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TheDepartment of Educational Leadership in the College of Education at the University of Montana invites applications for a Non-Tenure-track Fulltime Adjunct Professorin International Educational Leadership with service duties supporting the Board of Public Education Internship program (administrative support) and the ISEC Doctoral Cohort. The Department of Educational Leadership serves graduate students at the masters and doctoral level. In addition, the professor will be responsible for paperwork and scheduling related to the Board of Public Education Intern Program.
The Department of Educational Leadership program is comprised of seven unique programs. (1) The Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership is designed to provide students with a Master’s Degree in Education (M.Ed.) while preparing him/her for a Montana Class 3 Administrative License and a K-12 Principal Endorsement. (2) The growth of study abroad and international education programs in the past ten years has driven an increase in the demand for professionals with advanced training in international education leadership, theory, and advocacy all over the world. A master's degree is becoming the required academic level for mid-level and even some entry level positions in the field. The Master’s Degree in International Educational Leadership supports students in these areas. (3) The Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) in Educational Leadership is a post master’s degree designed to prepare individuals for senior leadership positions. (4) The Doctor of Education degree is the terminal research degree in Educational Leadership. This advanced degree program increases the knowledge, expertise, and skill base in Educational Leadership; enhances and refines the research skills and competencies of students; and provides the required terminal degree for those students seeking administrative or teaching positions in higher education or those seeking positions of increased responsibility in K-12 schools. (5) Through the Doctor of Philosophy in International Educational Leadership, the Department of Educational Leadership endeavors to provide the future leadership of governmental, educational, and nonprofit organizations with necessary tools for developing, implementing, and managing internationalization efforts related with Cross-Cultural Exchange and Training, Global Education, and International Education Development. The Ph.D. in International Educational Leadership focuses on education both as an instrument of international development and as a means of promoting cross-cultural understanding. (6) The Principal Leadership Certificate Program is designed for educators who hold a Master’s Degree in an education related field and seek an administrative position in a school district. This allows the student to acquire a Montana Principal License without having a second Master’s Degree. (7) The Superintendent Leadership Certificate Program is designed for students who already hold a Principal license and are seeking an additional endorsement for Superintendent.
The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
Position Details
Faculty: Educational Leadership
Title: Fulltime Non-Tenure Track Adjunct Professor
Position Type: Academic
Schedule: Full time academic year position beginning fall semester 2024 in Missoula, MT
Entry Rate: $61,000
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement Contribution/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching and service.
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in International Educational Leadership or related field from a research institution.
- Strong writing and editing experience.
- Successful experience in higher education.
- Strong background in international studies and linguistic diversity.
Preferred Qualifications
- Successful university level teaching experience.
- Experience and knowledge of distance learning techniques.
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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference - Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References - *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing - Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility - All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
How to Apply
Priority Application Date: Sunday, January 7, 2024 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.
Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.
- Cover letter addressing the qualifications, a brief statement of research and teaching interests, and the interest in this position
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three (3) professional references - Names and contact information
IMPORTANT: Please do not send applications directly to the University of Montana Educational Leadership Department. Applications sent directly to the Educational Leadership Department will not be considered or forwarded to Human Resource Services. Only applications submitted through the UM online applicant system will be considered. No exceptions. For a full position description, list of materials & instructions to apply, visit https://umjobs.silkroad.com/
*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.
**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
Missoula, Montana, United States