Archived Opportunities

Archived Opportunities:


Added July 26, 2019 Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine (KPSOM) is hiring for the following two positions below:  
Added July 26, 2019 Academic Advisor and Fieldwork Coordinator Master’s Program Office USC Rossier School of Education https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/academic-advisor-and-fieldwork-coordinator/1209/11956616   
  Added September 29, 2018 Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Educational Leadership Department of Educational Leadership and Higher Education College of Community Innovation and Education University of Central Florida Assistant or Associate Professor of Educational Leadership (University of Central Florida, Spring 2019)
Added January 16, 2019 Dear Colleagues, Annenberg Advisement and Academic Services is looking for a passionate, detail-oriented team player to join the team as a Student Programs Adviser II (“Academic Advisor”). The person selected for this position will serve as a lead of the department’s programming efforts and will advise students pursuing Annenberg majors and minors. This is an exempt position. Click the following link to apply- https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/academic-advisor/1209/1049153 Our other opening is for a fixed-term student services advisor I (“Academic Advisor”)- https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/academic-advisor/1209/10275603   Added September 29, 2018 Dear Colleagues: The USC School of Pharmacy is seeking a Program Administrator to join its PharmD Academic Affairs team. The individual selected for this position will directly manage the critical academic functions of the PharmD program including: academic planning/course scheduling, academic support/exam coordination, management of educational technologies, curriculum proposals/revisions, accreditation coordination, assessment coordination, participation in committees, and other curricular-related duties as assigned. For more information, please visit: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/program-administrator-pharmd-curriculum/1209/9436000
Added August 29, 2018 Preventive Medicine, Program in Health Behavior Research at USC is looking for graduate students to serve as TA’s for undergraduate courses! If interested, please reach out to rsoeedd@rossier.usc.edu.
Added August 29, 2018

George Mason University

Director of Higher Education Program   The George Mason University Higher Education Program (HEP) invites applications for the position of Director, Higher Education Program. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenured faculty appointment with some summer responsibilities. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About HEP and George Mason University:

The Higher Education Program (HEP), located within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS), prepares students for positions of leadership in teaching, research, and administration at two-year and four-year colleges and universities around the world as well as for positions in associations, government agencies, and industries whose activities relate to or impact higher education. The interdisciplinary, graduate-level curriculum focuses on leadership, the scholarship of teaching and learning, student affairs, administration, technology, and assessment. George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial, Research I institution with national distinction in academics and research. Recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education, Mason is the largest and most diverse research university in Virginia offering more than 200 degree programs with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries. Mason’s diversity offers a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to collaborate and create.

Responsibilities:

HEP is seeking a collaborative, dedicated, student-centered colleague with a strong higher education research agenda who will take full responsibility for program operations, including curriculum, faculty, and student success. The Director will:
  • Manage the MA in higher education and student development, the higher education specialization for the Ph.D. in Education, and graduate certificates;
  • Actively engage in a high profile higher education research agenda;
  • Provide leadership and advocacy for the program and its faculty;
  • Teach and advise graduate students; and
  • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.

Required Qualifications:

