Application should be sent to:
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Writing Samples
- Contact information for References (5)
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
Application Deadline:
Job Announcement:
Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership
The Department of Educational Leadership in the College of Education invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible
Assistant Professor position in Educational Leadership. Applicants for the position should have an earned doctoral degree in, or
closely associated to, educational leadership with a broad focus in educational leadership/administration, instructional
supervision, curriculum and instruction, or adult education. We are seeking a colleague who will enhance the faculty expertise in
our masters and doctoral educational leadership programs. In particular, we are seeking a generalist with the background and
expertise to teach several of the foundation (core) courses in our masters and doctoral educational leadership programs.
The successful applicant for this position will begin August 15, 2008, and will be expected to assume central roles in the
Department's Master of School Administration, Master of Education in Curriculum and Supervision, and Doctorate in
Educational Leadership (Community and School Specializations) degree programs. All programs are designed to prepare future
building and central office leadership roles for PK-12 school districts and other educational environments. The Department of
Educational Leadership has 20 full-time faculty members with specializations in school administration, educational leadership,
curriculum leadership, adult education, instructional supervision, educational research, and instructional systems technology.
Persons with disabilities, members of minority groups, and women are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: Teach masters and doctoral level courses in educational leadership programs; advise masters and doctoral
students; supervise internships; direct and serve on doctoral dissertation committees; obtain external funds to support research
and service activities in educational leadership or related areas; maintain scholarly productivity demonstrated through research,
refereed publications, and presentations at professional conferences; provide service to the field and profession; participate in
program, department, college, and university governance. Preference will be given to applicants who present the following
qualifications.
Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Educational Leadership or a closely related area from an accredited university;
successful teaching experience at the P-16+ level; state licensure and successful administrative experience in P-12 schools or
other educational environments; some experience with diverse students and schools (i.e., urban, high need schools, etc.); some
successful part-time or full-time teaching experience at the college or university level; demonstrated ability to conduct research,
provide service, and obtain external funding relevant to educational leadership; evidence of potential for scholarly contributions
to the field of educational leadership through research, publications, and presentations at professional meetings; evidence of the
ability to work collegially and collaboratively with colleagues.
The Setting: The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a doctoral, research intensive institution located in one of the
nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas andis a modern campus of one of the oldest public university systems in the United
States. UNC Charlotte offers over 22,000 culturally diverse students a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree
programs and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The College of Education prepares both
undergraduate and graduate students for diverse roles in schools and related agencies. All professional education programs of
UNC Charlotte are approved for licensure by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and accredited by the National
Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Application:
Application materials should include:
1. A cover letter that describes how the applicant's professional qualifications relate to the responsibilities of the position;
2. A complete curriculum vita;
3. Unofficial copies of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degree programs completed;
4. The names, addresses (including titles and institutions), telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of five references; and
5. Other supporting materials relevant to the candidate's scholarship and teaching, including sample publications (optional).
To Apply:
Apply electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Please attach the following
documents to your electronic submission: application letter, vita, a concise statement of research agenda, full contact information
for five references, and three reprints of scholarly work. Forward copies of all transcripts to Ms. Jen King, Department of
Educational Leadership, 9201 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28223. For additional information or informal inquiries,
contact Dr. James E. Lyons, Chair, Faculty Search Committee at (704)687-8869 or ude.ccnu|snoylej#ude.ccnu|snoylej.
Review of application materials will begin November 17, 2007, and continue until position is filled.
UNC Charlotte is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
