Early Education & Child Development SIG

Description: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, 9 month, tenure track position, School of Family Studies and Human Services, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS. This appointment may include a dedicated endowment based on academic qualifications and pending approval of University Provost. The appointment date is August 14, 2016.

Qualifications: Required: An earned doctorate in human development, developmental psychology, or related area with expertise in child development; professional experience in an early childhood setting serving all children, including children with special needs; potential for scholarly research, external funding, quality teaching, and service.
Preferred: Demonstrated successful experience teaching at the university level, providing professional development, and mentoring for ECE students, graduate and undergraduates, and/or professionals; and demonstrated record of research activity, publications, and funding.

Responsibilities: Teach child development and early childhood education courses; conduct a scholarly program of research including undergraduate and graduate students; advise undergraduate and graduate students; provide leadership at the local, regional and national levels; demonstrate ability to work collaboratively as well as independently; and participate in service activities at the unit, school, college, and university levels.

Applications: Screening will start on January 11, 2016 and continues until the position is filled. To assure full consideration please send: letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial copies of transcript, contact information for three references, and a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests to: Connie Fechter, Early Childhood Development and Education Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Search, Kansas State University via E-mail: fechter@ksu.edu. Telephone: 785-532-1473. The search is confidential; references will be contacted after initial screening and after the candidate has granted permission.
Inquiries about the position should be directed to Mary DeLuccie, Ph.D., Search Chair, at deluccie@k-state.edu or 785-532-3535.

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Description: An Assistant or Associate Professor, tenure-track position opening in the Department of Human Development and Child Studies at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in early childhood education or a closely related discipline. Preferred qualifications include expertise in early childhood education and early intervention, some teaching and advising experience with graduate students, and scholarly publications or presentations. Candidates should have strength in research methodology, including qualitative or quantitative design and analysis.

Responsibilities: The Assistant/Associate Professor responsibilities will include active leadership in the department’s program development and assessment. The Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to be productive in an area of scholarship and to maintain a program of research activities. Although no specific research focus is earmarked, the interests of faculty and students include early social development, language and literacy, constructivist curriculum for young children, leadership and professional development, cultural influences, transition to kindergarten, quality early care and education for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, early intervention for at-risk children and families, and inclusion of children with special needs in early childhood settings. The position will require active collaboration in research, teaching and mentoring with students, including PhD students, and with faculty, especially junior faculty. Specific responsibilities include teaching graduate courses, advising PhD students, serving on qualifying exam and dissertation committees, conducting and publishing research, writing grants for external funding, serving on School and University committees, and providing collaboration and leadership service to the early childhood education and related fields at local, state, and national levels.

Applications: Applications will begin to be reviewed January 29, 2016 and will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions, contact Dr. Sherri Oden at oden@oakland.edu or (248) 370 – 3027 or 3077.
Required documents:

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1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Cover letter detailing relevant experience in teaching, research, and service. Applicants must upload all materials electronically for Position #998968 through the Academic Human Resources web portal at https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/6154
3. Transcripts from colleges and universities
4. Selection of publications, presentations or other written work
5. List of 3 references with contact information

Description: The Department of Learning, Teaching, and Curriculum, at the University of Missouri is pleased to announce an open rank (assistant, associate, or full) tenure-track position in early childhood education beginning on August 15, 2016. We seek a scholar who can help us extend and expand our commitment to the education of young learners in preschool, school, and other settings. This position offers opportunities to contribute to the development of high-quality scholarship and programs in early childhood education.

Qualifications: Minimum qualification is an earned doctorate in early childhood education or a related field. Candidates will be evaluated on:

1. A strong record of, or potential for, research and scholarly publications to advance research in preK and/or primary education
2. Experience teaching in preK and/or primary settings (or equivalent experiences)
3. Experience in teaching and advising at the higher education level
4. Experience working collegially with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include engaging in research, writing, and other scholarly activities in early childhood education; contributing to the early childhood teacher certification program (birth to 3rd grade); developing and teaching graduate courses in early childhood education (online and face-to-face); supervising master’s and doctoral students’ programs and research; supervising graduate assistants; pursuing relevant externally funded research individually and/or with others; participating in faculty governance with the Department, College, and University; and providing service, outreach, and leadership to the University, educational institutions, agencies, and professional organizations.