  • Terminal degree with academic qualifications and experience in areas directly related to higher education (e.g., educational leadership and policy, student affairs, adult education, sociology) or a closely related field in the arts, humanities, and social sciences;
  • Experience in graduate-program administration, and graduate-level teaching and advising.
  • Eligible for appointment with tenure in Research I university doctoral program; and
  • Demonstrated commitment to higher education scholarship, leadership, and advocacy.
For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F9595z at https://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/43479 by completing and submitting the online application. In addition, candidates must upload the following via the online application portal:
  • Letter indicating applicant’s interest and experience in higher education programs and qualities they would bring to ensure success in the role;
  • Teaching philosophy statement (3 pp max);
  • Research statement (3 pp max);
  • Curriculum vitae; and
  • Four professional references with contact information.
For questions, contact Dr. Angela Hattery, Search Committee Chair, at ahattery@gmu.edu or (703) 993- 2897. Visit highered.gmu.edu for more information on the Higher Education Program. Review of applications will begin on September 21, 2018, and continue until the position is filled. George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Added August 29, 2018 The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), is seeking an Assistant Director to develop and coordinate a national institutional change network focused on developing inclusive and diverse STEM faculty as part of APLU’s INCLUDES Project. Successful candidates will thrive in a new project setting and have experience working in STEM diversity and inclusion at the post-secondary level. This full-time position is funded through 2022 and will be based in Washington, DC. For more information, consult http://www.aplu.org/members/jobs-at-aplu-and-member-institutions/employment-opportunities/assistant-director-5. APLU’s INCLUDES Project aims to increase the learning, persistence, and completion of students from underrepresented groups (URG) in STEM throughout postsecondary education, and thereby increase their contributions to the U.S. STEM enterprise. Broadening participation in the STEM workforce will bring diverse perspectives, improving our nation’s ability to solve complex social challenges, and expanding our technological and innovation-based economy. The initiative’s overarching strategy is to improve professional development and hiring practices of STEM faculty across three interacting change strategies at institutional, regional, and national levels.  Please direct questions to Dr. Travis York (tyork@aplu.org).
Added August 29, 2018 School of Education Assistant or Associate Professor of Learning Analytics The School of Education at the University of California, Irvine invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor in the area of Learning Analytics. Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by September 15, 2018, but screening will continue until the position is filled. We seek applicants with expertise on the development and use of data analytics to inform teaching and learning. We welcome candidates from a wide range of fields including learning analytics, educational data mining, data science, computational social sciences, human-centered computing, computer science, information sciences, learning sciences, educational technology and any related fields. Proficiency or interest in a range of methods, including (but not limited to) data mining, machine learning, natural language processing, cognitive modeling, social network analysis, and Bayesian statistics, is welcome. Ideal candidates will demonstrate past experiences in applying these methods to contribute a deeper understanding of teaching, learning, and development across the diverse environments that learners experience today, and will experience in the future. The selected candidate will be expected to contribute to our graduate and undergraduate programs, and particularly to our Ph.D. in Education program, which offers specializations in Teaching, Learning, and Educational Improvement; Human Development in Context; and Educational Policy and Social Context. The candidate will be expected to develop and teach new courses in learning analytics, educational data sciences, and/or educational data mining. The candidate will also be expected to participate in and contribute to the Connected Learning Lab, an interdisciplinary inter-departmental lab with faculty in the School of Education, Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences, School of Social Sciences, School of Social Ecology, and School of Humanities that researches, designs, & mobilizes learning technologies in equitable, innovative, and learner-centered ways. Qualifications: Candidates must possess a Ph.D. (or equivalent). Associate Professor candidates must show their demonstrated excellence in research, teaching, and service. Assistant Professor candidates should communicate their emerging potential and trajectories for excellence in research, teaching, and service. Applications should be submitted online at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF04883. Applications must include: ● a cover letter explaining research interests; ● curriculum vitae; ● a separate teaching statement; ● a separate statement that addresses past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion; ● 2-3 relevant publications/papers; ● names and contact information for three referees; letters of recommendation will be requested at a later date from referees of semi-finalists for the position, however applicants at the assistant professor level are encouraged to have three letters of recommendation submitted through the online system, at the time of their application. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Search Committee Chair June Ahn (june.ahn@uci.edu) or Director of Personnel Tammy Ho (tammy.ho@uci.edu). For more information on the UCI School of Education, see www.education.uci.edu. For information on the Connected Learning Lab, see https://connectedlearning.uci.edu/. The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. A recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Award for gender equity, UCI is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, supports work-life balance through an array of family-friendly policies, and is dedicated to broadening participation in higher education.
Added August 28, 2018 Annenberg Advisement and Academic Services is looking for a Student Programs Adviser II to join the undergraduate advising team. The person selected for this position will serve as a lead of the department’s programming efforts (orientation, student clubs, etc.) and will advise students pursuing Annenberg majors and minors. Click the following link to apply- https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/student-programs-advisor/1209/9090100 Best, -JaBari — JaBari Brown | Associate Director | Advisement and Academic Services | e: jabari.brown@usc.edu | ASC 140 | office: (213)- 740-0900 | w: Annenberg.usc.edu/undergraduate | Blog: http://uscannenbergadvising.wordpress.com/
