The Director of the EdD in Education will be tasked with bringing the program into full operation, ensuring appropriate compliance with accreditation requirements (SACSCOC, AAA, and NAD), managing the hiring and oversight of program adjuncts, and assisting with the development of all online courses, a website, and a marketing plan.  This individual will also serve as the advisor for students in the program and teach some program coursework. The director must have an earned doctorate in education, the capacity to provide visionary leadership and administrative oversight for a high-quality, innovative doctoral program. This individual will ensure the program’s alignment with the university’s mission and strategic goals, manage its operations, and foster an inclusive academic environment that supports student success, faculty excellence, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The director will also contribute to the program’s continued growth and reputation as a leader in educational research, leadership, and innovation. To submit an application, please visit our job board at sau.catsone.com/careers. 

• Experience teaching in and providing guidance to students in doctoral programs
• Hold an earned doctoral degree in education
• Have 3+ years experience teaching (preferably recent) in a K-12 setting within the United States and come highly recommended as a K-12 educator
• Be capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate education courses
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Be a team player with written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a high degree of technological proficiency, capable of using Microsoft 365/Google Suite, databases, and university platforms used to track student recruitment and progress