustaining collaborative partnerships with multiple stakeholders, including school committees, municipalities, community organizations, and families
• Experience with strategic planning, budget development and oversight, policy implementation, and personnel management in educational settings
• Demonstrated leadership in curriculum development, instructional improvement, and teacher evaluation systems
• Experience with school accreditation processes, state compliance requirements, and educational policy implementation
• Proven track record in developing memoranda of understanding (MOUs) and formal partnership agreements between educational institutions
• Established professional network within the Massachusetts K-12 educational community, particularly in the Southcoast region
• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to innovate in response to evolving needs in educational leadership preparation
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders
• Commitment to student success, program excellence, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a faculty team to achieve shared educational goals
• Passion for developing the next generation of educational leaders who will serve diverse student populations

Salary

• Assistant Teaching Professor: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
• Associate Teaching Professor: $76,000.00 - $79,450.00

Benefits

• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit
• Employee Spouse & Dependents
• Twelve paid holidays

Application Process

Qualified applicants are invited to submit electronically:

• A letter of interest that specifically addresses how your leadership experience in K-12 education prepares you for this Professor of the Practice role
• Detailed curriculum vitae highlighting administrative leadership positions and accomplishments
• A concise statement on teaching philosophy that articulates how you will bridge theory and practice in preparing future educational leaders
• Contact information for at least three professional references, preferably including individuals who can speak to both your leadership experience and teaching capabilities
• Employment is contingent upon verification of background, credentials, and work authorization.

Application Deadline

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

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