Director of Teacher Prep Programs & Clinical Faculty

Loyola Marymount University; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

LMU's School of Education seeks a clinical non-tenure track director to lead educator preparation programs and partnerships with K-12 schools, districts, and state agencies. The role emphasizes program design, accreditation, and continuous improvement in a diverse, inclusive context.

The position requires a doctorate, extensive experience in educator preparation, and strong leadership skills to advance LMU's mission of social justice and equity-centered education.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, or closely related fields.
• Minimum of five years of experience in educator preparation with increasing responsibilities, including leadership roles.
• California teaching credential and several years of teaching in K-12 settings, with multilingual and diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and administration for teacher preparation programs and pathways.
• Lead curriculum development, program design, and course sequencing for coherence and compliance.
• Identify innovative educator preparation models and new program opportunities.
• Supervise adjunct faculty and staff, including hiring and professional development.
• Coordinate and facilitate mentor teacher and clinical supervisor development.
• Develop and manage the operations budget and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Lead accreditation and program reporting alongside credentialing bodies.

Skills

Leadership in educator preparation

Data-driven decision making

Partnership development

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Online and hybrid instruction

Education

Doctorate in Education

Job description

LMU's School of Education seeks a clinical non-tenure track director to lead educator preparation programs and partnerships with K-12 schools, districts, and state agencies. The role emphasizes program design, accreditation, and continuous improvement in a diverse, inclusive context.

The position requires a doctorate, extensive experience in educator preparation, and strong leadership skills to advance LMU's mission of social justice and equity-centered education.