Part-time Faculty, Educational Administration - Teacher Education

Location : Multiple LocationsJob Type: Part-time FacultyJob Number: 202500194Division: Academic AffairsDepartment: Teacher EducationOpening Date: 09/04/2025Closing Date: 9/4/2026 11:59 PM EasternBargaining Unit Status: Excluded from Any Bargaining UnitSalary Grade: PFFull-time Equivalency: 0.03Additional Information: Part-time faculty are pooled positions; appointments are made on an as-needed/rolling basis.Summary of PositionTeaches graduate-level courses in educational administration with a focus on PK-12 leadership, including topics in school finance and budgeting, organizational management, school improvement, and policy implementation. Brings extensive experience in district- and building-level administration to prepare aspiring principals and superintendents for licensure. Engages students through case studies, applied projects, and leadership simulations; provides academic advising and mentoring; and collaborates with program faculty to align curriculum with state licensure standards. Contributes to a positive learning environment that supports the multi-faceted needs of adult learners preparing for educational leadership roles.Position InformationWork Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday. Teaching assignments may be remote or at various locations.The Department of Teacher Education and Leadership Studies at Youngstown State University invites applications for a part-time faculty position in Educational Administration. We are seeking an accomplished educational leader with substantial PK-12 administrative experience who can bring real-world insights to the preparation of future principals and superintendents.This role offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of educational leaders through engaging instruction, academic mentoring, and collaboration with a dedicated faculty team.Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.Qualifications and CompetenciesRequired Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: Ohio professional administrative licensure (Superintendent and Principal); and must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership, Education Administration, or closely related field; PK-12 administrative experience at both building and district levels (e.g., principal, assistant superintendent, superintendent); knowledge of Ohio school finance and experience with financial management; current Ohio professional administrative licensure (Superintendent, Principal); demonstrated knowledge of school improvement planning, curriculum development, educator evaluation, and instructional leadership; and must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching or mentoring graduate students in educational leadership or administration. Expertise in hybrid, online, and face-to-face instructional delivery models. Experience developing and facilitating professional development for educators. Ability to integrate real-world leadership scenarios into instruction. Familiarity with Ohio licensure requirements for PK-12 administrators. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Experience guiding teams through curriculum development, educator evaluation, and community engagement. Previously served in leadership roles at both the building and district levels, demonstrating a proven ability to manage finances, implement school improvement initiatives, lead instructional innovation, and manage organizational change.Supplemental InformationUpload a cover letter that describes your PK-12 administrative experience and other relevant qualifications.Upload copy of administrative licenses.Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file.At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar's signature.This position is not eligible for benefits.01Do you have a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership, Education Administration, or closely related field?YesNo02Do you have PK-12 administrative experience at both building and district levels (e.g., principal, assistant superintendent, superintendent)?YesNo03Do you have knowledge of Ohio school finance and experience with financial management?YesNo04Do you have a current Ohio professional administrative licensure (Superintendent, Principal)?YesNo05Do you have demonstrated knowledge of school improvement planning, curriculum development, educator evaluation, and instructional leadership?YesNo06What is the highest level of education that you have attained?Did not complete high school.High school diploma/GED or equivalentSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctoral degreePost doctoral degreeJuris doctor degree07Please describe your related experience, including information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.