Applications: Apply on-line at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/index.php. Upload a complete application including :

1. letter of application describing in detail qualifications for the position;
2. CV in Resume/CV and Cover Letter section;
3. copies of three research manuscripts;
4. graduate transcripts (if applying for Assistant Professor position) and
5. In addition, three letters of reference

should be sent directly (electronically) to:

Dr. Candace Kuby, Search Committee Chair
Learning, Teaching and Curriculum
University of Missouri
303 Townsend Hall
Columbia, MO 65211-2400
kubyc@missouri.edu or 573-882-2965

Formal review of applications will begin February 10, 2016 and continue until the position is filled. Complete applications received by that date will be assured consideration.

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Description: The Education Department at Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking applications for a full time, tenure track position in Special Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. We seek a colleague to join an innovative, accredited teacher education program. The position will include opportunities to conduct research with nationally-recognized faculty in the Center for Early Childhood Education, a research and training institute (www.easternct.edu/cece) and to guide curriculum development and early intervention initiatives within the Child and Family Development Resource Center, a preschool program serving culturally diverse children on campus.

Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate in early childhood special education or special education with expertise in early childhood (preschool to grade three). ABD near completion will be considered
• Demonstrated ability to conduct scholarly research
• Three or more years of experience teaching children with special needs at the preschool or early elementary level
• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder or mild/moderate disabilities preferred
• University teaching or supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in early childhood special education or special education
• Conducting research and engaging in scholarship leading to publication
• Supervising practicum students in early childhood special education
• Advising students
• Mentoring student researchers in the Center for Early Childhood Education

Applications: Submit electronically a letter of interest, vitae, and contact information (names, phone numbers and email addresses) for three references to Dr. Sudha Swaminathan, Search Chair, at swaminathans@easternct.edu. The search committee will begin to review applications immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

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Description: The Department of Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater announces a full time tenure track position in the area of early childhood education. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We seek a faculty member to join our thriving, blended program offering dual licensure in Special Education and Early Childhood Education. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the department and in the Early Childhood Education program, which is an interdisciplinary major; advising, supervising teacher candidates in field placements; completing some administrative duties; and participating in research; grant writing; and service activities. The anticipated start date is August 24, 2016.
All faculty at UW-Whitewater may be required to teach online and hybrid courses, weekend and/or evening classes, and provide service to the university and local community in a variety of modalities, including leading Learning Communities, mentoring students, and providing professional development opportunities for colleagues, schools, and community groups.

Quaifications: Required qualifications include:

• An earned doctorate (ABD accepted) in early childhood education or closely related field
• A minimum of three years of experience teaching children in early childhood or elementary settings.

Preferred qualifications include:

• College teaching, advising, and supervision experience
• Potential for or an established record of scholarly activity
• A demonstrated commitment to the preparation of teachers within a multicultural context
• Special consideration will be given to applicants with commitment to and possibly research related to social justice pedagogy and inclusive practice
• Experience with field-based teacher preparation, Pre-K-3rd grade, preferred and knowledge of national (NAEYC) and Council on Exceptional Children (CEC) teacher preparation standards helpful

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate students, advising, supervision of field experiences, scholarship, and service. Collaborating with College of Education and Professional Studies faculty and Campus Children’s Center School staff.

Applications: Review of application materials will begin on January 15, 2016 and will continue until position is filled. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. If you have questions regarding this recruitment please, contact Lucy Heimer at heimerl@uww.edu or Simone DeVore devores@uww.edu.

If you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact our Human Resources office at 262-472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

Please submit the following:

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• Copies of academic transcripts (may be unofficial)
• Names and full contact information, including email, of three (3) professional references.

Applicants who are invited to interview will give a scholarly presentation and teach a graduate or undergraduate class session.

