Professor of Practice, Leadership Studies
- Employer
- University of San Diego
- Location
- San Diego
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- Education, Educational Administration & Leadership, Teacher Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Professor of Practice, Leadership Studies
Department Description:
The University of San Diego School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES) and the Department of Leadership Studies (DLS) within SOLES offers programs for aspiring leaders who seek to make an impact, for those who want to develop innovative and creative ideas and channel them into real change, and for those who value communication and collaboration. DLS places social justice, interculturalism, and providing students with an international global perspective of leadership at the core of their interdisciplinary designed curriculum. This curriculum, which focuses on connecting theory to practice and hands-on learning seeks to have a lifetime of impact on students.
Detailed Description:
The Department of Leadership Studies at USD's School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES) seeks a Professor of Practice to teach and advise graduate students. Leadership is a multi-disciplinary field. Masters and PhD graduate students in this Leadership Studies Program focus on a variety of leadership areas such as: for-profit, nonprofit, K-12, higher education and coaching and organizational consulting. We seek a faculty member who will provide expertise primarily for the specializations in educational leadership at the K-12 level: Education for Innovation and Social Justice (a completely on-campus specialization within the PhD Leadership Studies program) and Leadership for International School Leaders (This is another specialization within the PhD program. It is a hybrid program with some courses offered on our Madrid campus and other courses offered online). Both specializations are designed to develop the leadership knowledge and skills of individuals who desire to lead schools in ways that promote social justice. We expect that candidates for this position will have a doctoral degree in educational leadership, sociology, psychology, or other related fields. Specific responsibilities to include:
- Teaching Load: 3 courses in one term and 4 in another (Fall & Spring). Summer teaching opportunities are generally available. Preference for applicants with the expertise to teach at least some of the following courses: Sociology of Education for School Leaders, Collaborative Leadership, Design Thinking, Data Driven Decision Making, Educational Research, Policy and Practice, Educational Reform etc.
- Advising. Serve on dissertation committees as well as provide academic and professional guidance.
- Service: Attend department meetings and serve on department and school-wide committees.
- Scholarship. Not required but desirable.
Job Requirements:
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
- an earned doctorate from a nationally recognized university
- evidence of successful teaching using alternative pedagogies and learning technologies appropriate for mid-career professionals at the post-secondary level
- evidence of some online teaching;
- evidence of the ability to make contributions in terms of supervising dissertations, master’s theses and action-research projects;
- evidence of the ability to teach courses related to educational leadership and
- evidence of scholarly research.
Required: Ph.D. or Ed.D.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Posting Salary:
Commensurate with experience; Excellent Benefits.
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package, to include medical, dental, vision, a 12% retirement contribution given to you by the University (with three year vesting period), and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
Special Application Instructions
All applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV and a personal statement that includes, among other things, evidence of their commitment to promoting diversity. The faculty is especially seeking candidates with a demonstrated commitment to promoting social justice, as evidenced by the research questions they explore and/or their experiences working with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated research skills and the ability to articulate a coherent research agenda, and has an intercultural background. In short, the personal statement should help the faculty identify candidates who have the professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that will advance USD’s campus diversity and equity goals. USD is an Equal Opportunity employer and is dedicated to service and social justice that originates in strong spiritual values and practice. Candidates from diverse cultural, ethnic, religious and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Click Apply Now to complete our online application.
Contact: Emma Mackey- emackey@sandiego.edu
If you have any technical questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at 619-260-6806, or email us at jobs@sandiego.edu.
Additional Details:
External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
To apply, visit http://jobs.sandiego.edu/cw/en-us/job/492578/professor-of-practice
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The University of San Diego is a Roman Catholic institution committed to advancing academic excellence, expanding liberal and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community, and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.
Located on 180 acres overlooking the city of San Diego, Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean, the campus is a community treasure, with Spanish Renaissance-inspired buildings and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes.
Chartered in 1949, the university enrolls more than 7,000 students and is known for its commitment to teaching, the liberal arts, the formation of values and community service. In less than 60 years, the University of San Diego has grown from a local college with 50 students and a handful of professors to a nationally ranked university. This achievement is the direct result of a single, unwavering expectation: academic excellence.
USD offers more than 60 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The university adds depth to education by inspiring students to grow spiritually, morally and socially. The breadth of programs and depth of facilities means that students can easily find a course of study that ignites their intellectual fire. In the classroom, coursework across disciplines encourages students to develop their critical thinking skills.
Small class size means the instructors know their students and can stimulate curious minds with anything from participation in a research project to an after-class discussion on topic. Instructors welcome the free exchange of complex ideas in an environment of tolerance and civility. In this environment, students begin a lifelong habit of appreciating and cultivating their individual gifts.
To complement this instruction, the university's Honors program provides a challenging curriculum for USD's uniquely motivated students. The university also holds memberships in several honor societies, including Phi Beta Kappa.
While intellectual growth is key, USD adds depth to the education experience by inspiring students to grow spiritually, morally and socially. An active faith community invites widespread student participation. In the classroom, study is accompanied by an examination of ethics and values University of San Diego students inquire freely and challenge ideas, exercise moral, spiritual and social judgment, serve others, and contemplate social justice in their lives and in their chosen fields. These students are truly educated. These students achieve excellence.
Students, faculty and staff are active members of the community, volunteering time and expertise, fostering friendships, and working to preserve the region’s unique character. With a population of more than 7,500 students and approximately 2,000 employees, the university impacts the life of the area economically, politically and socially. In turn, the university welcomes the community to participate in campus life, through classes, special events, sports, forums and tours.
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