Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Educational Leadership Requisition 202400027F Rank Assistant or Associate Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Education Department Dept of Educational Leadership Open Date 03/04/2024 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38328 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Cynthia Martinez-Garcia Title Professor of Educational Leadership Contact Phone Contact Email cmg021@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job Full-time, tenure-track (9-month) position teaching graduate-level courses. Summer teaching opportunities may be available based on student demand. The anticipated start date of this position is Fall 2024.Primary teaching responsibilities are in the online master’s program for the school leadership (principal) program and the face-to-face doctoral program in education leadership at the Woodlands campus (The Woodlands, TX).
Engage in scholarly research, writing, and professional presentations demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and national conferences. Work collaboratively with faculty, school districts, and other education institutions and agencies. Serve in program, institutional, regional, state, and national service opportunities. Engage in program advising and student recruitment efforts. Collaborate on the growth of the programs in the Educational Leadership department. Serve on and eventually chair dissertation committees. Participate in professional organizations.
Educational Requirements for the Position Earned Doctorate in Educational Leadership or related field before August 2024. Experience Required for the Position School leadership (i.e., principal or asst. principal) experience in K-12 schools.
Experience conducting independent research (e.g., dissertation).
Demonstrated capacity for successful tenure and promotion (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, program evaluations, presentations, grants).
Principal Certification Other Requirements for the Position Preferred Qualifications:
At least three years of work experience in K-12 as a campus principal.
Evidence of advocacy for various populations.
Online teaching experience. Special Instructions Summary Submit the following:
Cover letter explaining how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
Submit one scholarly writing product that demonstrates your research skills.
A maximum 150-word statement on each of the following (to be uploaded as one combined document under Statement of Research and Goals): Plan for developing a research agenda to meet tenure and promotion. Philosophy of teaching adult populations
Submit Curriculum Vitae highlighting the following areas (i.e., education, school/district leadership experiences, post-secondary teaching, educator certifications, degrees earned, and research activities (publications and presentations).
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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