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, lists of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

To Apply and submit these documents please visit www.uww.edu. Click on the Employment link located in the bottom right corner, then click on the UW-Whitewater Careers link at the top of the page. This Job ID is: 11198

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Description: The Curriculum and Instruction department is seeking to hire two tenure-track faculty members with background and experience in accredited curriculum and instruction, early childhood and/or initial teacher preparation degree programs who can teach graduate-level initial teacher preparation elementary education courses, and/or early childhood and curriculum and instruction advanced degree and doctoral specialty courses. We are most interested in faculty members who specialize in one or more of the following areas: Early childhood and/or elementary: Math, science, technology, integrated methods, arts education, STEM, second language acquisition, and/or developing classroom climate.
Applicants should have a record that shows promise of success in teaching, research, and community outreach and ability to foster community relationships and engage in in-person and online learning collaboratively with students, community partners, staff, and colleagues. Applicants should have a minimum of three years of direct classroom work in early childhood and/or elementary classrooms (preK-Grade 6). We are particularly seeking individuals who want to focus scholarly work on the student of teacher preparation and partnerships with PK-12 schools.
Full-time faculty within the Graduate School of Education have a combined teaching/research/service assignment of 45 credit hours or credit hour equivalents per 9-month academic year (27-instructional credit hours and 9-credit hour equivalencies each for service and scholarly activities).

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include:

• Earned doctorate in early childhood, elementary education, curriculum and instruction or equivalent from an accredited program by time of start date.
• Three years of direct classroom work in early childhood and/or elementary classrooms (preK-Grade 6); AND evidence of successful teaching during that time period.
• Experience in multicultural and diverse settings.
• Record of ability to foster community relationships and engage in learning collaboratively with students, community partners, staff, and colleagues.
• Ability to clearly articulate current and next steps in own research agenda.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in developing content and teaching in an online atmosphere.
• Strong background in technology to support student learning.
• Experience providing initial teacher preparation supervision.
• Eligible for public school licensure.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, with experience in PreK and/or Elem settings, working with diverse students, staff, and constituents.
• Commitment to constructivist teacher education philosophy and practices.

Applications: Applications for all staff and faculty positions are submitted through our online application system. To apply for one of these positions, go to: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/

• Current vita,
• detailed letter of application that address position qualifications,and
• names of three professional references with current phone numbers, and email addresses.

Samples of supporting materials (e.g., publications, program materials, philosophy statement, grant proposals, course syllabi, and course evaluations) may be provided.
Review of application materials will begin December 1, 2015, and continue until finalists are identified.

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Description: The College of Education and Social Services at the University of Vermont is seeking applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position in the Early Childhood Education Program, at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting September, 2016.
We seek a faculty member to join our dynamic, nationally-accredited Early Childhood (birth-grade 3) Teacher Education Program. The Early Childhood Program offers an undergraduate degree program in Early Childhood Education and works closely with the teachers and administrators of the UVM lab school, the Campus Children’s School. The lab school serves children from birth-age 5 and is grounded in an emergent, child-centered, social constructivist approach influenced by the municipal systems of early education and care in Pistoia and Reggio Emilia, Italy.

Responsbilities:

• Teaching and advising of undergraduate and graduate students; field supervision for practicum courses
• Collaborating with Department of Education faculty and Campus Children’s School staff
• Conducting scholarly research and writing and, where available, seeking external research funding
• Collaborating in leadership of program development and statewide initiatives
• Engaging in service and outreach activities in the college, university, region, state, and nation

Qualifications:

• Earned doctoral degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field
• Experience and ability in scholarly research and writing
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and social justice
• Experience working with children, birth through grade 3
• Successful college/university teaching experience, content related to teaching grades K-3, preferred
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations, preferred
• Experience with field-based teacher preparation, grades K-3, preferred
• Knowledge of national (NAEYC) teacher preparation standards and CAEP accreditation processes, preferred

Applications: Review of applications will begin October 5, 2015 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified.
Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their qualifications and interests, a current CV, and a list of three references with contact information online at www.uvmjobs.com. Individuals who are listed as references will be contacted via email and asked to submit a letter of reference directly to the University. Undergraduate and graduate transcripts should be submitted as “other,” online. For any questions about the application process or problems with website, please contact Karen Orr, Support Staff, at karen.orr@uvm.edu or 802-656-1410.
For more information about the Early Childhood Education Program and the University of Vermont, visit our website at http:/www.uvm.edu/~cess. For more information or questions about the position, please contact: Dr. Juliet L. Halladay, Search Committee Chair, at juliet.halladay@uvm.edu or 802-656-1421.

