Adjunct Faculty - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS): K-12 Leadership Program

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking applications for adjunct teaching positions in the K-12 Leadership program at the University of Houston. The position focuses on teaching graduate courses in hybrid and online formats.

Candidates are expected to have a doctorate in a related field, a successful background in PK-12 administration, and a valid teaching certification. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of adult learning principles are essential.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Successful PK-12 administrative experience.
• Valid teaching certification required.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in the K-12 Leadership program.
• Engage adult students in learning.
• Collaborate with faculty and institutional partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work

Understanding of adult learning theory

Education

Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in K-12 Educational Leadership or related field

Job description

Department: Ed Leadership & Policy Studies Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Educational Leadership and Policy Studies in the College of Education at the University of Houston is seeking applications for adjunct teaching positions to teach graduate courses in the K-12 Leadership program. The K-12 Leadership program offers courses in hybrid and online formats at the UH Main and Katy campuses. Degree programs include the M.Ed. in Administration & Supervision, accelerated principal certification, accelerated superintendent certification, and the Ed.D. in Professional Leadership – K-12 Leadership.

Further information about ELPS and its programs is available at: https://www.uh.edu/education/departments/elps/.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in K-12 Educational Leadership or related field.
• History of successful experience as a PK-12 administrator.
• Competency in assigned course content area(s).
• Valid certification in the area in which they’re teaching (e.g., principal or superintendent).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a clear understanding of adult learning theory (engaging adult students).
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners.

Required Attachments

Please submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, and (3) unofficial transcripts. If selected, additional documents may be requested.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates. All positions at the University of Houston System are security-sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.