Clinical Faculty Educational Leadership

University of Idaho Job•Boise, ID

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Leadership and Counseling at the University of Idaho is seeking a non-tenure track Clinical Faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor to join our Educational Leadership team. This 9-month position is designed for a dynamic educator and practitioner committed to preparing future K-12 administrators, including principals, superintendents, and directors of special education. Key responsibilities include: Delivering high-quality instruction and mentorship Engaging in community outreach and service activities Contributing to program, department, and college-level committees and events We are seeking a candidate who can contribute significantly to our mission to develop effective educational leaders for Idaho’s schools and beyond. The role emphasizes teaching excellence with no research responsibilities. This position has a flexible work location; the candidate has the option of working out of our Boise, Coeur d’Alene, or Moscow campuses.

Requirements

Ed.S. or Equivalent
Experience teaching courses or facilitating professional development workshops aligned to preparation standards and state certification requirements for principal, superintendent, and special education director positions.

Nice To Haves

Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or closely related field.
Minimum of three years of successful, contracted K-12 administrative experience as a principal, assistant principal, central office administrator, superintendent/assistant superintendent, or special education director/assistant director.
Recent leadership experience in building- or district-level roles, including mentoring or supervision of principals, special education programs, finance, HR, facilities, or school improvement.
Demonstrated experience teaching online graduate-level educational leadership courses, including course design, assessment, and supervision of field-based learning.
Demonstrated success partnering with districts, state agencies, or cooperatives on leadership pipelines, accreditation, or improvement initiatives.
Expertise in one or more high-need domains: instructional leadership and MTSS ; special education law and compliance; school law and policy; data-informed improvement; budgeting and resource allocation; community engagement and board relations; facilities and operations.
Evidence of improving student outcomes, school/district systems, or special education compliance and services through prior leadership roles.