Washington and Lee University invites applications for the founding Director of the Center for Academic Resources and Pedagogical Excellence (CARPE) – a Center for Teaching and Learning – beginning December 15, 2018. The Director will help envision, create, and then lead a key initiative in the university’s strategic plan to provide comprehensive academic support services for students and professional pedagogical development opportunities for faculty. In collaboration with campus partners, the Director will develop innovative teaching and learning programs and resources in a new, dedicated, state-of-the-art center. Reporting to the Associate Provost, this is an administrative position that holds faculty (non-tenure-track) rank and status. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2019.

Washington and Lee University is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity and encourage applications from women, underrepresented groups, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups, and other candidates who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. Washington and Lee University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Status:  Full-Time, 12 Month, With Benefits.
Work Hours:  8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.
FLSA:  Exempt
Minimum Salary:  $86,182

Essential and Related Functions:

• In coordination with the University community, develops a mission for CARPE.  Envisions strategic initiatives for the Program.  Ensures teaching and learning programs are both effective and in keeping with the programmatic mission.
• Encourages and facilitates collaboration of existing offices and services in support of teaching and learning particularly among staff within the University Library, Community Based Learning, the IQ (Integrative and Quantitative) Center, Academic Technologies, Student Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness, and the College, the Williams School of Commerce, Economics, and Politics, and the School of Law.
• Develops opportunities for faculty to share innovative teaching practices and strategies across diverse disciplines.
• Acts as a resource for new faculty as they build and develop into excellent teachers.  Supports faculty development initiatives and professional development opportunities. 
• May teach one to two courses annually as aligned with the mission of CARPE.
• Collaborating with CARPE staff, actively engages with students to provide resources including: writing, reading, math, learning strategies, study skills, test-taking, time management, etc.
• Oversees initiatives focused on differences in learning styles—acknowledging such differences as both pedagogical and learning issues.
• Enables the academic success of students from diverse backgrounds by promoting and developing programs to share best practices for inclusive pedagogies.
• Provides management and oversight of CARPE operations including personnel, budgeting, communications, and facilities. 
• Provides leadership and oversight of CARPE staff.  As CARPE is new, the Director will envision and help define the staffing model (anticipated to include two additional professional staff and a support role).  
• Communicates and collaborates with stakeholders external to W&L, including but not limited to, other institutions of higher education and philanthropy.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD or EdD preferred or a combination of experience and education from which a similar background would be acquired.  Knowledge of and experience with innovative pedagogy and student support strongly preferred.  Must have experience with teaching in higher education and a strong record of innovative and excellent teaching and scholarship.   Must have strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.  Excellent analytical, research skills with experience developing, implementing and assessing new programs.  Effectively works with multiple stakeholders across campus including students, faculty, and administrators. Must have a demonstrated record of flexibility and the ability to adapt. An established record of successful academic administrative experience is strongly preferred.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit an online letter of application, including a CV with three references, and a two-page statement of your Philosophy of Teaching and Learning. Three letters of recommendation will be necessary upon request. Direct questions to Jessica Wager, Office of the Provost, Washington & Lee University, Lexington, VA 24450. The process will be open until January 31, 2019 and a review of applications will begin immediately thereafter. Initial interviews will be conducted via Skype in mid to late February 2019.

EEO Statement

Washington and Lee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  As such, we are interested in candidates who are committed to high standards of scholarship, performance and professionalism and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity in our faculty, staff and student body. Job description requirements are representative, but not all‐inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and abilities needed to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

Washington and Lee affirms that diverse perspectives and backgrounds enhance our community. We are committed to the recruitment, enrichment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff who embody many experiences, cultures, points of view, interests, and identities. As engaged citizens in a global and diverse society, we seek to advance a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue.