Director of the School of Education - Gannon University

Gannon University, a top-ranked Catholic comprehensive Master’s Regional University, seeks a leader who can collaborate with a dynamic faculty that prepares motivated students intellectually, professionally and personally for leadership roles in their careers, society and church. Gannon is committed to student-centered learning, with an emphasis on professional education integrated with liberal-learning student outcomes, and interactive teaching and learning styles. The University’s exceptional faculty engage in creative scholarly activities and are passionate about service to regional and global communities. The School of Education is one of six schools within the University and is housed within the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. The successful candidate must be able to support the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.
Gannon University invites nominations and applications to serve as Director of the School of Education. The new Director will facilitate continued growth and development in the School of Education in order to continue its longstanding tradition of excellence in educating compassionate and talented teachers. Gannon desires an individual with notable expertise in one or more cognate areas of education, experience in higher education and involvement with NCATE accreditation. Gannon’s School of Education continues to distinguish itself throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for its exceptional undergraduate teacher training programs as well as for its excellent graduate programs at multiple regional sites. The new Director will be responsible for achieving several strategic goals, including initial NCATE accreditation, the increase of program enrollment and expansion of on-line program delivery. The Director’s primary responsibility will be the administration of the School and serving as a faculty colleague (Assistant or Associate Professor).
To be considered, qualified candidates must also provide evidence of effective teaching methods and productive scholarship in their respective fields.  An appropriate doctoral degree is required (Ph.D. /Ed.D.). Ideally, candidates will also have experience using course management systems for the purposes of instruction and advising. All applicants should indicate knowledge and experiences with pertinent accreditation and assessment activities required to meet NCATE standards in their letter of application.
Gannon University, located near Lake Erie in Erie, Pennsylvania, offers ready local access to a variety of cultural and exciting seasonal activities and is within a two-hour drive of Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Buffalo.  For more information about what Erie has to offer visit www.visiteriepa.com.

Application Procedure:  For full consideration, submit a cover letter, C.V., and the names and contact information of three professional references (as Microsoft Word attachments) by February 3, 2011, to: 

Dr. Marylouise Fennell, RSM
Partner
Hyatt•Fennell - Education Services Charitable Resources Group
E-mail: mfennell@hyatt-fennell.com
606 Bigelow Street Pittsburgh, PA 15207
P: 412-521-1417

Gannon University is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and invites women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.
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