POOL Instructor Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
30 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
100% Instructional Duties:
50% - Provide instruction in online courses including grading assignments providing students with timely feedback and updated information about progress in course give students clear feedback and mentoring regarding performance improvements; hold consistent virtual office hours with students in the online environment including asynchronous and real time
20% - Successfully implement course protocols as designed by the instructional design team and course author including learning objectives and procedures for teaching using the new online platforms
10% - Update and maintain assessment protocols to document student-learning outcomes in the online work
10% - Consult and collaborate with department staff about research-based changes to courses
10% - Maintain clear records of all evaluations of student work and progress toward program completion
All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues be current in the field and are required to adhere to departmental school/college and university polices and procedures.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Jennifer Bessolo
Position Overview
The University of Kansas Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) is building an instructor pool of qualified individuals to serve as instructors to teach in its online Master of Science in Educational Leadership program. This program prepares pre-K-12 teachers for roles at the school-building level and leads to building-level licensure in Kansas.
ELPS invites candidates to submit applications which will be reviewed and placed in a pool for consideration as openings arise. Applications will be accepted throughout the year and appointments will be made as needed. Please be advised that the need for instructors varies from year to year.
The Instructor is an instructional adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Fall 2026 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations not to exceed two continuous semesters.
This position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween The University of Kansas and United AcademicsUnited Academics of KU AAUP or the State of Kansas is a right to work state you have the right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.
Instructors will be responsible for assigned online courses. This may involve consulting with the online instructional design team and course author to update and ensure that all aspects of the course function effectively. Instructor appointments may vary from .25 depending on the number of courses contribute to the mission of the University of Kansas the School of Education and the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies; and must adhere to all departmental school and university policies.
Instructors may be needed to teach the following courses: The Principalship Education in American Society School Resource Management Data-Driven Leadership Education Law Human Resource Management Staff Evaluation and Development and Internship.
Applicants will be reviewed andconsidered for teaching positions as needs arise. Applicants will be accepted throughout the year.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S> prior to the start date of the position.
Due to complex state employment laws the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California Idaho Minnesota and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.
A complete application must include an online application current resume cover letter that includes a statement indicating which courses listed above you are qualified to teach and specific qualifications to teach those courses and a list ofprofessional references.
Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis.
50% - Provide instruction in online courses including grading assignments providing students with timely feedback and updated information about progress in course give students clear feedback and mentoring regarding performance improvements; hold consistent virtual office hours with students in the online environment including asynchronous and real time
20% - Successfully implement course protocols as designed by the instructional design team and course author including learning objectives and procedures for teaching using the new online platforms
10% - Update and maintain assessment protocols to document student-learning outcomes in the online work
10% - Consult and collaborate with department staff about research-based changes to courses
10% - Maintain clear records of all evaluations of student work and progress toward program completion
All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues be current in the field and are required to adhere to departmental school/college and university polices and procedures.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Jennifer Bessolo
- Earned masters degree in Education Educational Leadership Educational Administration or other field appropriate tosubject area being taught isrequired to teach undergraduate courses.
- Earned doctoral degree in Education Educational Leadership Educational Administration or other field appropriate tosubject area being taught isrequired to teach graduate level courses.
- Record of research scholarship or achievement in Educational Leadership or closely related field.
- Excellent written and verbal skills as evidenced in published academic work interview and course evaluations.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in successful Educational Administration/Leadership
- Demonstrated success teaching fully online courses in an equivalent graduate program
- Demonstrated expertise in teaching the relevant course content
- Demonstrated proficiency with a wide range of technology applications specific to the online program environment including asynchronous course management systems advisement and learning management systems.
Position Overview
The University of Kansas Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) is building an instructor pool of qualified individuals to serve as instructors to teach in its online Master of Science in Educational Leadership program. This program prepares pre-K-12 teachers for roles at the school-building level and leads to building-level licensure in Kansas.
ELPS invites candidates to submit applications which will be reviewed and placed in a pool for consideration as openings arise. Applications will be accepted throughout the year and appointments will be made as needed. Please be advised that the need for instructors varies from year to year.
The Instructor is an instructional adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Fall 2026 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations not to exceed two continuous semesters.
This position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween The University of Kansas and United AcademicsUnited Academics of KU AAUP or the State of Kansas is a right to work state you have the right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.
Instructors will be responsible for assigned online courses. This may involve consulting with the online instructional design team and course author to update and ensure that all aspects of the course function effectively. Instructor appointments may vary from .25 depending on the number of courses contribute to the mission of the University of Kansas the School of Education and the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies; and must adhere to all departmental school and university policies.
Instructors may be needed to teach the following courses: The Principalship Education in American Society School Resource Management Data-Driven Leadership Education Law Human Resource Management Staff Evaluation and Development and Internship.
Applicants will be reviewed andconsidered for teaching positions as needs arise. Applicants will be accepted throughout the year.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S> prior to the start date of the position.
Due to complex state employment laws the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California Idaho Minnesota and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.
A complete application must include an online application current resume cover letter that includes a statement indicating which courses listed above you are qualified to teach and specific qualifications to teach those courses and a list ofprofessional references.
Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Thank you for your interest in employment with the University of Kansas. If you need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 785-864-4946.