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Instructor of Leadership in the College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership and Professional Studies - Non-Tenure Track Position
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Position Number: 5213573
Location: Wayne, NJ
Position Type: Education - Edu. Admin & Leadership (study of)

Instructor of Leadership in the College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership and Professional Studies - Non-Tenure Track Position

Thank you for your interest in working at William Paterson University.

William Paterson University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, 10-month position of Instructor of Leadership in the College of Education, Department of Educational Leadership and Professional Studies. Position starts August 15, 2024.

The Department of Educational Leadership and Professional Studies offers graduate study for professionals who wish to enhance their careers with advanced degrees, certifications, and endorsements. Reporting to the chair of the department, this instructor will teach master's level courses in educational leadership (PreK-12) and doctoral-level courses in leadership.

The primary responsibility of this role will be to teach five courses each in the fall and spring semesters. Educational leadership courses are taught in an asynchronous, 7-week session modality. Doctoral courses run over a 15-week semester and include synchronous online and some in-person instruction.

The initial appointment is for a series of one-year contracts over a five (5) year period, with annual renewal based on satisfactory evaluations of qualifications, teaching excellence, effective support of students, and collegiality. Subsequent longer-term contracts may be available based on satisfactory performance and departmental needs.

College Overview

Join a distinguished faculty where excellence is reflected in our mission and vision. We welcome diversity and are deeply committed to supporting and nurturing inclusive leaders. Our programs and coursework focus on methods to foster collaborative and ethical leadership skills, and an understanding of cultural competency to pursue issues of social justice, equity, and fairness.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Teaching:

Teach 30 credits annually of graduate courses, online and hybrid.
Provide students with consistent and effective advisement, support and guidance in their academic endeavors.

Service:

Attend department and college meetings and participate in activities and events of the department, college, and university designed for student recruitment, retention and graduation.
Participate in and contribute to assurance of learning assessment and accreditation as well as curriculum and program development.
Serve on department, College of Education, and University committees and councils.

Qualifications include:

An earned doctorate in Leadership or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience in teaching graduate-level courses in Leadership.
Experience with online instruction.
Experience as a PreK-12 school/district administrator; public school principal experience preferred.
Ability and willingness to work with doctoral students as dissertation committee chair and committee member.
Ability and willingness to learn and use instructional technologies and digital management platforms.

Personal attributes and traits:

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting student success.
Collaborative, engaged, and positive team member.
Demonstrated commitment to excellence both in practice and in the assessment of self and others.

Invitation to apply:

Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration. General questions related to this application process, please contact talent@wpunj.edu .

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EEO Statement

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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