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Lecturer - Leadership Programs - Graduate School of Education

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Position overview

Position title: Lecturer or Lecturer Summer Sessions, Non-Tenure track
Salary range: These are academic year appointments and subject to the normal processes of academic review. Salary is commensurate with experience but typically begin at $62,455 and prorated in accordance with experience and instructional workload calculation. UC Berkeley has an excellent benefits package as well as a number of policies and programs to support employees as they balance work and family. This position is in a represented bargaining unit.
Percent time: These are temporary, part-time appointments.
Anticipated start: January 1, for Spring appointments; Summer course begin dates fluctuate between May 23, 2022 and July 5, 2022 and Fall appointments begin July 1, or August 1, 2022
Position duration: One to two semesters with possible extension. Summer Sessions lasts from 3-10 weeks.

Position description

The Graduate School of Education (GSE) at the University of California, Berkeley is generating an applicant pool of qualified Lecturers to teach in the Leaders for Equity and Democracy (LEAD EdD) or the Principal Leadership Institute (PLI). Screening of applicants begins immediately and continues as needed. Applicants will be selected from this pool to be appointed in Summer Sessions 2022 or 2023 or in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023. The number of positions vary from semester to semester and appointments may be renewed based on need and performance.

We are seeking outstanding Lecturers who can teach or co-teach courses in PLI and LEAD. The PLI culminates in a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership + Preliminary Administrative Services Credential for candidates hoping to become school site leaders, and LEAD provides a doctorate in Educational Leadership and is designed for practicing school leaders who aspire to attain system leadership positions. Qualified members of systemically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.


Anticipated positions include Lecturers who will teach the following:

  • School Data Analysis for Principals: The PLI is currently seeking a Lecturer to teach this course in Summer 2022 and Fall 2022. The course focuses on how equitable school leaders use data analysis as a tool for continuous improvement and school reform. Topics include technical skills related to data analysis as well as adaptive skills around communicating data to stakeholder groups.

  • Leading Systems in Crisis: LEAD is currently seeking an instructor to teach this course during Spring 2023. This course focuses on developing the political, technical, relational and normative strategies needed to lead during times of disruption or uncertainty.

  • Candidates will be considered for other courses in PLI or LEAD based on qualifications and experience.

General Duties: In addition to teaching responsibilities, duties include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials, and collaborating with program leadership, program staff, instructors, and supervisors.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Advanced degree is required.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

To teach in PLI: M.A. + Administrative Services Credential, or equivalent international degree.

To teach in LEAD: Ed.D. or Ph.D., or equivalent international degree.

Preferred qualifications

The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years professional experience in public education settings, preferably in a site or systems level leadership position. The Graduate School of Education is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Cover Page - Please indicate indicate whether you are applying for a Lecturer position in LEAD or PLI

  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy

  • Statement on Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion if hired at Berkeley (for additional information go to https://ofew.berkeley.edu/recruitment/contributions-diversity).
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF03343

Help contact: jbevington@berkeley.edu

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Berkeley, California