Assistant Professor of Education and Education Department Chair

Lane College; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane College seeks an Assistant Professor of Education and Education Department Chair to provide academic leadership for the Education Department and Educator Preparation Program. The role combines departmental leadership with undergraduate teaching and student mentorship to align with state and national standards.

You will lead curriculum development, oversee accreditation activities, and guide program assessment while teaching and advising aspiring educators in a supportive, diverse campus

Qualifications

• PhD in Education or related field, or a master's with substantial professional experience.
• Teaching experience in P–12 or higher education settings.
• Knowledge of Tennessee Department of Education standards and accreditation processes.
• Experience in program design, curriculum development, and educational leadership.
• Experience using and integrating technology in and beyond the classroom.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse collegiate community.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate education courses with emphasis on pedagogy and field supervision.
• Advise and mentor education students to support progress and professional preparation.
• Lead departmental strategic planning and curriculum development.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and coordinate reporting.
• Develop partnerships with school districts and community stakeholders.
• Engage in scholarly activities and represent Lane College at conferences.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Collaboration

Assessment-informed curriculum

Technology integration

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Doctorate in Education or related field

Master's degree with substantial professional experience

Job description

Assistant Professor of Educationand Education Department ChairLane College | Full-timePosition SummaryThe Assistant Professor of Education and Education Department Chair provides academic leadership for Lane College’s Education Department and Educator Preparation Program. This dual-role position combines departmental leadership with undergraduate teaching and student mentorship to prepare effective, culturally responsive educators. The position guides program development, implementation, and continuous improvement in alignment with evolving state and national standards.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative and Academic LeadershipLead departmental strategic planning to align education programs with current educational practices and student needs.Direct curriculum development and program evaluation to strengthen the quality, effectiveness, and relevance of teacher education programs.Accreditation, Compliance, and AssessmentEnsure compliance with Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) standards and regulations for Educator Preparation Providers.Serve as the primary liaison for accreditation processes, required reporting, and site visits.Monitor and document assessment outcomes and use findings to guide continuous program improvement.Teaching, Advising, and Student SuccessTeach undergraduate education courses, with emphasis on pedagogy, curriculum, or field experience supervision.Advise and mentor education students to support academic progress and professional preparation.Support student recruitment and retention within the education program.Facilitate strong outcomes for successful Praxis preparation and pass rates, field partnerships and placements, graduate school preparation, and/or job placements in Tennessee school districts and beyond.Faculty and Department OperationsOversee departmental operations, including faculty collaboration and budget planning.Participate actively in faculty development and institutional service.Partnerships, Grants, and Professional EngagementDevelop and maintain partnerships with P–12 school districts and community stakeholders.Identify and pursue grants and other funding opportunities that support departmental initiatives, specifically focused on charter school development or lab school programs.Partner with educational workforce agencies, local/regional community colleges, and direct pathway partners to increase enrollment growth, education pathway opportunities, and job placement pipelines.Engage in scholarly activities and represent Lane College at regional and national education conferences and professional gatherings.Required QualificationsA doctorate in Education or a closely related field, or a master’s degree with substantial relevant professional experience.Demonstrated teaching experience in P–12 or higher education settings.Knowledge of TDOE standards and accreditation processes.Experience in program design, curriculum development, and educational leadership.Successful experience using and integrating technology in and beyond the classroom.Demonstrated experience or ability to work effectively with a broad range of individuals and constituents in a diverse collegiate community.Preferred QualificationsDoctorate in Education or a closely related field.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate departmental priorities and responsibilities.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to collaborate with faculty, students, school partners, and community stakeholders.Ability to apply assessment findings to curriculum development and program improvement.Position ExpectationsFulfill the teaching and leadership responsibilities of this full-time appointment while contributing to scholarship, institutional service, and professional development. Support culturally responsive educator preparation, student success, and continuous improvement of the Education Department and its programs.