Job Information
Drake University Adjunct Instructor, Educational Leadership in Des Moines, Iowa
Title: Adjunct Instructor, Educational Leadership
Position Number: 220080
Unit/Department: Education Leadership
Salary: Commensurate with Experience.
Department Summary:
At Drake University's School of Education, we prepare world-class teachers and educational leaders. With nearly 900 undergraduate and graduate students, we’re one of the largest schools of education in the Midwest—and for good reason.
We have an exceptional record of preparing highly effective elementary and secondary teachers, school counselors, principals, superintendents, and specialists working in training and organizational development in the corporate and non-profit sectors. At the same time, we don’t let our size compromise our commitment to providing an intimate learning environment that fosters close connections between students and faculty.
Job Summary:
The Drake University Educational Leadership Team invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor. This position will be responsible for teaching Current Issues in Special Education Administration. The successful candidate will teach a cohort of aspiring principals during the Spring 2025 semester.
The course objectives have already been established. The instructor is responsible for facilitating course activities and projects designed to meet the course objectives as well as grading all related coursework.
The purpose of EDL-277: Current Issues in Special Education Administration is to address a core responsibility of school leadership – leading for the benefit of all learners, including students with disabilities and other diverse needs. This course focuses on leadership, ensuring that the needs of students are the first priority in curriculum, instruction, assessment and school organization. Also emphasized will be the ethical, legal and professional dimensions of a school culture that promotes and values diversity.
Minimum Qualifications:
Specialist degree required.
Strong background in special education
Willingness to answer student questions outside of scheduled class time in a timely manner
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctor degree preferred.
Experience building and delivering online coursework, if necessary.
Experience as a school principal, elementary or secondary.
Job Duties:
Teach using the pre-developed syllabus and provided textbook(s).
Align course instruction and assessments to NELP Standards.
Establish a standards-based grading rubric to assessing students around the course objectives.
Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the course, including both in-person and Zoom sessions, if necessary.
Maintain timely communication with students to assist them in achieving course objectives.
Monitor and document individual student progress.
Entering course grades.
Communicate with program directors as needed.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Candidates must apply online and submit a letter of interest and a resume/cv. Drake is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of the country. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. If interested and qualified, please contact Dr. Amber M. Graeber at amber.graeber@drake.edu
Review of Applications Begins:
Review of applications will begin immediately.