Educational Leadership Assistant Prof of Practice

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Practice in Educational Leadership
Doane University College of Education
Description of Work: Join an innovative and active learning community whose students and faculty value servant
leadership, continuous improvement, and student learning in education. In accordance with the
College of Education’s commitment to Learn, Challenge, Empower, and Transform, Doane
University seeks to fill an open position of Assistant Professor of Practice (non-tenure track) with
an emphasis in scholarly development, cultural proficiency, and emerging education
specializations. Primary responsibilities for this 12-month faculty position include teaching and
advising in the growing Master of Education in Educational Leadership Program.
Doane University’s Educational Leadership Cadre program is offered in Omaha, Lincoln, and
North Platte. This position offers flexibility for innovative program expansion and engagement in
scholarship, based on an individual candidate’s intellectual curiosity and strengths. Doane
faculty enjoy teaching courses with an average 12:1 student/teacher ratio and develop programs
that build connections with students and faculty in PK-12 and higher education settings.
Doane University actively works to create and sustain a welcoming learning community for all
members to fulfill individual and community potential, feel valued, and make meaningful
contributions to the University. Doane University is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks
candidates who reflect the diversity of our society. In accordance with USCIS regulations,
successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Doane is unable
to sponsor applicants for work visas.
Doane University includes campuses in Crete, Lincoln, and Omaha, Nebraska. This position
may be based in Omaha and/or Lincoln, as well as potentially teaching courses online. Master of
Education in Educational Leadership Program courses meet on weekend dates throughout the
fall and spring semesters, with weekday courses in June and July.
For questions about the role, please contact Educational Leadership Program Director, Teresa
Perkins, Ed.D. (402-763-2994; teresa.perkins@doane.edu)

Minimum Required Qualifications
Candidates should have approximately 5 years of educational leadership experience and be
eligible for or have held a Nebraska school administrative certificate.
Official transcript of degree or degree in progress will be required as a condition for employment.
Preferred Qualifications A terminal degree in Education is preferred, while current doctoral students and ABD are
considered. Higher education teaching experience is preferred. Candidates with experience
working with diverse populations, urban education, global education, and adult learners are also
preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications
Physical/Environmental/Working Conditions
Working Conditions This position may be based in Omaha and/or Lincoln, as well as potentially teaching courses
online. Master of Education in Educational Leadership Program courses meet on weekend dates
throughout the fall and spring semesters, with weekday courses in June and July.

Travel Required No
Background Check Required Yes
Outdoor Exposure Primarily exposed to indoor elements
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number FAC016
Desired Start Date Summer 2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant

HOW TO APPLY:
Click on “Apply for this Job" and then either create an application or edit your current application
that is on file. Please attach four (4) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format: a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and PDFs of transcripts of all graduate work.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Quick Link for Direct
Access to Posting https://doane.peopleadmin.com/postings/1276
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Transcripts
Optional Documents