Professor of Education

Freed-Hardeman University•Henderson, TN

21h

About The Position

Job Title: Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor of Education Director, Ed.S. in Instructional Leadership & M.Ed. in Instructional Leadership, Admin. and Supervision programs. Department: Department of Education Reports To: Chair of the Department of Education Prepared By: Dean of the College of Education & Behavioral Sciences Approved By: Vice President for Academics Summary: The director provides academic, administrative, and strategic leadership and management for of the Ed.S. and the M.Ed. in Instructional Leadership programs Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Administrative skill and leadership The director works with department chair and other program faculty to develop, articulate, and present a vision for the program that aligns with the University’s strategic plan; translates that vision into strategic goals for the program; and works collegially with the department chair and graduate faculty to ensure collaboration and successful implementation of the strategic goals. The director follows and consistently implements University policies. The director manages and supervises the office and staff necessary to achieve the vision, strategic plan, and annual goals of graduate programs within the college or department. The director is responsible for all fiscal matters for the unit; plans for, advocates for, requests, and disburses operational, travel, and other funds legally, responsibly and consistently within given budget limitations necessary to achieve the vision, strategic plan, and annual goals of the program. The director actively participates in assigned committees and in other required meetings. The director meets established deadlines. Enrollment management The director participates in recruiting activities as scheduled by the Office of Graduate Admissions. Program development and quality improvement The director provides curricular leadership in relation to University goals by recommending to initiate, sustain, deliver, or eliminate programming while considering student needs, workforce trends, and available resources. The director ensures the curriculum for the degree is appropriate, current, and pedagogically sound. The director develops outcomes, objectives, and assessment strategies for the program. The director completes annual program assessment for the program(s). The director completes academic program reviews, as required. Where appropriate, the director ensures successful accreditation or reaccreditation of the program. The director provides coordination in the construction of a timely class schedule for the program. Research, service and support The director actively engages in scholarship as defined by the University’s policies and faculty performance evaluations. Scholarship will be relevant to the director’s academic discipline and/or administrative area of responsibility. The director actively engages in service as defined by the University’s policies and faculty performance evaluations. The director supervises graduate assistants in a manner that advances the strategic direction of the unit and the university. Instruction The director teaches courses within the program as assigned by the department chair with a total load of up to twenty-seven hours, including reassigned time to serve as program director. The director serves as academic advisor for program majors. This job description shall include, but is not necessarily limited to, the above duties. The graduate director may temporarily perform other duties assigned to maintain operations and services. Supervisory Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws for programs. Responsibilities include interviewing adjuncts, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Designs workflows and procedures for the M.Ed. and Ed. S. programs. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Program and Project Management - Develops program plans; Coordinates programs in the M.Ed. and Ed. S. programs; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Student and Faculty Service - Manages difficult or emotional situations; Responds promptly to student and faculty needs; Solicits feedback from students and faculty to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments in a timely fashion. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests. Delegation - Delegates work assignments to faculty; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Accepts feedback from others. Managing People - Includes faculty in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement of programs; Makes self available to faculty and students. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve program goals; Understands programs strengths & weaknesses; Identifies opportunities. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports University’s goals and values; Benefits University through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Requirements Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (Ed.D., Ph.D.) in instructional leadership, education leadership, administration and supervision or a related discipline
At least three years of leadership experience in public and/or private school settings
Appropriate state licensure in School Administration and Supervision
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents and community members
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to calculate descriptive and predictive statistics
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Computer proficiency in the following areas: spreadsheet software, word processing software, presentation software, statistical software and other software that may increase productivity and efficiency
Willingness to learn and use new software related to functional responsibilities
Teacher and administrator licensures in the state of residence, required

Nice To Haves

Candidates must have three to five years experience as a principal.

Responsibilities

Provide academic, administrative, and strategic leadership and management for of the Ed.S. and the M.Ed. in Instructional Leadership programs
Develop, articulate, and present a vision for the program that aligns with the University’s strategic plan
Translate that vision into strategic goals for the program
Ensure collaboration and successful implementation of the strategic goals
Follow and consistently implement University policies
Manage and supervises the office and staff necessary to achieve the vision, strategic plan, and annual goals of graduate programs within the college or department
Responsible for all fiscal matters for the unit
Actively participates in assigned committees and in other required meetings
Meet established deadlines
Participate in recruiting activities as scheduled by the Office of Graduate Admissions
Provide curricular leadership in relation to University goals by recommending to initiate, sustain, deliver, or eliminate programming while considering student needs, workforce trends, and available resources
Ensure the curriculum for the degree is appropriate, current, and pedagogically sound
Develop outcomes, objectives, and assessment strategies for the program
Complete annual program assessment for the program(s)
Complete academic program reviews, as required
Ensure successful accreditation or reaccreditation of the program
Provide coordination in the construction of a timely class schedule for the program
Actively engages in scholarship as defined by the University’s policies and faculty performance evaluations
Actively engages in service as defined by the University’s policies and faculty performance evaluations
Supervise graduate assistants in a manner that advances the strategic direction of the unit and the university
Teach courses within the program as assigned by the department chair with a total load of up to twenty-seven hours, including reassigned time to serve as program director
Serve as academic advisor for program majors
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws for programs