Open Rank Tenure-Line Professor and Department Chair for Education

Primary Responsibilities
Summary The College of Education is seeking a seasoned academic with College-level leadership and/or administrative experience to advance our footprint and impact in the area of educator preparation. The successful candidate will have experience in innovative educator preparation programming models partnership cultivation and relationship management and knowledge of compliance-related requirements connected to educator preparation (specifically as outlined in various elements of the Texas Administrative Code). The successful candidate should be an established academic who will qualify for appointment in a discipline area relevant to programming in a College of Education. This individual will also serve as the academic Chair of Education in the College of Education and as a member of the College Leadership -load teaching duties will be assigned. Scope College of Education Faculty and Administration Duties Essential: In collaboration with the Dean the Chair will support diagnostic efforts to identify and pursue opportunities to enhance programming and services provided through the College of Education to strengthen responsiveness and relevance in service to our community. Partnership building sustainability and responsiveness will be included in but not exclusive to strategic college priorities. The successful candidate will also facilitate review of existing programmatic features and develop recommendations around possible innovations in programming that may be appropriate to helping advance the program portfolio for the College of Education. One example of a program that may be of interest is related to teacher residency. As Chair the successful candidate will also serve as a College administrator and as part of the leadership team and will have other leadership and evaluation duties as assigned. Supervision Received: Reports to the Dean of the College of Education Appointment begins as early Fall 2025. The SRSU College of Education is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty administrative staff and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons. Working Conditions Usual: Eight-hour workday forty hours per week with some early or late hours depending on workload; and attendance at various university community and school activities. How to Apply Candidates must submit a cover letter addressing the elements outlined in the Duties section CV three references and a separate statement addressing their vision for innovation and partnership in educator preparation. This position is security sensitive. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Other Information
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