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Description: The School of Human Environmental Sciences at the University of Arkansas seeks applications for a 12-month, non-tenure-track Clinical Associate Professor and Executive Director of Education Programs of the NAEYC-accredited Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center (JTCDSC). This visionary leader will have child-center philosophy and practice that is focused on the critical first years of human development. The Director of Education Programs must foster the three-fold mission of the JTCDSC by 1) providing the leadership needed for quality early childhood education, 2) maintaining an optimal environment in which to train Early Childhood Education (e.g., Birth through Kindergarten) undergraduate and graduate students, and 3) collaborating with both intra- and inter-departmental faculty on cutting edge research.
This leader will promote an atmosphere of professionalism, inspiration, compassion, and sensitivity to the diverse needs of the children, families, and staff at the JTCDSC that guides the academic program of both children and university students and provides an environment that enables rigorous evidence-based inquiry of best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, in collaborative way, the management of all aspects of the children’s program in order to foster the three-fold mission of the JTCDSC.
• Work in partnership with faculty to facilitate the successful use of the JTCDSC by its interconnected stakeholders, including children and their parents, center teachers and staff, students and faculty of the UA Birth through Kindergarten and other degree programs, and faculty researchers.
• Ensure JTCDSC program quality to maintain NAEYC accreditation and to facilitate the training of future ECE professionals. Lead NAEYC re-accreditation efforts.
• Hire and evaluate quality teaching staff, guiding teachers as they create individual professional development plans, and providing on-going staff mentoring and training.
• Work with families and support family-centered practices. Welcome and tour prospective families, make initial acceptance contacts, make key enrollment decisions, manage home visits, and provide on-going support and education to JTCDSC parents.
• Collaborate on research utilizing the JTCDSC which results in presentations, publications, and extramural grant proposals.

Qualifications: Required qualifications include:

• Doctorate in Early Childhood Education (birth through kindergarten focus required) or related field
• Evidence of leadership and administrative skills, including strong oral and written communication skills, effective advocacy and collaboration at the University, community and state levels, expert coaching abilities and supervisory experience with ECE professionals and paraprofessionals, and sensitivity for the needs of children, families, and staff.
• Awareness of the current trend to professionalize the early childhood education as a field of practice and demonstrated ability to lead JTCDSC as a positive force in that quest.
• Minimum three years of experience as a director of early childhood (birth through kindergarten) laboratory school or a school that provides a teaching function for college-level students on a full day, full year basis.
• Ability to serve as a role model for professional development as both a member of and a participant in key early childhood professional organizations
• Willingness to receive 20 hours of training/year and to present at early childhood events as part of the service component of the position

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience as an early childhood classroom teacher.
• History of successful fundraising and/or grant writing

Annual Salary: Competitive salary and startup package commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits: Major Medical Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Delta Dental Insurance, CAN Long Term Care, Long-Term Disability Insurance, TIAA/CREF and/or Fidelity, Social Security.Matching retirement contribution by the university.

Applications: Completed applications received by January 8, 2016 will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position. Start date of spring 2016. Please submit the following via http://hr.uark.edu/careers/apply/index.php:

1. Letter of Application/Cover Letter addressing qualifications
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Personal Philosophy of Early Childhood Education
4. Official transcripts from the granting institutions
5. Contact information for five professional references

Address any questions regarding this position to: Dr. George Wardlow, Telephone: 479-575- 2038 or email:wardlow@uark.edu

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, a land grant university with an enrollment of ~27,000 students, is considered the flagship institution in the state university system. The University of Arkansas has stated its intention to become a Top 50 public research university by 2021.
Fayetteville is located in Northwest Arkansas in the scenic Ozark Mountains close to lakes, rivers and national forests. Northwest Arkansas is served by Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, linking the area to nearby international airports. Major cities located within a day’s drive of Fayetteville include: Dallas-Fort Worth, Tulsa, St. Louis, Kansas City, Little Rock, Memphis and Shreveport.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution committed to achieving racial, ethnic, and gender diversity in its faculty. The position is subject to a pre- employment criminal background and registry check and drug screen. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Person hired must have legal authority to work in the United States.

