Job Description

Job Location: Rockhurst University - Kansas City, MO 64110Rockhurst University's School of Education invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Education position. This is an 11-month, tenure-track position with a start date of January 4, 2027. Responsibilities include teaching doctoral courses and supervising doctoral students’ research projects as well as supporting undergraduate and graduate-level teacher candidates. Applicants must have demonstrated an active research agenda. A specialization in areas pertaining to Special Education is preferred.
The School of Education supports undergraduate educator preparation programs, graduate certificates, Master of Education programs, and EdD in Education and Leadership programs. Graduate programs are delivered using online modalities and the Ed.D. in Education and Leadership is an online, cohort-based program with four concentration areas: K-12 Education, Higher Education, Healthcare Education, and Organizational Leadership. This Jesuit -inspired Ed.D. program provides a distinctive approach to developing educational leaders and health care educators prepared to face the challenges of todays accelerated rate of change.
The faculty teaching load will include courses such as Foundations of Special Education, Research Methodology I and II, and Research Capstone I and II. The tenure-track faculty member will engage in scholarship activities; provide service to the university, department, program, and community; and advise and mentor students.
Minimum

Qualifications
- Ph.D. or Ed.D. in special education, educational leadership, or closely related discipline
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of teaching excellence in higher education
- Evidence of an on-going scholarly agenda
- Experience with directing graduate student research experiences
- Experience with advising students
- Experience with course development, implementation, and assessment
Preferred

Qualifications
- A minimum of three years of experience teaching at the college level
- Innovative pedagogy, including online teaching and learning practices
- Research interests in fields such as special education, teacher education, health care education, or education administration / leadership
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods
- An awareness of and interest in the educational mission of Jesuit higher education
- Evidence of demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds
The School of Education and the College of Arts & Sciences are committed to enhancing the diversity and inclusiveness of the campus community and the curriculum. The School of Education is especially interested in candidates whose background and experiences are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. Candidates who can contribute to diversity and inclusion in their teaching and scholarly work are encouraged to apply and identify their strengths and experiences in these areas. Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The position offers a full benefits package.
As Kansas City's Jesuit university, Rockhurst University exemplifies all that Jesuit education has to offer, an academic tradition that dates back nearly 500 years. The highest caliber of academia, leadership, and service to others is the foundation on which we build a transformative experience for students. The beautiful 55-acre campus is centrally located in a thriving metropolis with a diverse population of more than 2 million people. Kansas City has been ranked among the top 50 best places to live in the United States.
For best consideration, please apply through our online system by September 15, 2026. Review will continue until filled. Applicants should submit an online application including: (1) a letter of interest which includes demonstration of job qualifications and a brief description of your teaching philosophy (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research interests and agenda, and (4) names and contact information for three references. Items 1-3 need to be scanned and submitted as one file upload in the questions portion of the application. Unofficial transcripts will be required of those selected for on-campus interviews before the on-campus interviews. Inquiries should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Sarah Hicks sarah.hicks@rockhurst.edu. Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system. Questions about submitting applications through our online system can be directed to our Human Resources office at 816-501-4087.
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rockhurst University is committed to creating a diverse working environment. The University recruits and employs successful candidates without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and/or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities that it operates. In order to qualify as a candidate, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time Rockhurst is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.