Added August 28, 2018 USC’s Office of Undergraduate Programs – Academic Counseling Services is seeking a Lead Academic Advisor   USC’s Office of Undergraduate Programs – Academic Counseling Services is seeking a Student Services Advisor II (internal title: Lead Academic Advisor) to join its team.  In their advising role, the Lead Academic Advisor works collaboratively with students to help foster intellectual and personal development, provide quality holistic advising for Exploratory/Undecided, Undeclared and Students-in-Transition in an effort to find academic homes.  They guide students with strategies that contribute to academic success, wellness, timely progress towards graduation, and empower students to make informed decisions.  Additionally, the Lead Academic Advisor serves as an additional layer of support to students in the Undergraduate Success Program. Please direct questions to Donna Garcia, dlgarcia@usc.edu. For more information, or to apply, please visit: Lead Academic Advisor – Position Link The deadline to apply is Friday, August 24, 2018. Donna Garcia | Director of Academic Affairs Office of Academic and Faculty Affairs| Office of the Provost 213-740-9584 | dlgarcia@provost.usc.edu
Added August 22, 2018 Dear Students, Please see the announcement below regarding 2 federal work study positions available at the Office of Religious Life. Emails and calls are welcome: vanessagb@usc.edu, 213-740-1366. Our staff will also be at this week’s job fair at VKC (Friday, 8/17, 1 – 3), if you would like to submit your resume in person. Perks of the position: – $$$ – professional development – free donuts nearly every Friday – free meals from the Good Karma Cafe, T – TH – working at the intersections of religious, spiritual, cultural and ethnic identities to engage your leadership skills towards community building I look forward to hearing from you. Fight on! Vanessa Gomez Brake Associate Dean of Religious Life Front Desk & Event Assistant, Office of Religious Life, University of Southern California   The Office of Religious Life (ORL), located at the University Religious Center, is seeking student workers for the role of front desk & event assistant. Student employees will play a supporting role in the ORL’s daily operations and programs. Success in this position will require a high level of flexibility, the ability to function within a team setting, as well as strong communication and customer service skills. This position is available during the fall and spring semesters, and possibly summer. Student workers will be scheduled 10 hours a week, with the possibility of more hours to accommodate special program needs.   Position Type USC Student Employment (must be eligible for Federal Work Study) On Campus – USC University Park Location, 834 W. 34th Street, Suite 106 Qualifications Required:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Outlook.
  • Proficiency in social media platforms including Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a customer service oriented environment
  • Must be a self-starter and able to quickly adjust priorities
  • Ability to interact in a professional and helpful manner with a wide constituency of
campus visitors.
  • Excellent oral communications skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Desirable:
  • Experience working in a public environment.
  • Familiarity with the USC University Park campus.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
  • CPR/First Aid certification
Job Description Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Answer phones, transfer calls, and take messages
  • Greet walk-in visitors and answer questions
  • Manage reservations: URC Room Reservation, University Club meetings, Parking and
Classroom reservations
  • Perform office related duties as assigned, such as making copies, ordering office supplies,
catering, and organization of office and storage spaces.
  • Buffer management for social media posts
  • Word Press management/editing for ORL website updates
  • USC Calendar
  • Set Up, staffing and break down of ORL programs and events
  • Running errands across campus
For consideration, please e-mail resume, and schedule of availability to: orl@usc.edu, tconley@usc.edu, vanessgb@usc.edu Interviews will be conducted the first and second week of the 2018 fall semester.
Added August 9, 2018 Department of Gender & Sexuality Studies Work Study Positions The USC Department of Gender & Sexuality Studies (GSS) has two work study positions open for the 2018 – 2019 academic year. These positions will primarily support departmental needs in the following areas: PR/outreach, social media content, assisting with a variety of communications, event staffing and general office tasks as needed. This is a paid, hourly position approximately 15 hours a week. GSS work study students will typically perform duties such as:
  • posting, scheduling, and updating content for our website, weekly digest, and social media;
  • assisting with PR and publicity activities such as outreach, media tracking, and short newsletter writing assignments;
  • creating content for communications projects as needed;
  • assisting with event staffing needs;
  • general office support tasks such as answering phones, greeting guests, assisting Gender and Sexuality Studies faculty and staff as needed
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Preferred:
  • Must have strong communication and writing skills as well as experience with various digital and social media platforms (in a professional or school organization setting).
  • Candidates should have interpersonal skills necessary to interact and work successfully as a team with staff, faculty, students, and community members. Excellent attention to detail is important, and s/he should be organized, reliable and punctual.
  • Undergraduate or graduate students studying Communications, English, Journalism,
  • Marketing, Media Relations, or Public Relations preferred. A major/minor or a demonstrable background in gender, sexuality, social justice, or feminism a strong plus.
  • Demonstrated experience with various computer programs including: Excel, Word, website content management, and social media platforms. Must be willing to learn new programs as needed.
  • Prefer experience working in the University system.
  • Candidates should be aware that the Gender and Sexuality Studies department and its activities are rooted in feminism. Candidates should be willing to work in a feminist environment.
  • Candidates should also be willing and able to handle sensitive subject matters in accordance with University policy.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to gender@usc.edu, subject line, “Work Study Application”. Please include a one-page writing sample, or links to your online work (such as a blog post, tweets, and/or Facebook posts). Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. Ideal start date is Aug. 20. No phone calls please.
Added August 7, 2018

