Careers at Drexel

JOB OVERVIEW

The Policy, Organization, and Leadership Department within the School of Education is accepting applications for adjunct instructors with expertise in K-12 School Leadership. Areas of specialization include: organizational leadership, leadership administration, school finance, educational technology, data analysis and assessment, parents and schools, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Selected candidates will join a pool of adjunct faculty who will serve on an ad-hoc basis to teach classes online. Adjunct instructors are hired on a term-by-term basis. Applications are accepted continuously and will be reviewed when openings become available.

Drexel University's Master of Science in Educational Administration is an online graduate program designed to prepare highly skilled and knowledgeable practitioners for leadership positions and career advancement in K-12 school systems.

The School of Education prepares education professionals for success in classrooms, administration, research, and policy. The School consists of two departments; Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum & Policy, Organization and Leadership. With an emphasis on civic engagement, faculty and staff engage in classroom-based and site-based learning as a part of our diverse bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. The School also offers a wide variety of certificate, certification and professional development programs to meet the needs of educators, administrators and education professionals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate courses, advise students, work collegially with other faculty, and have a background in K-12 leadership, systems change, organizational development, or educational policy.

• Teach the required number of credit hours per quarter/semester based on their contract.
• Teach graduate courses online in educational administration.
• Teach action research methods.
• Plan and provide instructional experiences that reflect an understanding of the program’s philosophy, objectives, and curriculum.
• Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes.
• Maintain communication with the program director/department chair regarding any course or student issues.

Depending on contractual agreements other responsibilities may also include:

• Working collaboratively with colleagues, public/private colleges, as well as regional, state and national education agencies/professional organizations.
• Advising and mentoring graduate students.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned as outlined in the employment contract.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A master’s or terminal degree in education with an emphasis in educational administration or closely related field. 
• A record of excellence in teaching, research, service, and professional participation.
• Major specialization in one or more of the following areas:
• K-12 school leadership to support social justice, equity, diversity, and a culture of success for all students;
• Leadership and how to effectuate change; and
• Organizational culture and climate, educational policy, leadership, and administration.

LOCATION: Remote

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO THE APPLICANT:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a CV along with a letter of interest. Please make sure you upload your CV and cover letter when submitting your application.