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School Of Social Work At Monmouth University

Dean of the School of Education

School Of Social Work At Monmouth University, West Long Branch, New Jersey, us, 07764


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Required DocumentsResume or Curriculum VitaeProfessional ReferencesFirst Letter of RecommendationSecond Letter of RecommendationThird Letter of RecommendationDiversity StatementStatement/Philosophy of ScholarshipStatement/Philosophy of TeachingThe 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 NumberRequisition Number

A837PJob Position TitleJob Position Title

Dean of the School of EducationDepartmentImmediate Supervisor Title

Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic AffairsFLSAFLSA

ExemptGradeGrade

NoneUnionUnion

NoneStatusStatus

Full-timeTotal Number of Authorized Work Hours per WeekTotal Number of Authorized Work Hours per Week

36.25Total Number of Authorized Work Weeks per YearTotal Number of Authorized Work Weeks per Year

52Advertised Rate of PayAdvertised Rate of Pay

Discussed during interviewPosition SummaryMonmouth 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 DocumentsResume or Curriculum VitaeProfessional ReferencesFirst Letter of RecommendationSecond Letter of RecommendationThird Letter of RecommendationDiversity StatementStatement/Philosophy of ScholarshipStatement/Philosophy of TeachingThe 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 SoftwareRequired Years of ExperienceRequired Years of Experience

5Required Degree, Licenses or CertificationsOther RequirementsDoctoral 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

10/18/2024Closing DateTools and Equipment

Tools and EquipmentTools and EquipmentList any additional tools not listed aboveJob Duties

Job DutiesDutyArticulate and advocate the mission and goals of the School and provide strategic leadership of the School.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyRepresent the School to internal and external constituents.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyResponsible for the fiscal management of the School, as well as overseeing departmental budgets.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyProvide 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 OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyLead and monitor curriculum development and the scheduling of classes for undergraduate and graduate programs within the School.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyExercise 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 OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyDirect recruitment and make recommendations to the Provost on hiring, continuance, tenure, and promotion of faculty of the School.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyProvide leadership in the scholarly and professional development of the faculty.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutySupport professional development of Department Chairs and Dean’s Office staff and administrators.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyWorking 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 OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutySupport the division of University Advancement in donor prospect cultivation and fundraising in support of the School and University priorities and initiatives.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyCollaborate with University Marketing and Communications and Enrollment Management to develop advertising and marketing plans for academic programs, including print and electronic materials.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyDemonstrate a commitment to promoting a culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyProvide student support and mentoring.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyPerform University-wide committee service.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyServe on the Council of Deans, the Distinguished Teaching Award Committee, and other committees and task forces as needed.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutyReports to the Provost/Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

RegularDutySpecial assignments as requested.Regular or OccasionalRegular or Occasional

OccasionalSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a doctoral degree in Education or a related field?

YesNo

* Do you have strong knowledge of K-12 school partnerships theory and practice?

YesNo

* 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?

YesNo

* Do you have a minimum of five years of demonstrated successful progressive administrative experience in higher education with experience leading undergraduate and graduate programs?

YesNo

* Are you able to maintain a progressive educational vision based on international, national and local trends and standards?

Yesno

* Do you have experience working collaboratively with a diverse population of faculty, students and administrators?

YesNo

* Do you have a distinguished record of academic accomplishments, including effective teaching, scholarly activity, and service?

YesNo

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