OCL Faculty Search Announcement (multiple positions)

The descriptions and links for each position are also provided below: Organizational Change (Open rank, 2-3 openings) We seek candidates with demonstrated expertise in organizational change and leadership with a particular emphasis on experience in promoting equity, improving opportunity, and promoting access for historically underrepresented groups. Successful candidates will have a combination of academic and professional experience in organizational change and leadership, as well as knowledge of the field of education. Apply here: http://bit.ly/OCLOrgChange Research Methodology – Mixed Methods (Open rank, 1 opening) The successful candidate will have experience designing and conducting mixed methodological research in the social sciences. We seek individuals who have a broad and critical understanding of inquiry methodologies appropriate for interdisciplinary contexts. We particularly seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in diverse urban communities, particularly those that have been historically marginalized. Apply here: http://bit.ly/OCLResearchMethodology Foundational Core (Open rank, 1 opening) We seek a candidate with expertise to teach in our first-year foundational core. Successful candidates should have expertise in at least two of the following core areas: creativity, diversity, accountability, and/or learning and motivation. Professional, teaching, and/or research experience that focuses on issues of equity, access, and inclusion is highly desirable. Experience supporting students’ critical analysis of research and writing skills is desirable. Apply here: http://bit.ly/OCLFoundations This information is also available on the Rossier Faculty Opportunities page: https://rossier.usc.edu/faculty-and-research/open-faculty-positions. The link to apply will also be posted on this page. Please share with anyone who might be interested. If you have any questions in regard to the positions or the search process, please contact Michael Chung at michaebc@rossier.usc.edu.
Added August 7, 2018

Adjunct Faculty – School of Education at Pacific Oaks Education Corporation (Pasadena, CA)

