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Overview THE OPPORTUNITY The National College of Education (NCE) at National Louis University (NLU) is pleased to announce a search for a Full-Time Assistant/Associate Professor in the Educational Leadership program, which includes the Strategic Educational Leadership minor. We seek a colleague with expertise in leading educational environments, including school and/or district level, non-profit organizations, and industry learning positions. The ideal candidate will have a strong methodological background. This position includes teaching at the graduate level in educational leadership and supporting doctoral-level research with a focus on program evaluation. The successful candidate will have expertise in teaching and leading in educational contexts, research project design, and using data analysis to enhance learning and leadership and foster growth and improvement in varied educational and learning environments. A demonstrated research agenda and productivity appropriate to the field of educational leadership with demonstrated skill in research methodologies is expected. Priority will be given to individuals with research in the area of leading adult learning, evidence-based decision-making, or classroom, school level, or learning organization district assessment. The position is within a dynamic and dedicated College of Education and is housed under the School of Educational Leadership Studies. Essential Responsibilities Contribute to the Educational Leadership program, including the Strategic Educational Leadership major, development, management, and partnership coordination. Teach/coordinate educational leadership courses. Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement by collaborating with faculty in program and unit level evaluation, to develop program reports, assessment protocols, and cross-disciplinary curriculum work. Advise and support graduate-level students, including service on dissertation committees and research for educational professionals at the doctoral level. Engage in an active program of scholarship related to these areas of expertise. Qualifications Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership, or a related field. Experience in conducting applied research in classrooms/school settings. Higher education teaching experience commensurate with rank. Candidate should have at least three years of leadership experience. Screening of applications will begin June 1, 2025. Employment will begin September 1, 2025. NLU Inclusion Statement: National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture. Compensation and Benefits At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact. NLU employees and dependents are offered a wide range of benefits, including but not limited to Health Insurance benefits, Retirement benefits, Paid Time Off, and Educational Opportunities. Additional information regarding full-time faculty benefits can be found here. Application Instructions Please Include the following with your Application: Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Transcripts (Official or Unofficial) Optional Additional Attachments: Teaching Philosophy Sample Syllabus Additional Licenses/Certifications Course Evaluations Letters of Recommendation #J-18808-Ljbffr National Louis

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