Dean of Education, Psychology & Social Work

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Salisbury, DE - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 20-10-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Position

Dean of Education Psychology & Social Work

Division:

Division of Education Psychology & Social Work

Department:

Office of Academic Affairs

Reports to:

Vice President for Academic Affairs

Position Summary

Livingstone College seeks a dynamic and visionary academic leader with a deep commitment to teaching learning and student success to serve as Dean of the Division of Education Psychology and Social Work. The ideal candidate will guide faculty in advancing high-quality academic programs fostering innovation and promoting student achievement. The Dean will lead the development of new curricula programs and grant initiatives aligned with the Colleges mission.

This position requires an individual capable of strategic planning and implementation of academic programs; effective communication of the Colleges mission and goals to internal and external audiences; recruitment and retention of both students and faculty; and the ability to secure external funding. The Division Dean reports directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and serves on a twelve-month appointment.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter curriculum vitae unofficial transcripts three letters of recommendation and a completed job application.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The results you will deliver each day that matter most!

  • Provide instructional leadership and ensure the effective operation of the Division of Education Psychology and Social Work.
  • Teach six (6) credit hours or two (2) courses per semester.
  • Serve on the Academic Council Deans Council and other campus-wide committees as assigned.
  • Oversee the recruitment hiring and supervision of faculty and staff within the Division.
  • Lead efforts to recruit retain and support students in the Divisions programs.
  • Coordinate curriculum development and programmatic revisions within the Division.
  • Conduct regular evaluations of full-time and part-time faculty to promote instructional excellence.
  • Assign teaching loads and course schedules for full-time and adjunct faculty.
  • Advise audit and mentor students to support academic success and professional growth.
  • Maintain a minimum of eight (8) office hours per week for student engagement and support.
  • Organize and facilitate Division meetings and faculty professional development activities.
  • Participate in the development and administration of the Divisions budget monitor expenditures and ensure proper maintenance of assigned facilities and equipment.
  • Develop implement and assess student learning outcomes at both the course and program levels.
  • Promote the effective integration of technology into teaching and learning.
  • Identify and pursue external funding opportunities to support Division programs including participation in grant writing and resource development initiatives.
  • Lead strategic planning continuous improvement efforts learning outcomes assessment and program-level accreditation and review processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience

What you will need to be successful!

  • Candidate must have a Ph.D. in Education Psychology or Social Work (required).
  • Demonstrated administrative experience as a Department Chair Dean or comparable role (required).
  • Minimum of five years of full-time teaching experience in Education Psychology or Social Work (required).
  • Proven record of effective leadership scholarship program development administrative achievement and professional service.
  • Strong written oral and interpersonal communication skills with the enthusiasm and professionalism needed to engage diverse faculty students and staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to plan organize and coordinate complex initiatives (preferred).
  • Successful experience teaching in traditional hybrid and online learning environments.
  • Familiarity with Blackboard Anthology Navigate360 Microsoft Office and other instructional and administrative technologies (preferred).

Life at Livingstone College

Why we believe you will love working at Livingstone College!!

Livingstone College is a private historically black college that is secured by a strong commitment to quality instruction academic excellence and student success. Through a Christian-based environment suitable for holistic learning Livingstone provides excellent business liberal arts STEAM teacher education and workforce development programs for students from all ethnic backgrounds designed to promote lifelong learning and to develop student potential for leadership and service to a global community.


About Livingstone College:

Livingstone College is an equal opportunity employer that employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race religion ancestry gender sexual orientation national origin age disability marital status domestic partner status medical condition political affiliation or any other classification proscribed under applicable federal state or local law. Livingstone College complies with all laws regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled candidates and employees. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the interview process are requested to contact Human Resources in order to arrange such accommodation. We offer competitive compensation and an attractive benefits package. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract.















PositionDean of Education Psychology & Social WorkDivision:Division of Education Psychology & Social WorkDepartment:Office of Academic AffairsReports to:Vice President for Academic AffairsPosition SummaryLivingstone College seeks a dynamic and visionary academic leader with a deep commitment to teac...
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Key Skills

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  • Classroom Experience
  • Education Administration
  • Lesson Planning
  • Special Education
  • Adult Education
  • Teaching
  • Curriculum Development
  • Administrative Experience
  • Leadership Experience
  • Program Development
  • Supervising Experience

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Livingstone College is one of the more than 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the US. The school, which is affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, offers undergraduate degrees in business, education and social work, liberal arts, and math ... View more

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