Please click here for more information.
Added August 7, 2018 Camino Nuevo Charter Academy is currently looking for an Assistant Principal of Math for Dalzell Lance High School in the upcoming school year. Assistant Principal of Instruction must believe deeply in the mission of CNCA, have a vision for how he/she will lead the school to reach the academic goals outlined in the site dashboard and must embrace the responsibility of ensuring that students from our low-income, primarily immigrant, linguistically diverse community can succeed. The Assistant Principal of Instruction will assist the site principal with Instruction and professional development for teachers. He/she will use leadership, coaching, and administrative skills to promote the growth of a professional learning community (PLC) that fosters teacher leadership and increased academic achievement. The Assistant Principal of Instruction is responsible for teacher coaching, data-driven progress monitoring, intervention case management and instructional materials management. Please click here for more information.
Added April 24, 2018 Due to two retirements, our school is in need of both an awesome math teacher and an education specialist (mild to moderate) teacher to join our team here at Plaza Vista in IUSD. We are a year-round K-8 and the math position has posted here and the education specialist position is posted here. If you could please forward this along I’d really appreciate it.  Any candidates are welcome to also contact me with questions about the position.  That said, anyone even remotely interested needs to apply as we cannot interview anyone that doesn’t apply. Thanks in advance for your help! James Parker, Principal Plaza Vista School 670 Paseo Westpark Irvine, CA 92606 (949) 936-6950 Fax: (949) 936-9659
Added April 16, 2018 THE WRITING PROGRAM Cory Elizabeth Nelson, Ph.D. Director | The Writing Center University of Southern California 950 W. Jefferson Blvd., JEF 150, Los Angeles, California 90089-1293 • Tel: 213 740 1980 • Fax: 213 740 4100 DATE: April 16, 2018 TO: Directors of Graduate Studies and Department Staff Advisors FROM: Cory Elizabeth Nelson, Director of The Writing Center SUBJECT: Writing Center Consultant Positions for USC Graduate Students The Writing Center • The Writing Center offers services to all USC students in the form of one-to-one consultations and small-group workshops. Our goal is to contribute to the development of better writers, not just better products, and to assist with the skills and processes of critical thinking, drafting, and revising that lead to clearly expressed positions, coherent arguments, and persuasive reasoning. The Consultant Position • Qualified graduate students in all disciplines are encouraged to serve as Writing Center consultants for the 2018-2019 academic year. Students not employed elsewhere on campus may work 10-20 hours per week as a consultant. Those who hold Teaching or Research Assistantships requiring 15-20 hours per week (i.e. 50% appointments) and students holding fellowships may be engaged up to 5 hours per week. Students who hold Teaching or Research Assistantships or a fellowship must seek permission from their department and the Graduate School. Any questions about the eligibility of certain students can be directed to Cory Elizabeth Nelson (corynels@usc.edu). Because of visa restrictions, international students with Teaching/Research Assistantships or fellowships are not allowed to serve more than 20 hours weekly. Professional Benefits to Graduate Students • Meaningful teaching or tutoring experience is a valuable part of graduate students’ professional development, for it cultivates a range of important abilities that help to prepare students for their careers. Duties, Qualifications, and Compensation • Primary duties include participating in a paid orientation on August 15, 2018; tutoring on a one-to-one basis; and teaching workshops on grammar, style, and other writing skills. • Consultants should have experience in one or more of the following: teaching, tutoring, or grading. • Consultants should demonstrate proficiency in academic writing, professional demeanor, and interpersonal skills. • Compensation for consultants is $21.00 per hour. Application Process • This memo may either be forwarded to promising graduate students, or their names can be emailed to the Writing Center at writing@usc.edu. • Applicants should send the following materials to the Writing Center at writing@usc.edu: a short letter addressing their interest in the teaching and tutoring of writing, a copy of their curriculum vitae, and a 5-10 page sample of their academic writing. • Once the Writing Center reviews materials, selected applicants will be invited for an in-person interview. Before making any offer of employment, the Writing Center will contact the applicant’s DGS (Director of Graduate Studies) for a reference.

Added March 21, 2018 The Division of Student Affairs at the University of Virginia is recruiting for several positions this spring, particularly Assistant Deans and Program Coordinators, and we are hoping that you would be willing to share these openings with your networks. The Assistant Dean positions are best for mid-career professionals and the PCs are more appropriate for early-career applicants. Information about the openings and how to apply is available here: https://vpsa.virginia.edu/jobs. Though a higher education background is preferred, it is not required, and we are open to varied skills and experience that can be applied in the higher education setting.

    Added February 13, 2018 The Institute for Higher Education Policy currently has internship opportunities available for the summer semester.   Both masters and doctoral level students are welcomed to apply.   Position description below: IHEP Summer Graduate Research Internship The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) is actively seeking a summer graduate research intern for our Washington, D.C. office.  IHEP Research Interns are members of the organization’s research team.  In this role, interns are likely to perform literature reviews, summarize information from postsecondary-themed events and/or new research studies, and support the development of research and policy reports. Qualified candidates should be pursuing a master’s degree or Ph.D. in an education- or policy-related field and have strong quantitative and qualitative skills. Research experience in higher education is a plus. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. We will review applications on a rolling basis but guarantee a full review to individuals who submit no later than the priority deadline, March 5, 2018. To apply click here. For more information about the internship, please visit: http://www.ihep.org/sites/default/files/uploads/summer_2018_research_intern_position_description.pdf. Katherine Wheatle | Research Analyst | Institute for Higher Education Policy | 1825 K Street NW, Suite 720 | Washington, DC 20006 | 202 587 4966 (o) | 202 861 9307 (f) | kwheatle@ihep.org To learn how equity-minded strategies can promote degree completion, read our newest report: The Potential of Degree Reclamation: A Path to Redefining the Nation’s Unrecognized Students and Degrees  

Added January 31, 2018 Thank you to an alumna who shared these upcoming openings for superintendent positions in Oregon. NW jobs


