Faculty Position: Assistant Professor Tenure Track, Leadership Department, Kalmanovitz School of Education, Saint Mary's College of California

Saint Mary's College of California

Assistant Professor Tenure Track, Leadership Department, Kalmanovitz School of Education

Background:

The Kalmanovitz School of Education seeks a full time, tenure track, assistant professor in the Leadership Department to teach in the Administrative Credential/Master of Arts in Educational Administration (MAEA) and the Master of Arts in Teaching Leadership (MATL) programs. The Administrative Credential and Master of Arts in Education Administration programs prepare future school leaders to meet the enormous challenges of leading schools in the 21st century. Students who earn an Administrative Credential are eligible to receive a certificate, authorizing them to work as school administrators in California. After completing their Administrative Credential, graduates may go on to earn a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration.

The Master of Arts in Teaching Leadership focuses on developing leaders from a peer perspective. Teachers, who do not aspire to be administrators, learn proven research-based techniques to collaborate with peers from within their school or district to create positive change and promote student success.

Building on the College’s mission, the KSOE educational leadership programs offer student-centered learning communities that inspire excellence and innovation in leadership. Through the practice of shared inquiry, active and collaborative learning, and community engagement, the programs empower students to lead change according to the principles of social justice and the common good. The programs strive to serve as an academic resource center and active learning environment specializing in environmental literacy, Lasallian education, and urban education, known for partnerships with schools and other organizations, emphasizing action research.

Responsibilities:

• Teach in the MATL and MAEA programs, primarily action research courses such as Introduction to Action Research, Research Framework and Design, and Data Collection and Analysis.
• Work collegially and actively with other Leadership Department faculty and staff on program/curriculum development and program assessment including meeting the State of California CTC standards.
• Participate in student recruitment, information sessions, interviews, and decision-making.
• Participate in department and Kalmanovitz School of Education activities, meetings, and committees.
• Serve on College committees and attend general Academic Senate meetings, Commencements, and other special convocations for College events, when possible.
• Perform instruction substitution for faculty colleagues as needed.
• Engage in scholarly and professional activities, along with attending conferences, workshops, and meetings consistent with professional and scholarly development.
• Develop effective and collaborative relationships within the department, school, and with other areas of the College.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Experienced practitioner with successful school district experience as a K-12 teacher, mentor, and/or administrator, preferably in California.
• Excellent teaching skills; preference will be given to those with familiarity and experience in urban K-12 schools with marginalized populations. Social Justice orientation desirable.
• Holds a doctorate in educational leadership/administration, curriculum and instruction or a related field.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered learning.
• Demonstrate strong facilitation skills and knowledgeable about adult learning theory
• Evidence of commitment to rigorous graduate level teaching and leadership education.
• Evidence of scholarly potential through research trajectory and scholarly activity, commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor; and commitment to service within the profession.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and culturally diverse campus environment.
• Demonstrate an appreciation of and deep respect for the learning/teaching environment and for the students, staff, and faculty who comprise it. Willingness to embrace the mission of Saint Mary's College of California and its Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts Traditions.