Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University seeks a highly experienced professional developer with school
leadership expertise and experience in school improvement and principal leadership
training and development. The successful candidate will have outstanding initiative and
exceptional interpersonal skills to serve as the Director of School Leadership
Professional Development for our work with leadership teams and aspiring school
leaders in Abu Dhabi. The Director is responsible for the successful delivery and
execution of a high-quality professional development program for current and aspiring
school leaders.
The director will work closely with faculty and staff from Peabody College of Vanderbilt
University as well as staff at the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) to develop and
deliver impactful professional development aligned to ADEC’s New School Model and
Professional Leadership Standards. The director will oversee all in-country aspects of
program design and implementation; develop, supervise, and support in-country
leadership coaches; and develop and monitor performance tasks.
In addition to the intensive school year based work in Abu Dhabi, there is possible
summer teaching opportunities in the Department of Leadership, Policy and
Organizations, Peabody College in leadership development programs.
Job Expectations
o Lead a comprehensive PD program for current and aspiring school leaders
o Develop appropriate curriculum and training materials
o Present and facilitate PD sessions for Arabic school leaders
o Manage implementation and strategic aspects of the professional development
program
o Provide leadership oversight and ongoing development to leadership coaches incountry
o Review, evaluate and enhance all deliverables across the program
o Develop ongoing performance tasks and monitor program goals for individual
participants
o Develop, implement, and maintain sound interpersonal and cultural practices across
all aspects of the program
o Develop, implement and assess strategic objectives for the program that are aligned
with participant needs and ADEC’s strategic initiatives
o Effectively communicate with all project staff, Vanderbilt University and ADEC
o Promote our work and impact through involvement in pertinent social and cultural
events
o Understand the instructional and social implications of programmatic and pedagogical
decisions and guide our thinking towards optimal in-country operation
Experience/Qualifications
o Minimum of 10 years professional experience in education leadership, including
successful design and execution of similar programs with a strong track record of
leading and managing teams to achieve results in international settings
o Earned Doctorate
o Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
o Demonstrated expertise in training, developing and coaching school leaders
o Confirmed capacity to work effectively and efficiently within the UAE cultural context
o Evidence of improving personnel competency and programmatic impacts
o Arabic language knowledge is not required, but is an asset
Applications
Applications will be considered until April 20th, or until the position is filled. Applicants
should submit a detailed letter addressing their qualifications and a full curriculum vita,
as well as evidence of teaching quality, such as student evaluations, if available, and
the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three people who may serve as
references. These materials should be sent via email to:
Tammy Eidson
Leadership, Policy, and Organizations
PMB 414
230 Appleton Place
Nashville, TN 37203
tammy.eidson@vanderbilt.edu
Please indicate the position for which you are applying.
Vanderbilt University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities,
women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. LPO is committed to
principles of diversity based on gender, ethnicity, and national affiliation.
For more information about the Department of Leadership, Policy, and Organizations,
visit the website at http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/departments/lpo/index.php.
The position, dependent on pending funding, will be up to three years, with the
possibility of renewal; compensation is commensurate with qualifications and
experience.