Description: The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership in the College of Education and Human Sciences is seeking applications for one full-time, 9-month, tenure-track (100% instructional), Assistant Professor position in Early Childhood Education with an emphasis on early elementary education (K-3) and inclusive instruction. We seek creative, innovative, and dynamic individuals with both scholarly and practical experience who can contribute to the development of an inclusive early childhood education program that is experiencing considerable growth. The successful candidate must have research and teaching interests and expertise grounded in social constructivist, inquiry-based theory and practice.

Responsibilities:

• Have an active and defined research program with potential for publication
• Seek extramural funding for research interests
• Teach undergraduate/graduate courses
• Serve on graduate student committees
• Provide service on departmental, college, and university committees and to the community

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include earned doctorate at the time of appointment in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education (birth to 8), or related area. Potential for or demonstrated competencies in research, publication, teaching, and service. Minimum of three years teaching young children, birth through age 8, in public or private settings.
Preferred qualifications include Scholarly understanding of English Language Learners and Special Education across PK-12; Interest and experience working in an inclusive environment; Potential for or demonstrated competencies in obtaining external funding; Effective teaching experience at the university level.

Applications: Position is open until filled with full consideration given to applications received by January 15, 2016.
SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this posting.” The system will guide you through the electronic application form. The employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement; curriculum vitae; and reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. SDSU is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to and/or coordinate course offerings that address the experiences of underrepresented minorities in organizations. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
For questions on the position, contact search chair Kay Cutler at (605) 688-6797.

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Description: The Department of Psychology and Human Development at California State University San Bernardino invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in early childhood studies, effective September 14, 2016. A Ph.D. in early childhood studies, child development, human development, or developmental psychology is required at the time of appointment. Area of concentration within early childhood is open. The successful candidate will be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in infant, toddler, and early childhood development; programs and curriculum for young children; early childhood literacy; diversity in child development; social development, and an advanced seminar in development. The opportunity to teach other courses of the candidate’s choosing is available as well. Demonstrated excellence in university teaching is essential. Additionally, the successful candidate must have an active and viable research program in which he/she can supervise, mentor, and involve undergraduate and graduate students. Potential for securing external funding is also desirable.

Applications: To apply for this position, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/1227947/instructional-faculty-early-childhood-studies/agency/csusb/apply
In addition, please upload (to the above site) a vita and a letter of application that includes a statement on teaching philosophy and strategies, as well as research accomplishments and goals. Have three letters of recommendation sent on your behalf to facultyrecruitment@csusb.edu. Also submit the names, telephone and fax numbers, and email addresses of your referees, and a copy of your doctoral transcripts. Review of applications will begin November 16, 2015 and continue until the position is filled.

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Description: This position requires a strong commitment to a clinical model of teacher education. [See: http://www.ohio.edu/education/academic-programs/teacher-preparation/index.cfm] The new faculty member is expected to actively engage in outreach to the Child Development Center and the Center for Partnerships. [See http://www.ohio.edu/education/centers-andpartnerships/centers/center-for-partnerships/index.cfm] and our regional campuses.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include a full annual teaching load, curriculum/program development and improvement, and an active agenda for scholarship and outreach. Teaching responsibilities entail teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in Early Childhood Education (ECE) curriculum, instruction, and assessment at the initial licensure and advanced levels, as well as courses within the new faculty member’s area of specialization (K-3 strongly preferred). In addition to teaching and advising, the new faculty member will engage in curriculum and program improvement through the development of new courses and programs, revision of existing courses, creation of standards-based assessments that meet standards of professional organizations such as the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)/National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the National Association for Education of the Young Child (NAEYC), and review of ECE program data to inform program improvement.

