Director of the School of Education
West Virginia Wesleyan College is seeking an innovative and results-oriented leader to serve as a full-time faculty member and Director of the School of Education. The Director will play a pivotal role in advancing the School’s mission, with a strong focus on maintaining and enhancing CAEP accreditation and leading strategic initiatives to recruit and retain students, thereby growing enrollment across all education programs. The Director will collaborate with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure the highest standards of educator preparation and program quality.
Key Responsibilities
● Provide visionary leadership for all undergraduate programs within the School of Education.
● Lead efforts to maintain, strengthen, and expand CAEP accreditation, ensuring compliance with all standards and continuous improvement processes.
● Develop and implement strategic recruitment and marketing initiatives to attract, enroll, and retain a diverse and talented student body.
● Oversee long-range planning, fiscal management, and resource allocation for the School of Education.
● Support faculty and staff development, including recruitment, mentoring, and evaluation.
● Guide program assessment, curriculum review, and the development of innovative academic offerings.
● Carry a teaching load as appropriate based on experience and program needs
● Cultivate partnerships within the college, across the university, and with external partners, including local schools, alumni, and community organizations.
● Advocate for the School of Education and its programs at the campus, county, state, and national levels.
● Participate in college-wide service and committee work
Qualifications
● Earned doctorate in Education or a closely related field
● Record of excellence in teaching, continued learning, and service
● Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, including personnel supervision, budget management, and program development
● Direct experience with CAEP accreditation, including self-study preparation, implementation of an effective quality assurance system, and site visits. Extensive knowledge of CAEP accreditation processes and standards
● Success in student recruitment, enrollment management, and program growth
● Experience building partnerships with P-12 schools and community organizations
● Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Founded in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan is a private residential liberal arts college located in the foothills of the Appalachians in Buckhannon, WV, named one of the “100 Best Small Towns in America.” The College is related to the United Methodist Church, with a curriculum committed to intellectual rigor, self-discovery, human dignity, mutual support, social justice, self-discipline, mental and physical wellness, the appreciation of diversity and the natural world, and the judicious use of resources. The College has over 40 undergraduate academic majors, six graduate programs, 21 NCAA Division II sports, comprehensive student life, community engagement, and outdoor recreational programs.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. To apply, e-mail a single PDF containing a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (can be unofficial), and contact information for three references.

Application materials should be sent to Dr. Lynn M. Linder, Provost at academicaffairs@wvwc.edu. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check.

West Virginia Wesleyan College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, ancestry, marital/family status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability or blindness, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law, to include Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the Age Discrimination Act, in the administration of its admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, educational programs, employment, athletic programs, co-curricular activities, or other College administered programs.   For inquiries about the application of these laws in Wesleyan’s programs or to file a report, contact the Title IX Coordinator at 59 College Ave, Buckhannon WV, titleix@wvwc.edu, or 304-621-1316.