Adjunct Faculty - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) Principal Field Supervisor

University of Houston System; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking temporary adjunct faculty for Field Supervisor roles in the Principal Certification program. This non-tenure track position offers a unique opportunity to guide and support future educational leaders through structured supervision and formal observations. Candidates will leverage their extensive experience as school leaders to mentor those enrolled in practicum courses, ensuring high standards of educational leadership are upheld. Join a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of education in Texas and make a significant impact in the lives of aspiring principals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in school leadership or related field required.
• TEA certification as a Principal in Texas is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and structured guidance for candidates.
• Conduct formal observations for practicum courses.

Skills

TEA certification as a Principal

Field Supervisor Observation Training

Experience as assistant/associate principal

Education

Master’s degree in school leadership

Job description

Department:Ed Leadership & Policy StudiesSalary:Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) in the College of Education at the University of Houston invites applications for temporary adjunct faculty positions as a Field Supervisor for the Principal Certification program. Field Supervisors provide supervision, including structured guidance, ongoing support, and formal observations for candidates enrolled in practicum courses.

As a non-tenure track (NTT) position, the appointee will accrue no time toward tenure at the University of Houston. Please reference and review the University of Houston’s NTT Faculty Policy, available at this link: https://www.uh.edu/provost/faculty/faculty-policies/non-tenure-track/

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

Qualifications:
• A master’s degree in school leadership, or a related field.
• Current, valid TEA certification as a Principal in Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an assistant/associate principal or principal in a Texas public, public charter, or accredited private school.
• TEA-approved Field Supervisor Observation Training for Advanced Candidates

Required Attachments:

Please submit a cover letter, copy of your certificate, current resume or curriculum vitae, and 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.