Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy
Hofstra University
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Posted: 06-Oct-24
Location: Hempstead, New York
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4618
About Hofstra:
At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra's location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy
School/Division: School of Education
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Description:
The School of Education is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy in the Department of Specialized Programs in Education (SPE) at Hofstra University. The SPE Department welcomes applications in the field of K-12 Educational Leadership and Policy, with a focus on school district and building leadership in diverse learning communities. The candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of and experience with established educational research methodologies and assessment practices. We also seek applicants with experience in the creation, implementation, and teaching of asynchronous online courses. Experience and skills in quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed methods research design, data analysis, and program evaluation in areas that are particularly relevant for educational leaders are desirable.
In addition to the ability to work in a team, a history of involvement in and sensitivity to the needs of underserved and/or underrepresented groups in K-12 educational settings is particularly valued. We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice as reflected in their scholarship, teaching, and service to the field. As a department, we are committed to maintaining and enriching our diversity. We believe in the importance of community and strive to develop a supportive environment that will facilitate personal, professional, and educational growth of faculty and students. As leadership faculty, we seek to prepare transformational and reflective leaders who work collaboratively with others in diverse environments to create learning organizations that support learning of all students.
The responsibilities of the Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy will include, but are not limited to:
Teaching primarily graduate courses in Educational Leadership and Policy at the doctoral, masters, and advanced certificate levels
Developing, implementing, and teaching asynchronous online, hybrid, and in-person courses
Advising doctoral, masters, and advanced certificate students and serving as dissertation chair/committee member for doctoral students
Engaging in or leading research, scholarship, and other scholarly and professional endeavors that advance the mission and values of the School of Education
Engaging in a service agenda that supports the mission and values of the department, school, and university
Working collaboratively to administer, assess, and strengthen the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies programs and to cultivate and strengthen community partnerships
Supporting efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, students, and community members
Qualifications:
An earned doctorate (Ed.D., Ph.D. or equivalent) in Education or closely related field.
Demonstrated record of academic scholarship, research, and other scholarly activities in relevant fields.
Strong knowledge of and experience with methods of research and assessment in education.
Demonstrated record of effective teaching at the K-12 and/or postsecondary level.
Demonstrated experience of effective leadership at the K-12 level.
Demonstrated experience advancing diversity, equity, democracy, and justice in education.
EEO Statement:
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.