Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. To email this position to a friend, click on the Email to a Friend link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. Required Documents Resume or Curriculum Vitae Professional References First Letter of Recommendation Second Letter of Recommendation Third Letter of Recommendation Diversity Statement Statement/Philosophy of Scholarship Statement/Philosophy of Teaching The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education/STEM careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans. Requisition Number Requisition Number A837P Job Position Title Job Position Title Dean of the School of Education Department Immediate Supervisor Title Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs FLSA FLSA Exempt Grade Grade None Union Union None Status Status Full-time Total Number of Authorized Work Hours per Week Total Number of Authorized Work Hours per Week 36.25 Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year 52 Advertised Rate of Pay Advertised Rate of Pay Discussed during interview Position Summary Monmouth University seeks a dynamic, accomplished and visionary leader to serve as the Dean of the School of Education. The Dean provides overall leadership for the school and reports directly to the Provost/Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. The anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2025. Candidates who apply by November 1, 2024 will be given fullest consideration. This position is open until filled. The ideal candidate will possess a doctoral degree in education or related field, have strong knowledge and experience of K-12 School Partnerships theory and practice, experience in college teaching and accreditation processes. They will be able to maintain a progressive educational vision based on international, national and local trends and standards, and will lead the school with the implementation of the University’s Strategic Plan. The School of Education offers programs that prepare a wide range of professionals, such as teachers, school counselors, principals, speech-language pathologists, and student affairs professionals. Through the Dean’s Office, Office of Certification, Field Placements and School Partnerships, and the four academic departments, the school prepares students to move forward as educational leaders, both inside the classroom and in the local schools and communities. The four School departments include: Curriculum&Instruction, Educational Counseling&Leadership, Special Education, and Speech-Language Pathology. The School is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation ( CAEP ), the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs ( CACREP ), the Council on Academic Accreditation ( CAA ) in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association ( ASHA ), and the Association for Behavior Analysis International ( ABAI ). This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position. Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Documents Resume or Curriculum Vitae Professional References First Letter of Recommendation Second Letter of Recommendation Third Letter of Recommendation Diversity Statement Statement/Philosophy of Scholarship Statement/Philosophy of Teaching The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education/ STEM careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans. Required Skills or Software Required Years of Experience Required Years of Experience 5 Required Degree, Licenses or Certifications Other Requirements Doctoral degree in Education or related field. Strong knowledge of K-12 school partnerships theory and practice. Experience in college teaching, working in School Partnerships, Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation ( CAEP )/National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education ( NCATE ) accreditation processes, state certification rules, regulations, and codes. Five years of demonstrated successful progressive administrative experience in higher education with experience leading undergraduate and graduate programs. Able to maintain a progressive educational vision based on international, national and local trends and standards. Experience working collaboratively with a diverse population of faculty, students and administrators. A distinguished record of academic accomplishments, including effective teaching, scholarly activity, and service. Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of educational programs and professional standards. Solid understanding of Professional Development research, and experience in providing such programs to community educators. Earned rank of Full Professor. Experience in accreditation processes, especially the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation ( CAEP ), the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs ( CACREP ), the Council on Academic Accreditation ( CAA ) in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association ( ASHA ), and the Association for Behavior Analysis International ( ABAI ). Posting Date Posting Date 10/18/2024 Closing Date Tools and Equipment Tools and Equipment Tools and Equipment List any additional tools not listed above Job Duties Job Duties Duty Articulate and advocate the mission and goals of the School and provide strategic leadership of the School. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Represent the School to internal and external constituents. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Responsible for the fiscal management of the School, as well as overseeing departmental budgets. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Provide academic leadership and oversight of academic program reviews, for accredited and non-accredited programs, to continually evaluate and improve program quality and to ensure congruency with the University strategic plan. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Lead and monitor curriculum development and the scheduling of classes for undergraduate and graduate programs within the School. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Exercise leadership in the state-wide education community; guides the preparation of high-skilled, imaginative teachers; and will lead the school in a continued pursuit of national recognition of our teacher certification progress. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Direct recruitment and make recommendations to the Provost on hiring, continuance, tenure, and promotion of faculty of the School. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Provide leadership in the scholarly and professional development of the faculty. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Support professional development of Department Chairs and Dean’s Office staff and administrators. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Working with Graduate Studies, the Dean provides leadership in developing innovative graduate degree and certified programs in traditional and non-traditional delivery modes that meet the needs of our community. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Support the division of University Advancement in donor prospect cultivation and fundraising in support of the School and University priorities and initiatives. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Collaborate with University Marketing and Communications and Enrollment Management to develop advertising and marketing plans for academic programs, including print and electronic materials. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Demonstrate a commitment to promoting a culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Provide student support and mentoring. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Perform University-wide committee service. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Serve on the Council of Deans, the Distinguished Teaching Award Committee, and other committees and task forces as needed. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Reports to the Provost/Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Regular Duty Special assignments as requested. Regular or Occasional Regular or Occasional Occasional Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). Do you have a doctoral degree in Education or a related field? Yes No Do you have strong knowledge of K-12 school partnerships theory and practice? Yes No Do you have experience in college teaching, working in School Partnerships, Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)/National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) accreditation processes, state certification rules, regulations, and codes? Yes No Do you have a minimum of five years of demonstrated successful progressive administrative experience in higher education with experience leading undergraduate and graduate programs? Yes No Are you able to maintain a progressive educational vision based on international, national and local trends and standards? Yes no Do you have experience working collaboratively with a diverse population of faculty, students and administrators? Yes No Do you have a distinguished record of academic accomplishments, including effective teaching, scholarly activity, and service? Yes No Where did you hear about this job opening? (Open Ended Question) J-18808-Ljbffr