Superintendent-in-Residence - Department of Educational Leadership (1/4-time position)

Position Title: Superintendent-in-Residence, Department of Educational Leadership (1/4-time position) 

Position Tracking Number: F184

School/College: School of Education 

Department: Educational Leadership 

Location: Azusa, CA and online 

About APU:

APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is edifying to God and to one another.

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship, faith integration, diversity, and internationalization, APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University, recognizing APU’s high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering more than 100 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at seven regional locations across Southern California, APU continues to be recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report.

Description:

This is a 11-month clinical faculty position in Azusa Pacific University's Department of Educational Leadership which includes a doctoral program with the goal of preparing P-12 educators identified as promising leaders with the theoretical and practical understanding to lead amidst the changing environment of the nation's P-12 schools. We are seeking a creative and collaborative colleague who is a current (or recent) superintendent to enhance P-12 program partnerships, collaborate with traditional faculty on curricular matters, represent the programs to external partners, and serve the program in traditional faculty roles (teaching, dissertation committee membership, presentations, etc.). Programs in the Department of Educational Leadership are accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Specialization:

Expertise in one of the following curricular areas: leadership and change; equity and access; ethics; educational policy; or strategic planning. 

Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will serve in a combination of the following opportunities: teach a graduate or doctoral course; represent the department's programs to prospective students; present professional development sessions; serve as guest speaker or classroom lecturer; mentor students; serve on dissertation committees, and maintain a professional faculty agenda (research or clinical partnership). In addition, all faculty are expected to contribute to ongoing program improvement efforts and participate in committee service at the program, School and/or University level, as well as to the broader professional community. 

Level: Assistant professor 

Qualifications: 

• A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University (Faculty members are required to sign a "Statement of Faith," available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe and to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook. The University has an expectation of and provides support for faith integration across the curriculum) 
• Earned doctorate in education from a regionally accredited college or university 

Experience:

• Superintendent experience in the public school sector is highly preferred, though deputy superintendents may also be considered
• Hold current California administrative credential or be California-credential eligible
• Prior graduate teaching and dissertation experience preferred
• Demonstration of collegial teamwork and desire to collaborate with colleagues to meet program and department needs 
• An established record of success in serving ethnically diverse populations
• Experience with online teaching preferred 

Workload: 

• Full-time faculty 11-month contract at 1/4 time (average of 12 hours per week). 
• The typical workload includes teaching, dissertation committee work, program representation, service, advising, and recruitment.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects. 
• Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
• Self starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

Hire Date: August 2024

Compensation:

$16,640 to $28,228.50 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package.

Additional Information: 

Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Please click the links to learn more about 'what we believe', our 'mission statement', and our 'statement of faith'.

You can learn more about APU by watching the stories of faculty, staff, and alumni as they carry out our mission here: http://www.apu.edu/stories/

Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Azusa Pacific University conducts background checks on all final candidates.