November 10, 2017 The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) is seeking a Senior Research Analyst for its Applied Research Team. The Senior Research Analyst conducts research and designs learning experiences that further the practical application of promising practices that drive postsecondary attainment, particularly for underserved student populations. This position will also focus heavily on postsecondary opportunities for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals. See the position description and application information in the link below. IHEP ART Senior Analyst description
Added October 9, 2017 CSUF is hiring a Director of Upward Bound to launch a new Upward Bound program. Aimed at fostering the next generation of college graduates, CSUF Upward Bound partners with Fullerton Union High School and Savanna High School in Anaheim and the community to provide students and their families with exceptional resources to progress onto college. The project services are designed to increase the number of students progressing onto higher education and who are successful in the baccalaureate and beyond. The Project Director creates tailored academic advisement, academic support, and college access programming for students to ensure that they are provided with the highest quality opportunities to be successful in college. The project serves about 62 students and their parents. Deadline to Apply: October 20th For more information visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/csufasc/jobs/1792836/project-director-upward-bound?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Added September 27, 2017 IHEP Spring Graduate Research Internship The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) is actively seeking a spring graduate research intern for our Washington, D.C. office.  IHEP Research Interns are members of the organization’s research team.  In this role, interns are likely to perform literature reviews, summarize information from postsecondary-themed events and/or new research studies, and support the development of research and policy reports. Qualified candidates should be pursuing a master’s degree or Ph.D. in an education- or policy-related field and have strong quantitative and qualitative skills. Research experience in higher education is a plus. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. We will review applications on a rolling basis but guarantee a full review to individuals who submit no later than the priority deadline, October 27. To apply, please visit http://www.ihep.org/about-ihep/working-ihep/career-opportunities. Katherine Wheatle | Research Analyst | Institute for Higher Education Policy | 1825 K Street NW, Suite 720 | Washington, DC 20006 | 202 587 4966 (o) | 202 861 9307 (f) | kwheatle@ihep.org To learn how equity-minded strategies can promote degree completion, read our newest report: The Potential of Degree Reclamation: A Path to Redefining the Nation’s Unrecognized Students and Degrees

Added September 21, 2017 Loyola Marymount University Tenure-track Positions in Teacher Preparation and Policy/Quantitative Research
Description
The Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles) School of Education is conducting a cluster hire seeking three tenure-track faculty who understand diversity and the experiences of people of color and low socio-economic status. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks a Tenure-Track Faculty with in-depth knowledge of Teacher Preparation.  The candidate will serve as an Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Specific areas of competency/knowledge should include: PK-12 urban and inclusive teacher education in public, non-public, and charter schools; cultural diversity; special education and inclusion; PK-12 content area(s): STEM, Social Studies, Inclusion, Curriculum/Instruction, ELD, or Educational Assessment.  A record of research, publications, and external funding is required. The Faculty will also teach courses and support all facets of learning environment consistent with the University and School mission.  The Faculty will encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility, ethics, respect, life-long learning, and personal and professional development.Additionally, the Department of Specialized Programs in Urban Education and the Department of Educational Leadership are seeking two Tenure-Track Faculty with in-depth knowledge of educational policy and quantitative research methodology.  The candidates will serve as an Assistant Professor in either the Department of Specialized Programs in Urban Education or the Department of Educational Leadership. The Assistant Professor should be able to guide students in conducting independent quantitative research.  Candidates should have an established record of research and publication as well as a history of successful acquisition of external funding.  The candidate will be able to prepare teachers and leaders to effectively work in education settings that include cultural diversity, students with disabilities, English learners, or gifted and talented.  The Faculty will also teach courses and support all facets of learning environment consistent with the University and School mission.  The Faculty will encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility, ethics, respect, life-long learning, and personal and professional development.
Requirements
For information regarding key job elements, please go to https://jobs.lmu.edu/Qualifications for the Teacher Preparation position include an earned doctorate in Education, Elementary/Secondary/Special Education, or related field.  A minimum of 3 years PK-12 teaching experience is desired.  For the Policy/Quantitative positions, qualifications include an earned doctorate in Education Policy, Quantitative Methods, Research Methods, or a related field.  Applicants should have at least three years of teaching experience, including evidence of successful teaching at the graduate level, guiding students in individual research.  Successful acquisition of external funding, and successful teaching or leadership experience in an urban school that is socio-economically and culturally diverse is preferred. Preferred candidates should evidence the ability to teach and support all candidates at the graduate level, including familiarity with a variety of teaching modalities and online instruction.  Applicants should have a professional interest that aligns with the University and School of Education mission of offering multicultural and social justice education.