Job Title: Teaching Faculty I in Educational Leadership and Administration, 9-Month Salaried (Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 59737
Department

Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies in the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Responsibilities

• Teaching four online courses in the Fall and Spring terms.
• Contributing to the development and revision of courses taught in the program in accordance to state approved program criteria.
• Advising students within assigned courses.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy/Administration.
• Formal leadership experience in K-12 educational settings.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as an online/classroom teacher, working with students of varying backgrounds.
• Evidence of commitment to professional development and scholarship in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in learning management systems and online teaching pedagogy.

Other Information

The Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies (ELPS) in the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences at Florida State University is seeking a Specialized Teaching faculty (non-tenure track) for the online specialist, master’s and modified programs in Educational Leadership and Administration that lead to Florida Educational Leadership certification. The faculty member will hold a nine-month contract, teaching four courses in each Fall and Spring semesters.

The successful candidate will have the exciting opportunity to develop the next generation of school leaders, joining the faculty in a department and college committed to reshaping the field and preparing leaders who are uniquely effective for improving education and learning. Our online program emphasizes strong academic training, practical application of content, and connections with field experts as evidenced by our students’ success on the Florida Educational Leadership Examination – ranked first in the state. Program objectives are research- and theory-based, aligned with state leadership standards and developed in collaboration between practitioners and faculty of the department. Students graduating from the program serve as formal and informal leaders in schools and districts throughout the state. More information about the program is available at https://annescollege.fsu.edu/EDA.

The roots of FSU’s Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences date back to the university’s establishment, and it is the oldest college of its kind in Florida. Recently expanded in 2023, the College is home to six academic departments united through a common goal to maximize human potential. In total, the College includes the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Department of Educational Psychology & Learning Systems, Department of Human Development & Family Sciences, Department of Health, Nutrition & Food Sciences, Department of Sport Management, School of Teacher Education, numerous research centers, and three laboratory schools (Florida State University School, FSU Pembroke Pines Charter School, and The Collegiate School at FSU Panama City). Anne’s College serves over 4,000 students via 201 full-time faculty and 76 full-time staff.

Contact Info

Dr. Kevin Forehand, Search Committee Chair

Director of Online Educational Leadership and Administration

Keforehand@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Applicants should also include a letter of application, names of three references with contact information, and a statement of teaching interests.

Transcripts, work samples (such as teaching artifacts), and three letters of recommendation will be required of candidates selected for an interview.

Review of candidates will begin March 17, 2025 and will continue until filled. We urge interested candidates to submit materials as soon as possible.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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