Pro Tem Professor of Practice / Administrator Licensure Program Open Pool - University of Oregon

Department: College of Education 
Rank: Professor of Practice 
Annual Basis: 9 month 

Review of Applications Begins 

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as needs arise. 

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Applications are completed online and must include: 

• a letter of interest
• a current résumé/curriculum vita 

All application materials should specifically address how you as an applicant meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. 

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and will continue until positions are filled. This pool will remain active until June 30, 2025. 

Department Summary 

The College of Education at the UO is a community of leading researchers and practitioners dedicated to transformational scholarship, integrated teaching, and collaborative practice designed to enhance individual lives and systems within a culture that values diversity and promotes respect and inclusion. The COE is home to 3 academic departments, 14 academic degree programs, 14 research and outreach units, the HEDCO Clinic, and the HEDCO Institute. Our goal at the COE is to set our graduates on career-long paths to purposeful, reflective, creative, and meaningful careers; addressing inequity and racial injustice is a thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusing on critical and effective pedagogies.  

The College of Education is proud to partner with the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (COSA) to offer a variety of programs to support current and future administrators in Oregon starting in July 2023. Pending curriculum review approvals, program offerings will include: Principal License, Principal License with a master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Professional Administrator License, Professional Administrator License with an Education Specialist Degree, and Doctorate in Educational Leadership. 
Position Summary 

The University of Oregon’s Administrator Licensure Program in the College of Education seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic instructional and supervision vacancies. Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. Professors of Practice / Administrator Licensure instructional and internship supervisors work with the Administrator Licensure program’s students and faculty to apply their professional experience leading schools at local and system levels to programs.  

Professors of Practice / Internship Supervisors provide individual and group coaching and feedback for Administrator Licensure candidates during their internship site experiences.   

Professors of Practice teach graduate-level courses in the Administrator Licensure program. Instructional duties include course preparation, teaching, preparation and evaluation of student assignments and exams, and maintenance of office hours. 

Topic areas for instruction and supervision may include: educational policy, governance and ethics, school and community relations, evidence-based decision-making, education law, education finance, etc. 

Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. Appointment level varies, based on supervisory or instructional load. Hours vary depending on the schedules of students under supervision and/or course schedule.  

All faculty are expected to contribute to the equity and inclusion goals of the college and to incorporate the best inclusive practices indicated in their field of expertise. Addressing issues such as inequities and racial injustice is a thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusing on critical and effective pedagogies. We are committed to enhancing the culture of the College of Education (COE) by continuing to increase the diversity of our people, programs, and curricula.   

The College of Education welcomes a broad spectrum of candidates and particularly invites applications from women, ethnic and racial minorities, and other individuals who are underrepresented in the profession. Additionally, candidates who have worked with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. In deciding whether to apply for a position at the COE, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the COE's Mission, Purpose, and Vision to help determine their potential success: https://education.uoregon.edu/about-us. 

Minimum Requirements 

• Earned master’s degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Progressive experience leading educational institutions at the local, district, and state levels (normally 12 years). 
• A record of excellence in establishing and maintaining organizational partnerships with education stakeholders at the local and state level.
• A record of experience developing and implementing policies and/or programs designed to improve student learning and educational outcomes.
• A record of, or evidence of potential for, excellence in teaching and student advising at the graduate level. 

Professional Competencies 

• Demonstrated potential to contribute positively to our diverse community and to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that will enhance community relations and support graduate student training.
• For instruction positions: Ability to teach a broad array of applied leadership courses on topics such as educational policy, governance, and ethics, school and community relations, evidence-based decision-making, education law, education finance, etc. 
• For supervisor positions: Ability to supervise future educational leaders in their internship placements by conducting observations, providing feedback, and coordinating with the cooperating organizations and staff. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Earned doctoral degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Record of experience conducting research and/or collaborating with researchers in  implementing evidence-based practices.
• Excellent communication skills for translating research and scholarship in education for policy makers, practitioners, and community stakeholders.
• Experience or interest in preparing educational leaders to serve linguistically, socially, and culturally diverse students. 

______________________________________________________________________________________All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. 

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits. 

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112. 

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here.   

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