Part-Time Faculty, School of Education

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking a Part‑Time Faculty member for the School of Education. The instructor will teach graduate and doctoral level courses in Educational Leadership and Policy at the Richmond Campus, under the College of Education and Applied Human Sciences.

Applicants should hold an EdD or PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy and demonstrate leadership in K-12 settings, with prior higher education teaching experience and Canvas proficiency.

Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree (EdD or PhD) in Educational Leadership and Policy.
• Leadership experience in K-12 systems.
• Experience teaching higher education courses; proficient with Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate- and doctoral-level courses in Educational Leadership and Policy.
• Contribute to program development and assessment as part-time faculty.

Skills

Leadership experience in K-12

Experience teaching higher education

Canvas

Education

EdD or PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Title: Part‑Time Faculty, School of Education

Position Type: Part‑Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 23R000 - College of Ed & Appl Human Sciences

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Posted Salary Grade: Part Time Exempt - 01

Retirement: None

Contact Person: Rita Land

Job Summary / Basic Functions

The School of Education at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in Educational Leadership and Policy.

Courses may include, but are not limited to:

• EAD 854: Fair Learning Changes
• EAD 879: Systems for Change
• EDL 943: Capacity Building and Organizational Improvement

To be considered to teach graduate- and doctoral-level courses, applicants should hold an earned terminal degree (EdD or PhD) in Educational Leadership and Policy from an accredited institution.

Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: EdD or PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy
• Experience: Must have leadership experience in K-12 schools/districts. Must have experience teaching higher education courses. Must be skilled in the use of Canvas.
• Licensure & Certifications: Terminal degree (EdD or PhD) in Educational Leadership and Policy

Sponsorship: Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions

Applicant documents include:

• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised: 10 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 10 Mar 2027 Eastern Standard Time