"Associate Professor of Educational Leadership-PK-12 Education"

Department of Educational Leadership

Associate Professor of Educational Leadership—PK-12 Education

The Department of Educational Leadership at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for a full-time, tenured, or tenure-eligible Associate Professor of Educational Leadership (PK-12 Education) beginning August 10, 2026 (position # 003045). The position will primarily serve the Master of School Administration and the EdD program in Educational Leadership, which leads to North Carolina principal and superintendent licensure. Graduate-level coursework may be delivered in various formats, including face-to-face, hybrid/blended, and occasionally fully online. Teaching responsibilities may include classes related to school leadership, operations, policy, curriculum and supervision, and law.

Responsibilities.

Teach courses in the Department of Educational Leadership primarily in the field of PK-12 school improvement, accountability, and equity; demonstrate scholarly productivity in research; support the scholarly work of students (serve on and chair dissertations); seek external funds to support research activities; provide service to the field and profession; and participate in program, department, college, and university service.

Qualifications.

We seek a faculty colleague to join a high-achieving, dynamic, and collaborative Cato College of Education and Department of Educational Leadership, who is committed to developing professionals through Equity, Excellence, and Engagement. The Cato College of Education and the Educational Leadership Department strives to develop a deep understanding of and respect for all students and colleagues. Therefore, we encourage applications from professionals who may help us achieve these goals. Required qualifications include (1) an earned doctorate in Educational Leadership/Administration or a closely related field from an accredited university, (2) a demonstrated commitment to PK-12 school and district leadership through professional experience, scholarship, and service, (3) a demonstrated track record of active research in areas associated with educational leadership, and (4) experience teaching graduate-level courses.

Preferred qualifications include: (1) leadership and/or teaching experience in a PK-12 school and/or district setting, (2) evidence of grants or grant applications in the field of education or educational leadership, and (3) familiarity with the use of online instructional technologies.

Setting.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte received Carnegie R1 status in 2025 and offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 32,000 students. Charlotte is among the fastest-growing large metropolitan areas in the United States and remains one of the New South’s most beautiful cities. The university is also fast-growing with new facilities and infrastructure, including the light rail line to uptown and south Charlotte. Charlotte offers a vast array of cultural and recreational opportunities along with outstanding medical and community services to meet the interests and needs of a diverse population. In addition, Charlotte is two hours from the Blue Ridge Mountains and four hours from the Carolina beaches. The university is within the boundaries of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg (CMS) public school system, which receives widespread recognition as one of America’s best school districts. With NCATE accreditation and over 100 full-time faculty, the College serves more than 2,500 students through undergraduate and graduate programs, including five doctoral programs, and is one of the largest teacher education degree-granting institutions in the state.

Applications.

Application materials should include:

• A cover letter that describes how the applicant’s professional qualifications relate to the position description and a concise statement of research, teaching, and service agendas, as well as PK-12 teaching or leadership experience, if applicable;
• A current curriculum vita;
• Unofficial copies of transcripts of all graduate coursework completed (“Official” transcripts required for finalists);
• Names, addresses (including titles and institutions), telephone numbers, and email addresses of five references; and
• Other supporting materials relevant to the applicant’s educational leadership, scholarship, and teaching.

Apply electronically at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/postings/65437 (position number #003045). Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Please attach the following documents with your electronic submission: application cover letter, vita, full contact information for five references, and any other supporting materials. Application materials review will begin January 16, 2026, and the search will continue until the position is filled.

For more information: Search information, contact jkudlats@charlotte.edu. For information about the Department of Educational Leadership, please visit https://edld.charlotte.edu. For UNC Charlotte information, please visit http://www.charlotte.edu.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is committed to equality of educational and employment opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on any protected status.