Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Leadership

William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science; Azusa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The William & Mary School of Education invites applications for a twelve-month, campus-based clinical position in K-12 Educational Leadership, which will begin in August 2027. We seek an energetic, committed colleague who will contribute to and expand a culture committed to excellence in teaching and learning at the School of Education through innovative teaching, course design, and support of students.

We are seeking an exemplary educational leader and scholarly practitioner to join our

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in educational leadership with an emphasis in K-12 leadership.
• Demonstrated scholarly practitioner: integrates educational theory with executive practice, uses empirical evidence for improvement, and engages in reflective inquiry.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Educational Leadership, supporting the Certificate, M.Ed., and Ed.D. programs, including the International School Leadership concentration.
• Support the EPPL Ed.D. programs by directing dissertations and serving on doctoral committees, and contribute to ongoing program development.
• Support marketing and recruitment for the Ed.D. programs, including the International School Leadership concentration.
• Contribute to School of Education and EPPL governance and outreach, including involvement in professional organizations and partnerships with K-12 and international schools.

Skills

Doctorate in educational leadership

Scholarly practitioner

K-12 leadership experience

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Educational Leadership

Job description

Job Requisition:

JR102169 Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Leadership (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Leadership

Department:

CC00182 WM001 | SOE | Education Operations

Job Family:

Faculty - Non-Tenure Track (12 months)

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular (benefited)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

School of Education

Primary Job Posting Location:

Posting Location - William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

The William & Mary School of Education invites applications for a twelve-month, campus-based clinical position in K-12 Educational Leadership, which will begin in August 2027. We seek an energetic, committed colleague who will contribute to and expand a culture committed to excellence in teaching and learning at the School of Education through innovative teaching, course design, and support of students. We are seeking an exemplary educational leader and scholarly practitioner to join our program.

The successful candidate bridges evidence-based academic research with high-impact, real-world K-12 environments. The ideal candidate will translate theory into executive leadership practice, drive systemic school improvement, cultivate organizational health, and mentor the next generation of K-12 school and district leaders through rigorous instruction and applied research.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in educational leadership with an emphasis in K-12 leadership.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate attributes of a scholarly practitioner, including a track record of integrating educational theory with executive practice, using empirical evidence for continuous improvement, and engaging in systematic reflective inquiry and have relevant teaching experience in K-12 educational leadership programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate:

• Leadership, supervisory, or related experience in a K-12 educational setting (e.g., school/district leadership, principal, assistant/associate principal),
• Experience designing and delivering online/hybrid instruction,
• Experience in the improvement sciences (e.g., action research, program evaluation, and school improvement frameworks),
• Expertise in the pillars of organizational leadership (e.g. vision and strategy, accountability systems, and change management).

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will:

• Teach graduate courses in Educational Leadership, supporting the Certificate, M.Ed., and Ed.D. programs, including the International School Leadership concentration;
• Support the EPPL Ed.D. programs by serving on doctoral committees, directing dissertations, and contributing to ongoing program development;
• Support marketing and recruitment for the Ed.D. programs, including the International School Leadership concentration;
• Contribute to School of Education and EPPL governance and outreach efforts (e.g., involvement in professional organizations at the state, national, and international levels, and support the development of partnerships with K-12 and educational organizations that support both U.S and international schools).

Review of applications will begin November 30, 2026. For full consideration, all materials must be received by the review date. Materials received after the review date will be considered if needed.

Additional information may be requested as part of the review process.

Additional Job Description:

The School of Education includes 58 full-time faculty members and enrolls approximately 900 undergraduate and graduate students in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. The School is organized into three departments: Curriculum and Instruction (C&I), Educational Policy, Planning and Leadership (EPPL), and School Psychology and Counselor Education (SPACE). The School of Education faculty maintains close connections with public schools and professional organizations, as well as pursues active involvement with externally funded grants and contracts.

Job Profile:

JP0686 - Assistant Professor (12 months) NTE - Exempt - Salary - S99

Qualifications:

Compensation Grade:

S99

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-10-19

Position Restrictions:

Continuing E&G funded position and not term-limited

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