Assistant Professor of Instruction, Education Administration

Xavier University • Home, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Education at Xavier University seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Instruction in Educational Administration to begin in Fall 2027. The role requires campus office hours and substantial K–12 school leadership experience, demonstrated excellence in online teaching, and a commitment to preparing ethical, reflective, and effective educational leaders. In keeping with the university’s Jesuit Catholic mission, the faculty member will support students’ academic and professional development and foster a learning environment grounded in service, reflection, compassion, inclusion, and care for the whole person.

The position carries an annual teaching expectation of 24 credit hours. The faculty member will teach graduate courses in educational administration and leadership, including online courses; develop and revise curriculum; advise and mentor graduate students; maintain relationships with school districts and other education partners; and contribute to program assessment, accreditation, recruitment, continuous improvement, and service. The position begins in August 2027. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in educational leadership or a closely related field.
• Three to five years of successful experience as a building principal in a public or private K–12 educational setting.
• Demonstrated excellence in online teaching.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to establish rapport with diverse populations.
• Ability to foster student learning, development, decision-making, success, wellness, and responsiveness to individual needs.
• Empathy and compassion for the experiences and perspectives of others.
• Understanding of and commitment to Xavier University’s Jesuit Catholic mission and identity.
• Valid Ohio administrative license or ability to obtain one within the first year of employment.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Evidence of relevant professional experience within the past five years, such as curriculum development, professional presentations, leadership initiatives, publications, or other professional contributions.
• Ability to complete required BCI and FBI background checks.

Nice To Haves

• School leadership experience in both public and private educational settings.
• Experience with graduate-level educational administration or leadership programs.
• Experience advising, mentoring, or supervising aspiring school leaders.
• Experience developing online courses and delivering high-quality asynchronous or synchronous instruction.
• Experience cultivating school–university partnerships.
• Demonstrated experience or sustained interest in Catholic school leadership.
• Familiarity with Ohio educational leadership standards, principal licensure requirements, and school improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in educational administration and leadership, including courses delivered online.
• Develop and revise curriculum in alignment with program outcomes, professional standards, licensure requirements, and effective educational leadership practices.
• Advise and mentor graduate students pursuing educational leadership degrees, licenses, and certificates.
• Support students’ learning, professional development, decision-making, wellness, and progress toward academic and career goals.
• Maintain relationships with school districts, educational organizations, Catholic schools, and other community partners.
• Participate in program assessment, accreditation, recruitment, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to service responsibilities of the School of Education and university.
• Perform other faculty responsibilities consistent with the position and the needs of the School of Education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance plans.
• Health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree