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The Educational Administration and Supervision program is housed in the Department of Educational Psychology and Leadership. The program prepares individuals for many careers in school, district, network, and other organizational leadership and administration through a master’s program and DPI-approved administrative licensure programs. Specializations lead to single or dual licensure as Principal (5051), Director of Instruction (5010), and/or Director of Special Education and Pupil Services (5080). 

We are hiring a Core Teaching Faculty position to help lead the Educational Administration and Supervision program. This is a 9-month position with potential for summer teaching as available. The successful candidate will (1) teach graduate level courses on education administration, (2) provide administrative service for the program, and 3) serve as a core faculty member and attend department and program-related functions (e.g., program faculty meetings, etc.). We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in K-12 educational administration, and experience (or interest) in college-level instruction. The program has a strong commitment to culturally informed and equitable pedagogy and training. For more information, please visit the program’s web page:  https://uwm.edu/education/departments/administrative-leadership/  

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Program coordination, including managing student recruitment, admissions processes, retention, practica and capstone activities, and degree and licensure approval for three licensure programs (#5010, #5051, #5080).  

• Teaching courses in the area of Educational Administration and developing curricular innovations as needed. 

• Serve as the administrative licensure program area liaison with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), and the UWM School of Education Council for Professional Education (CPE). 

• Coordinate with SOE personnel on maintaining programmatic records and develop required reports for the University and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. 

• Engagement in the Department of Educational Psychology & Leadership and the School of Education.

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The UWM School of Education (SOE) offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degree programs, and certifications in over 46 program areas. The SOE faculty recognizes the necessity to be leaders for equity and social justice to improve our nation’s public educational system The School’s key mission is to provide leadership and inspiration for learning and human development in urban communities, and its central vision is to become a premier urban school of education recognized for its diversity and known for excellence in teaching, learning and research. As a community of scholars, the SOE faculty views research as a primary asset since effective educational and societal decisions are derived from that knowledge-base. This asset affirms the faculty’s intent to continue to adapt, develop, and expand its efforts to serve diverse populations, train future scholars and practitioners, and promote an atmosphere of free inquiry. Please visit the school’s website at www.uwm.edu/education 

Compensation:

The target hiring salary is $60,000-$72,000/annually on an academic, 9-month basis.  Final salary offer will be contingent upon degree and the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process. 

Required Qualifications:

• Hold an MS, MA, or MSED or higher degree in Educational Administration, Administrative Leadership, or a closely-related field from an accredited higher education institution by the time of application.  
• Ability to teach college-level courses in the field of educational administration, including familiarity with high impact practices for teaching online courses. 
• Prior K-12 teaching and/or administrative experience in K-12 settings.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in program administration and coordination, preferably in an educational administration (K-12) setting.

• Familiarity with DPI (Department of Public Instruction) requirements for administrative licenses such as principal, director of instruction, and director of special education and pupil services in the state of Wisconsin

• Hold an Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Educational Administration, Administrative Leadership, or a closely-related field from an accredited higher education institution by the time of application. 

• Experience working with diverse student populations and demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion through teaching, research, and/or service.
  

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online a provide a cover letter and detailed CV/resume that addresses your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications. 

PLEASE NOTE: cover letter and CV/resume will need to be uploaded to the same upload area in the application.   

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and CV /resume will not be considered.

Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications

Apply by the application deadline, October 30, 2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Josh Xiong ([email protected]).

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.