Assistant/Associate Professor Of Special Education Leadership

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Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Educational Leadership in the College for Education and Engaged Learning is looking for an Assistant or Associate tenure-track scholar with a research agenda grounded in social justice as related to special education leadership. The ideal candidate will have an active disability studies or DisCrit research agenda that engages scholars, policymakers, and practitioners in dismantling ableism and discriminatory practices and policies affecting students with disabilities. The candidate should be able to teach aspiring leaders about equity-oriented leadership for organizational change and academic and behavioral strategies that support students intellectually, socially, and emotionally. We hope to recruit a strong scholar who has relevant experience as an equity-oriented leader (e.g., Principal, Vice Principal, Special Education Department Chair, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultants (LDT-Cs), Child Study Team members, Director or Assistant Superintendent of Special Services, or related experience). The candidate will help us develop educational leaders who bring asset-based thinking and a social justice lens to special education. The candidate must be able to develop our students as leaders with a robust background in leadership of special education services and navigating the federal and state laws governing special education. The candidate must be willing to develop graduate curriculum on special education and to help ensure that we are programmatically aligned with CAEP and the Council for Exceptional Children standards. The candidate will also provide service and leadership at the University and at local, state, and national levels as well as contribute to the development of a doctoral program. Montclair State University is poised to be the tri-state destination for administrators looking for a special education foundation for school and district administration. We seek a scholar who will help position our Educational Leadership Program and University as a national leader in special education leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Doctorate in educational leadership or closely related field with a concentration in special education or disability studies (The doctorate must be completed by August 1, 2024.)

• A well-defined research agenda and evidence of scholarly activities appropriate to career stage

• Demonstrated commitment to equity and social justice work, in general and/or as applied to special education (e.g., training or direct experience in equity and justice work; willingness to reflect on oneself and systems of power; research, teaching, or service focused on issues like dismantling ableism or promoting asset-based thinking)

PREFERRED:

• Experience teaching special education/disability studies and educational leadership courses at the graduate level in-person and/or online

• Equity-oriented leadership experience in a role relevant to P-12 special education (e.g., Director of Special Services)

• Experience working with community-based organizations, state agencies, or schools on special services

• Experience advising graduate students

• Evidence of potential or successful external research funding

• Experience developing partnerships with school districts

COLLEGE FOR EDUCATION AND ENGAGED LEARNING AND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

The College for Education and Engaged Learning at Montclair State University is dedicated to preparing aspiring teachers, administrators, counselors, and other education professionals for success. Grounded in a commitment to promoting equity and embracing innovation, the College has a rich history of delivering exceptional programs in the field. Our graduates are prepared to drive positive change throughout their careers, adapting to evolving educational issues and practices along the way.

The College has a long and proud history of excellence, continuous renewal, and improvement, as ranked 10th in the nation and No. 1 in New Jersey for Master's in Educational Leadership and 22nd nationally for elementary education, and 83rd for graduate school of education in the country by US News and World Report's Best Graduate Schools. It offers a broad selection of outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs in three academic departments: Teaching and Learning, Educational Foundations, Educational Leadership. The College is also home to numerous acclaimed centers and institutes, recognized for their excellence and achievements.

The Department of Educational Leadership (EDLR) and CEEL have a racially and ethnically diverse student and faculty community, are committed to student and faculty diversity, and value the educational benefits that derive from such diversity. The mission of the Department of Educational Leadership is to educate leaders who are interested in effective and transformational change in education, aligned with values of equity and social justice embedded in the mission of Montclair State University. EDLR and its faculty and staff are committed to this mission and to collaboration for developing equity-minded leaders and professionals. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in and with socially, culturally, and economically diverse communities; have a commitment to equity, justice, and antiracism in education; and/or are interested in addressing issues of inclusive education in research, teaching, and curriculum development.

THE UNIVERSITY

Montclair State University is a nationally recognized R2 research doctoral institution that empowers students, faculty, and researchers to rise above their own expectations. Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, the University today has 13 colleges and schools that serve more than 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 300 doctoral, master's and baccalaureate programs. Situated on a beautiful, 252-acre suburban campus just 12 miles from New York City, Montclair State welcomes a diverse population of students, many of whom are first generation, and delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university in a supportive and sophisticated academic environment.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Montclair State University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community that is representative of the State of New Jersey through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Montclair State University's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to thrive as a global citizen. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we are working to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the varied voices of our students, faculty, and staff. The University encourages candidates to apply who will contribute to the cultural tapestry of MSU and who value teaching a diverse student population, many of whom are first generation students.

SALARY RANGE Commensurate with experience

STARTING DATE September 1, 2024

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

• Cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements to be uploaded during the application process.

• Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates who are selected for first-round interviews.

APPLY BY: The position is open until filled, and application review begins immediately.

Department

Educational Leadership

Position Type

Faculty

Contact Information:

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