PURPOSE OF JOB

The Chair of the Education Department furthers the University's mission and vision by supporting academic excellence and fostering a environment where both students and faculty can succeed. The Department prepares educators for elementary and secondary schools, with a specific focus on Maryland and Seventh-Day Adventist school systems. The programs offered provide a broad based liberal arts foundation and practical applications that foster the holistic development of students who are liberally educated and professionally prepared.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Directs the Education Department by providing vision and guidance in harmony with University's mission and strategic plan.
• Works in harmony with various accrediting bodies in order to maintain or seek appropriate accreditation.
• Teaches courses, supervises clinical experiences, directs student research, advises students, and engages in scholarly/clinical work in areas of interest.
• Work collaboratively with constituents (School of Graduate and Professional Studies (SGPS), Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Columbia Union Education Division of the Seventh-day Adventist and state and local early childhood programs.
• Assists in data collection and report writing for program assessment
• Serves on program committees within the department and university
• Provides leadership and service to the university, region, state and national level.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Terminal degree required, Ph.D in Education, Education Administration, Curriculum Development, and/or Educational Leadership preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive leadership experience in secondary or tertiary academic setting.
• Experience with grants and grant writing.
• Successful fiscal management in a professional setting.
• Certified or qualified for Maryland Teacher's Certification.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Washington Adventist University is committed to equal employment opportunities, and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, age, race, color, or national origin. The University  reserves constitutional and statutory rights as a religious institution and employer to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist church, and claims specific exemption from Title IX provisions as set forth in 34 CRF (and subsections), insofar as they conflict with the Seventh-day Adventist teaching and practices.

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