Associate Dean Feinstein School of Education and Human Development

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number NC00872 Position Title Associate Dean Feinstein School of Education and Human Development Division Academic Affairs Division Department Name Feinstein School of Education and Human Development Position Type Staff - Non Classified Position Overview

The Associate Dean, reporting to and working closely with the Dean, will work to advance the FSEHD mission, vision, and core values with a focus on quality and status of the school's academic programs. In this capacity, the Associate Dean leads processes and procedures to support admissions, accreditation, and student success for educator preparation and community programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Associate Dean provides leadership for program development, budgeting and innovative educator certification pathways. A key role is monitoring data trends in admission, progression, and completion to ensure robust enrollment and student-centered success. The Associate Dean also provides essential oversight in curriculum proposals, faculty load, and ensuring that course scheduling aligns with collective bargaining agreements and institutional policies.

The Associate Dean works collaboratively with members of the Dean's Cabinet, including the Office of Partnerships and Placements, the Director of Assessment and Accreditation, and the Graduate Studies Director, to advance the FSEHD mission and strategic priorities. The Associate Dean also assists the Dean with operational and administrative matters and supports administrative staff on academic issues and represents the Dean in their absence.

Primary Purpose

The Associate Dean, reporting to and working closely with the Dean, will work to advance the FSEHD mission, vision, and core values with a focus on quality and status of the school's academic programs. In this capacity, the Associate Dean leads processes and procedures to support admissions, accreditation, and student success for educator preparation and community programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Associate Dean provides leadership for program development, budgeting and innovative educator certification pathways. A key role is monitoring data trends in admission, progression, and completion to ensure robust enrollment and student-centered success. The Associate Dean also provides essential oversight in curriculum proposals, faculty load, and ensuring that course scheduling aligns with collective bargaining agreements and institutional policies.

The Associate Dean works collaboratively with members of the Dean's Cabinet, including the Office of Partnerships and Placements, the Director of Assessment and Accreditation, and the Graduate Studies Director, to advance the FSEHD mission and strategic priorities. The Associate Dean also assists the Dean with operational and administrative matters and supports administrative staff on academic issues and represents the Dean in their absence.

Essential Duties

Admissions and Student Success

In collaboration with the FSEHD Dean's Office and faculty and staff, provide leadership and support for:

The planning, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement of undergraduate and graduate academic programs, student success initiatives, and strategic priorities of the FSEHD.

Student recruitment, enrollment, retention, success, and engagement initiatives that advance the mission and strategic priorities of the FSEHD.

Specific priorities include:

Coordinate progression into teacher candidacy for undergraduate teacher education students

Meet with students regarding academic standing, grievances, and appeals.

Coordinate with the Office of Partnerships and Placements on licensure test preparation efforts.

Program and Curriculum Support

Ensure consistency in undergraduate and graduate policies, procedures, academic standards, and student support services across departments.

Oversee curriculum proposals through Undergraduate Curriculum Committee (UCC) and Graduate Curriculum Committee (GCC) processes.

Provide oversight and support for innovative pathways to education certification including the Credential Review Pathway, Registered Teaching Apprenticeship Program and other certification initiatives.

Work closely with the Dean and Chairs to accomplish expected program outcomes, advance innovative pedagogy and support student achievement and retention.

Accreditation, and Continuous Quality Improvement

Coordinate unit-level accreditation reports and collaborate with OPP on annual Title II reporting.

Collaborate with the Director of Assessment on ongoing data collection efforts for teacher education programs.

Oversee the state approval process for new teacher education programs and coordinate academic planning, curriculum development, and program review for undergraduate and graduate programs.

FSEHD Operations

Oversee full-time and adjunct faculty loads, course schedules and course enrollment patterns.

Monitor departmental adherence to collective bargaining agreements.

Coordinate updates to the website.

Collaborate closely with the Office of Partnerships and Placements (OPP), Director of Assessment, and Director of Graduate Programs to support teacher preparation and community-based program improvement.

Serve on the Dean's Leadership Committee and support operational effectiveness and communication systems to improve efficiencies.

Partnerships and Engagement

Coordinate relationships between FSEHD and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences.

Serve as a liaison to college offices including Records, Office of Academic Support and Information Services, Communications and other offices across the College.

Coordinate articulation efforts with the University of Rhode Island, the Community College of Rhode Island, and the Council on Postsecondary Education.

Occasional Duties

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean, FSEHD.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Evidence of scholarly accomplishment suitable for appointment at a senior faculty level.
• Demonstrated commitment to shared decision-making and collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively with various campus offices in supporting students.
• Ability to respond to emerging needs while effectively managing the day to day details of the position.
• Ability to work as impactful team member in providing leadership to a public institution of higher education.

Required Qualifications

Education: Earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• Experience with accreditation and or program approval standards and processes.
• Qualifications consistent with appointment as a tenured associate or full professor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic leadership experience in higher education.
• Successful teaching as a faculty member in a college or university school of education.
• Previous experience in PK-12 schools.

Does this position have Direct Reports? No Environmental Conditions

The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.

Position Details

FLSA Exempt Salary Grade 18NC Full Time / Part Time Full-time Proposed Starting Salary Range $130,000 - $150,000 Work Schedule

Full-Time

Monday-Friday

8:30AM-4:30PM

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:

• Health and Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Incentives and Rewards
• Paid time Off - Vacation, Sick & Holiday
• Retirement Benefits
• Disability and Insurance Benefits
• Education Benefits - Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI

For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.

Reports To (Title) Dean, FSEHD Academic or Calendar Year Calendar Position Status Continuing End of Temporary or Limited Position Collective Bargaining Unit Non-union

Posting Information

Number of Positions Available 1 Application Open Date 10/19/2026 Application Close Date Special Instructions

Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful engagement for all community members.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience with accreditation and or program approval standards and processes?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have qualifications consistent with appointment as a tenured associate or full professor?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents