Visiting Professor, Educational Leadership – Practice‑Focused MAEd

Austin Peay State University; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Peay State University invites applications for a one-year visiting Assistant Professor in the Educational Specialties department, primarily in the MAEd Educational Leadership Studies program, beginning July 30, 2027. This practitioner-focused program is designed to prepare aspiring school leaders for principal licensure in Tennessee.

Coursework is grounded in applied leadership contexts and aligned to the Tennessee Instructional Leadership Standards (TILS).

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (EdD or Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership or closely related field; ABD with degree conferral by July 30, 2027 considered.
• P-12 school or district leadership experience (e.g., principal, assistant principal, district administrator, instructional coach)
• Familiarity with Tennessee educator licensure requirements and principal preparation standards
• Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners in applied or field-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Graduate-level teaching in educational leadership, primarily in the MAEd program
• Academic advising and student support
• Service to the department, College, and University
• Collaborate with colleagues to support program mission and continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Educational leadership

Adult learning

Online course design

Online teaching

Student advising

Collaboration

Education

EdD or Ph.D. in Educational Leadership

Job description

Austin Peay State University invites applications for a one-year visiting Assistant Professor in the Educational Specialties department, primarily in the MAEd Educational Leadership Studies program, beginning July 30, 2027. This practitioner-focused program is designed to prepare aspiring school leaders for principal licensure in Tennessee.

Coursework is grounded in applied leadership contexts and aligned to the Tennessee Instructional Leadership Standards (TILS).