Assistant Professor - School of Education

Point Park University•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

The School of Education at Point Park University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a primary focus on educational leadership and teaching excellence. As a teaching university, Point Park values faculty who are deeply committed to high-quality instruction, student mentorship, and meaningful engagement with the practice of education. While scholarly and professional activity is appreciated and encouraged, the hallmark of success in this role is impactful teaching and leadership within the academic community. The successful candidate will begin in Fall 2026, and will contribute to a dynamic, student-centered academic community committed to equity, experiential learning, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Earned doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Education, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching or educational leadership roles.
Experience within PreK-12 education, higher education, or related educational settings.
Strong commitment to teaching excellence, student success, and collaborative leadership and decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in higher education, particularly in educator or leadership preparation programs.
Experience with online, hybrid, or innovative instructional models.
Background in program leadership, accreditation, or assessment.
Record of professional practice, applied scholarship, or research aligned with leadership and education.
Experience integrating technology, experiential learning, or community-based partnerships into instruction.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive leadership and teaching.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in educational leadership, teacher preparation, or related areas aligned with expertise and program needs.
Model exemplary, student-centered, and inclusive teaching practices across face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning environments.
Design authentic learning experiences that connect theory to practice and emphasize leadership, decision-making, and real-world problem solving.
Continuously assess and improve courses using student feedback, assessment data, and current best practices.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, supporting academic success, professional growth, and leadership development.
Support candidates in developing professional dispositions aligned with ethical, effective educational leadership.
Contribute to supervision of practicum, field-based experiences, and student-teaching, as appropriate.
Provide leadership within the School of Education through curriculum development, program assessment, student learning assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate actively in faculty governance, university committee work, and university and School of Education accreditation processes.
Collaborate with colleagues and community partners to strengthen educator preparation and leadership pathways.
Engage in scholarly, professional, or applied work consistent with a teaching-focused university, such as practitioner research, program evaluation, curriculum innovation, or professional presentations.
Remain current in educational research, policy, and leadership practices.
Contribute to the professional community through service, partnerships, or professional organizations.