Adult, Continuing, and Education Administration Teaching Faculty

Teaching Faculty Position in Administrative Leadership Program

The Department of Educational Psychology is hiring a core teaching faculty position to contribute to the Administrative Leadership program through teaching and program coordination. This position will primarily work with the Adult, Continuing, and Higher Education concentration, the only master's program at UWM tailored for a rewarding career in higher education and student affairs administration, and leadership in adult learning.

This is a 9-month position with potential for summer teaching as available. The successful candidate will (1) teach graduate level courses on organizational leadership and higher education administration, (2) serve as a core faculty member and attend department and program-related functions (e.g., program faculty meetings), and (3) provide administrative service to the program. We are also seeking candidates with an interest in contributing to an EdD program in Organizational Leadership.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in graduate level teaching and program administration. The program has a strong commitment to culturally informed and equitable pedagogy and training. Anticipated start date is January 2027.

The UWM School of Education (SOE) offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degree programs, and certifications in over 46 program areas. The SOE faculty recognizes the necessity to be leaders for equity and social justice to improve our nation's public educational system. The School's key mission is to provide leadership and inspiration for learning and human development in urban communities, and its central vision is to become a premier urban school of education recognized for its diversity and known for excellence in teaching, learning and research.

The target hiring range is $65,000-$70,000 on a 9-month, academic year basis.

Hold an Ed.D. or Ph.D. in higher education, student affairs, adult education, or a closely-related field from an accredited higher education institution by the time of application.

Demonstrated ability to teach online graduate-level courses in the field of higher education, including familiarity with high impact practices for teaching online courses.

Experience in program administration and coordination, preferably in a higher education setting.

Experience working with diverse student populations and demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion through teaching, research, and/or service.

Experience working with graduate students at the master and doctoral levels, including advising master's students and doctoral candidates, and serving on doctoral project committees.

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and detailed CV/resume that addresses your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications. Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. Apply in Workday by the Final date to receive applications, August 14, 2026.

Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse at prowse.