Job Details

Clinical Faculty Educational Leadership

Position Number: 6877352
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Education - Edu. Admin & Leadership (study of)

Clinical Faculty Educational Leadership

Posting Number: F001408P
Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience. Summer contracts to be negotiated annually with the Dean.
Location: Boise, Moscow, Coeur dAlene
Primary Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Primary Unit: Leadership and Counseling
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title: Clinical Faculty
Position Control Number: 2604
Suffix: 00
Contingency Code: Not Applicable
FTE:

Contract Basis: Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Extension Type: Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable):

Position Summary:

The Department of Leadership and Counseling at the University of Idaho is seeking a non-tenure track Clinical Faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor to join our Educational Leadership team. This 9-month position is designed for a dynamic educator and practitioner committed to preparing future K-12 administrators, including principals, superintendents, and directors of special education.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering high-quality instruction and mentorship
Engaging in community outreach and service activities
Contributing to program, department, and college-level committees and events

We are seeking a candidate who can contribute significantly to our mission to develop effective educational leaders for Idahos schools and beyond. The role emphasizes teaching excellence with no research responsibilities.
This position has a flexible work location; the candidate has the option of working out of our Boise, Coeur dAlene, or Moscow campuses.

Unit/Department Summary:

https://www.uidaho.edu/ed/lc

Administrative Summary:
Contingency Description:
Teaching & Advising: 80%
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 0%
Outreach & Extension: 15%
University Service & Leadership: 5%

Minimum Education/Degree Required:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications:

Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or closely related field.
Experience teaching courses or facilitating professional development workshops aligned to preparation standards and state certification requirements for principal, superintendent, and special education director positions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of three years of successful, contracted K-12 administrative experience as a principal, assistant principal, central office administrator, superintendent/assistant superintendent, or special education director/assistant director.
Recent leadership experience in building- or district-level roles, including mentoring or supervision of principals, special education programs, finance, HR, facilities, or school improvement.
Demonstrated experience teaching online graduate-level educational leadership courses, including course design, assessment, and supervision of field-based learning.
Demonstrated success partnering with districts, state agencies, or cooperatives on leadership pipelines, accreditation, or improvement initiatives.
Expertise in one or more high-need domains: instructional leadership and MTSS; special education law and compliance; school law and policy; data-informed improvement; budgeting and resource allocation; community engagement and board relations; facilities and operations.
Evidence of improving student outcomes, school/district systems, or special education compliance and services through prior leadership roles.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Posting Date: 01/26/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is open until filled. However, applications received on or before February 13, 2026, will receive first consideration.
Applicants, please include (1) current curriculum vitae, (2) cover letter specifically addressing the candidates experience related to the required and preferred qualifications (3) names and contact information for three references, (4) unofficial transcripts, (5) 1-page maximum teaching philosophy, and (6) optional evidence of relevant administrative licensure. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets required qualifications.
Appropriate work authorization is required for this position. New H-1B visa sponsorship from University of Idaho will not be supported until further notice. Other visa sponsorship may be available depending on the candidates eligibility. Please contact the International Program Office at intlemp@uidaho.edu for additional visa eligibility information.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50658

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.