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Department Information
The Educational Leadership programs are dedicated to excellence in teaching and in the success of our students. Our mission is to prepare current and future educational leaders for effective leadership roles at the school or district level. Our faculty provide authentic learning experiences, active engagement, and innovative strategies relevant to contemporary learners through an online course environment.
The University of West Georgia's (UWG) Educational Leadership (EDLE) programs include Tier 1 Educational Leadership (certification only, comparable to Master's Level courses) and Tier 2 Educational Leadership (degree or certification, Specialist Level courses). The EDLE programs are part of the Leadership, Research, and School Improvement Department of the College of Education and are fully online.
Students in the Educational Leadership programs include K-12 classroom teachers interested in future roles in leadership, instructional coaches, other educators (e.g., technology specialist, lead teachers, program coordinators) and current school/district leaders. Through the EDLE course work, students are seeking to improve their knowledge, skills, and competencies and also gain PSC leadership certification.
Job Summary
Applications are being accepted for a part-time teaching pool. These positions may be available each semester and are virtual.
The Educational Leadership Program at the University of West Georgia is seeking part time adjunct faculty. In addition to full-time faculty, part-time faculty, with successful experience in educational leadership (e.g., principals, district office personnel, regional or state educational leaders), are critical to the mission of the department and the development of new school and district leaders.
Responsibilities
Part-time adjunct faculty are sought to teach (on an as needed basis) in the Tier 1 and Tier 2 certification programs on topics that include:

• Principles of Instructional Leadership
• School Law and Ethics
• Using Data to Improve Schools
• Leadership for Student Learning
• School Operations for Learning
• Schools and Community Engagement
• School Finance and Resource Management
• Ethics in Educational Leadership
• Leadership for Organizational Change and Improvement
• Effective Management to Promote Student Learning
• Instructional Leadership for Improving Schools
• Leadership for Equity and Excellence

Please note in your application which courses you are interested in teaching.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• An earned terminal degree in Educational Leadership or related field from an accredited institution

Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of three years' experience as a practicing PK-12 educational leader

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Georgia Professional Standards Commission policies and procedures
• Online teaching experience

Proposed Salary
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications
Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae

Apply Before Date
Applications will be accepted each semester and positions will be filled based on need and enrollment
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM.