Instructor (3 Year) - Educational Specialties Clarksville, TN, United States Be the First to Apply Job Description The Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University (APSU) invites applications for a three-year temporary instructor position in the Educational Specialties department, primarily in the MAEd Educational Leadership Studies program, beginning July 30, 2027.This practitioner-focused program
is designed to prepare aspiring school leaders for principal licensure in Tennessee. Coursework is grounded in applied leadership contexts and aligned to the Tennessee Instructional Leadership Standards (TILS). Candidates with direct school and/or district leadership experience are strongly encouraged to apply.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include:Ability and willingness to work collaboratively
with colleagues while supporting the mission of the College and UniversityGraduate-level teaching in educational leadership, primarily in the MAEd programAcademic advising and student supportService to the department, College, and UniversityAdministrative tasks for program supportOther duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPossess the knowledge, talents, and skills in educational leadership to support
effective teachingAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations in the University setting and the publicAbility to problem-solve and think criticallyAbility to collaborate for program support and continuous improvementExperience with online course design with updates in current research and professional practicesExperience with online teaching
and student support Preferred expertise in one or more of the following areas:School lawInstructional leadershipSchool improvementOrganizational leadershipPrincipal preparation, educator licensure, or field-based mentorshipPhysical RequirementsExerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Required
Minimum QualificationsDemonstrated P-12 school or district leadership experience (e.g., principal, assistant principal, district administrator, instructional coach)Familiarity with Tennessee educator licensure requirements and principal preparation standardsExperience teaching or mentoring adult learners in applied or field-based settingsEarned doctorate (EdD or Ph.D.) from an accredited institution in Educational
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