AssistantAssociate Professor of Education (Doctor of Education)

George Fox Universitys College of Education announces a full-time tenure-track position in the Educational Leadership Educational Doctorate program to begin August 15 2026. This 24-credit Tenure-Track position supports students through coursework and dissertation work throughout their studies.

About the Job:

The position will primarily focus on the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program with potential support for the Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) and Administrative Licensure programs. While this program is offered principally online support for students is year-round including a mandatory July summer residency for faculty participation.

George Fox University a Christ-centered community prepares students spiritually academically and professionally to think with clarity act with integrity and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as Gods truth integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ bringing the divine revelations through sense reason and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of Gods design for human communities.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teaching courses within the Educational Doctorate (Ed.D) program; present departmental needs include qualitative methodology instructional technology school improvement or educational policy.
• Advising doctoral candidates in programs of study to ensure they meet the required competencies for timely dissertation completion.
• Facilitating partnership work with schools and districts to provide research program opportunities.
• Completing an ongoing research agenda that would provide a timely pathway to faculty advancement and tenure.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others including employees students and the public in a spirit of teamwork respect and customer service.
• By actions words and lifestyle be a Christian role model to students whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrating awareness respect and appreciation for diversity of culture background race sex political views expressions of faith etc. and works well with a variety of people.
• Other duties as assigned.

Were looking for candidates who have:

• An EdD or PhD in education or a related field.
• Experience in K-12 Administration as Principal or Central Office.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• A commitment to working with a diverse student population; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
• Availability to teach in person online as well as virtually for synchronous delivery.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a addition employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Salary and rank:

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions and a terminal degree may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Job information:

• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus (Hybrid)
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching environments.
• Supervisor: Program Director Educational Leadership Program

Application procedure:

• Kindly apply through the Careers at George Fox University webpage.
• When completing the online application please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae and Essay Requirement:
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay
    • George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith as well as how your faith informs your teaching scholarship and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries).
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Contact information:

• Have questions about the position or program Contact Dr. Kris Molitor Associate Dean College of Education at
• Have questions or need assistance with our application process Contact

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin on a rolling basis and continue until the position is filled. Please note: This position is subject to close at any time regardless of the date on the posting.

George Fox University has been transforming students lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually academically and professionally to think with clarity act with integrity and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first with Christ at the center of our work embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the universitys mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of Gods design for human seeking to become a more inclusive community we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures praying with staff members and students at work and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university we have an enduring commitment to Christ his kingdom and the truth of Gods Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  
  

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex age race color marital status national origin disability veteran status or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local state or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship including promotion pay training classification performance reviews discipline and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the universitys faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the universitys workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

Required Experience:

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