Requirements: Requirements include an earned doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction with emphasis on elementary education and a minimum of three years of teaching in the United States or related experience. Additional requirements include evidence of successful teaching and a promising and active program of scholarship and research as evidenced by recent publications and/or grant funding.

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Description: The College of Education and Human Ecology is seeking an innovative and visionary senior colleague to serve as an Associate or Full Professor (with tenure) of Learning Technologies in the Department of Educational Studies, and as the Founding Executive Director of the Learning Technologies Center, to begin in the 2016-2017 academic year. As a senior faculty member, the candidate is expected to conduct research related to learning technologies; secure extramural funding to support their research; teach a reduced number of current and/or new graduate courses in the Learning Technologies program; advise MA and Ph.D. students; and participate in Department, College, and professional service activities. As Executive Director, the candidate would oversee the new Learning Technologies Center. The vision for the new College center will include an increased emphasis on the development of e-learning (e.g., programs and courses), new initiatives that would foster the culture of e-learning and learning technologies within the College (broadly defined, but which could include such areas as distance education, K-12 technology integration, mobile learning, and digital equity and policy), as well as work collaboratively with the College Office of Information Technology and the university Office of Distance Education and eLearning (ODEE). The Executive Director will help guide the Center into national prominence in Learning Technologies. The Executive Director is responsible for the planning of new initiatives, providing leadership in research related to the Center, and oversight of extant services (which currently include an interim Director, 5-7 staff members, and concomitant budget). The current team provides resources and services to faculty and students, such as technology tools, instructional design, and multimedia production.

Qualifications: Doctorate in a field closely related to Learning Technologies (e.g., Educational Technology, Instructional Technology). Successful applicants will have a record of research-based publications, a record of extramural funding commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor (with tenure) at a leading research institution, a commitment to quality teaching and mentorship, and a background in e-learning. Candidates are also required to have leadership, supervisory, and budgetary experience.

Applications: Review of applications will begin November 16, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a center vision statement, a personal research statement, and the names and contact information of three references.
Position requires successful completion of a background check.

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The successful candidate’s research will be theoretically grounded in a relevant discipline (e.g., economics, organizational theory, political science, public policy, sociology, history or statistics) and will use sophisticated quantitative or qualitative methodologies (e.g., econometric methodologies leading to causal inference, randomized control trials, case studies, ethnographies, survey design, and mixed-methods). We are looking for a colleague whose research focuses on either the implementation and impacts of state and federal pre-K – 12 education policies on teacher practice and/or student outcomes, or the organizational and/or social contexts in which these policies are enacted. Candidates should welcome the opportunity to engage in collaborative research, contribute to intellectual and rigorous debates about complex and controversial education policy issues, and work closely with doctoral students.

The focus of faculty and students in Rossier’s K-12 Policy and Leadership concentration is on conducting rigorous research that can be directly applied to school, district, state and federal policymaking. Current faculty research interests include accountability at the teacher and school/school district levels, school choice, publicprivate partnerships, teacher quality and teacher labor markets, and education finance and governance. K-12 Policy and Leadership faculty not only conduct research that is relevant to education policy, but also often work with policymakers to help them contribute to, understand and utilize their research. Although the concentration is currently called “K-12 Policy and Leadership,” we welcome applicants who extend their research to prekindergarten, transitions between pre-k and K-12 as well as K-12 and higher education.

All K-12 Policy and Leadership faculty work with doctoral students and prioritize close mentoring and development of doctoral students. We are a collaborative group of scholars who often work together and with teams of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows on large-scale research intended to help policymakers improve K-12 education. The preferred candidate for the advertised position will similarly value teaching and mentorship, and will show evidence of success (commensurate with experience) in obtaining extramural funding to enable the creation of research teams to address important and complex education policy issues while providing intensive research training to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

Applications: Applicants should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a publication or representative writing sample, and contact information for three references (for assistant professor applications, please include 3 letters of recommendations).
You may submit your application packet by email to: Robert Rueda, Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Affairs, c/o Michael Chung, Rossier School of Education, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, 90089-0031, michaebc@rossier.usc.edu. Please indicate the rank you are applying for in the subject line.
You may also apply directly through:
https://facultypositions.usc.edu/bonita/console/frsSubmission.jsp?postingId=2000934
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2015 and will continue until the positions are filled.

