Earned doctorate in a discipline related to the sciences, general studies, curriculum and instruction, educational administration/supervision, adult education, or closely related field from an accredited university.
Proficiency in applying advanced concepts, principles, and techniques of learning theories, curriculum design, assessment, and educational practices at the associate, baccalaureate, and master's levels.
Five (5) years of full-time college/university teaching experience.
Five (5) years of progressive and significant academic leadership (program director, department chair, associate dean, or similar role) with oversight of multi-level programs.
Demonstrated ability to supervise, develop, manage, evaluate, and promote faculty, staff, and academic/educational programs.
Experience with program and institutional accreditation (e.g., SACSCOC and, as applicable, discipline-specific professional agencies).
Current license/certification to practice in the State of Tennessee, as appropriate to the individual's professional discipline.
