Assistant / Associate Professor of Education

Assistant / Associate Professor of Education

Position Description

The College of Education & Behavioral Sciences (CEBS) seeks a dynamic academic leader, scholar, and practitioner for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position combines academic instruction, doctoral dissertation supervision, administrative leadership, and an active scholarship agenda. We are particularly interested in leadership experts qualified and excited to teach within our online Principal Certification and Doctor of Education (EdD) programs, serve as chair for a substantial number of EdD dissertations, and potentially serve as an Academic Program Director or Department Chair (overseeing multiple academic programs). The standard faculty workload is 24 instructional credits per academic year with Alternate Work Assignments (AWAs)/Course Releases assigned annually as appropriate for duties such as program leadership, curriculum development, and rigorous scholarship agendas. The successful candidate will embody Eastern University’s mission of faith, reason, and justice, treating each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity, and respect to foster a spirit of unity, harmony, and excellence.

Position Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Advising

• Teach undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses in online, hybrid/flex, and on-ground modalities aligned with professional expertise. As noted above, it is expected that this position will be particularly focused on graduate courses related to leadership.
• Serve as dissertation chair, advisor, and/or committee member for a substantial roster of EdD candidates, actively guiding students through research design, IRB approvals, proposal defense, data collection and analysis, and final defense.
• Provide comprehensive academic and career advising to undergraduate and/or graduate education students, tracking degree progress and certification milestones.
• Employ evidence-based, engaging pedagogical strategies and demonstrate proficiency in educational technology and learning management systems (e.g., Brightspace).

2. Scholarship

• Maintain an active, focused program of scholarly research, publication, and professional dissemination commensurate with the University’s tenure and promotion standards.
• Publish peer-reviewed articles, books, chapters, or policy briefs in recognized educational journals and academic presses.
• Present peer-reviewed research at regional, national, and international academic conferences (e.g., PACTE, AERA, ASCD).
• Pursue internal and external grant opportunities that support educational research, program enhancement, or community partnerships.
• Involve graduate and doctoral students in collaborative research and presentation opportunities where appropriate.

3. Leadership & Service

• Likely to serve as an Academic Program Director or Department Chair, supported by appropriate course-releases/Alternate Work Assignments (AWAs).
• Oversee curriculum updates, course scheduling, student recruitment (open houses, preview days), and adjunct faculty onboarding, evaluation, and mentoring.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to address student success/retention, academic concerns, and program-level assessment.
• As outlined in the Faculty Handbook, provide service to the College and University, including but not limited to Faculty Senate or a Senate Committee.
• Assist with state and national reporting and accreditation reviews (e.g., Pennsylvania Department of Education [PDE], NAEYC, and other external bodies).
• Undertake other administrative projects, committee assignments, and operational duties as assigned by the Dean of CEBS.

4. Institutional Mission & University Life

• Model and advance Eastern University’s Christian commitment to faith, reason, and justice in academic operations, interpersonal relationships, and student engagement.
• Represent CEBS at internal and external events and meetings as designated by the Chair or Dean.
• Participate actively in the campus community, including faculty meetings, convocation, student orientations, and university commencement exercises.

Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related discipline (candidates who are ABD with completion guaranteed by start date may be considered).
• Demonstrated record of successful teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Familiarity with online course design, asynchronous online teaching, and doctoral-level mentoring.
• Established record of, or strong demonstrated potential for, peer-reviewed scholarship, professional publications, and conference presentations suitable for a tenure-track appointment.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to chair and advise applied doctoral dissertations.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to the university’s mission, values, and community standards.

B. Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of successful educational leadership experience, with PK–12 administrative leadership (e.g., Principal, Assistant Principal, Superintendent, Central Office Director, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Eligibility for, or possession of, PK–12 Administrative Certification (e.g., PA Principal Certification or state equivalent).
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) standards and certification processes.
• Demonstrated experience with academic program coordination or curricular oversight.
• Direct experience writing, reviewing, or managing certification compliance with state departments of education (specifically PDE) and national accreditors.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time faculty and staff including healthcare coverage, retirement plan contributions, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, tuition remission and tuition exchange participation as well as an extensive holiday, summer hours and paid time off leave schedule.

Part-time Regular staff who are scheduled 30-36 hours per week over the course of a year, receive a full benefit package based on their part-time scheduled hours. Healthcare coverage is based on the ACA medical coverage guidelines. Affiliate faculty receive a benefit package as outlined with their covenant.  Adjunct faculty may be eligible for medical coverage under the ACA after an annual one year lookback review.

Part-time staff who are scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week schedule are eligible for employer contribution towards the retirement plan after one year of employment. Eligibility rules apply. Adjunct faculty may make employee deferral contributions towards the retirement plan.

Part-Time Graduate Assistant Coaches are eligible for participation in the Tuition Remission Coaches Program.

Temporary, Contractors and Seasonal Employees: Individuals in this status are scheduled on an as-needed-basis and are not eligible for participation in the University’s benefits programs.

Detailed information regarding our benefits program and eligibility is provided once hired or you can contact Human Resources with any questions.