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Description: The George Mason University, College of Education and Human Development is seeking to add a faculty colleague (assistant/associate professor rank) in an inclusive Early Childhood Education (ECE) program focused on children, birth through age eight, and their families. This position may be filled by a tenure-line faculty member or by a teaching-intensive term (nontenure-track) faculty member. Applicants should indicate whether they are seeking to be appointed to a tenure-line or term position.

Responsibilities: Responsibilities include teaching and advising students, program service (with an understanding that innovative programs provide the foundation upon which teaching and student success lie), and (if in a tenure-line position) conducting and disseminating research.

Qualifications: Required qualifications include an earned doctorate related to early childhood education; university teaching experience, including online learning formats; and for tenure-line faculty, an established or promising research agenda related to early childhood pedagogy. Of particular interest are candidates who have experience with young children with disabilities and expertise related to inclusive programs for children from varied language, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Candidates must be interested in early childhood education teacher preparation and professional development within the context of a blended program within which ECE, Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), and dual licensure ECE/ECSE teacher candidates share a core set of classes. Direct experience working with young children is required. A commitment to collaboration and democratic decision-making is also essential.

For more information about the CEHD at George Mason University, visit https://cehd.gmu.edu/about/. Please contact search co-chairs, Susan Burns, mburns2@gmu.edu, or Julie Kidd, jkidd@gmu.edu, if you have questions about the position.

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Description: The Department of Educational Psychology seeks applications for a nine-month, tenuretrack assistant professor position in our Cognition, Learning and Development (CLD) program beginning August, 2016. Candidates must show interest and promise in developing and maintaining an ongoing program of research and teaching in an area that emphasizes educational neuroscience in early childhood (birth through age 8). Possible areas of application may include, a) technology environments and teaching methods, b) early literacy, c) math/number concept development, d) social-emotional development, e) self-regulation, f) motivation, or g) creativity. Candidates must also contribute to the continuance of program excellence in graduate teaching and research training. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the areas detailed above, with additional assignments in other cognition, learning and/or developmental areas. Additional responsibilities include student mentoring and research advisement, preparation of research grants, and participation in faculty governance. Finally, collaboration with other CLD faculty contributing to the management of the program is essential.

Qualifications: Required qualifications include:

1. earned doctorate in Educational Psychology or a closely related field (e.g., cognitive development, psychology) by the starting date,
2. published research or strong potential for publishing research in an area that emphasizes educational neuroscience consistent with a program focusing on learning and development.

Preferred qualifications include the record of funded research, research project managemement and college teaching experience.

Applications: Review of applications will begin October 23rd, 2015 and continue until suitable candidate is hired. To be considered, please go to http://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_150221, click on “Apply to this job” complete the application form and attach the following documents;

1. letter of application with brief narrative addressing your qualifications for the position;
2. curriculum vitae;
3. letters from three professional references; and
4. examples of scholarly work.

The application letter should describe the applicant’s program of research and teaching experiences, as well as qualifications for the position as defined in this announcement.
Candidates wishing additional information are encouraged to contact Dr. Eric Buhs; Cognition, Learning and Development Search Committee Chair; Department of Educational Psychology; 38 TEAC; University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588-0345; by phone (402-472-6948); or email (ebuhs@unl.edu).

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Description: This position will require the successful candidate to teach online courses, advise students, chair dissertations, and to be productive as a researcher and active in seeking external research support.

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include:

1. Earned doctorate in Educational Administration/Organizations/Policy/Leadership or equivalent area;
2. A research agenda focused on early childhood education and the role of P-grade 3 educational leadership in the broader challenges facing P-20 education in the 21st century.

Preferred qualifications include:

1. The potential to generate external funding in support of a developed research agenda;
2. A record of research activity in peer-reviewed scholarly venues including conference presentations and publications;
3. Evidence of the ability to teach graduate level courses, including online delivery, in the areas of educational policy and leadership related to early childhood education and early childhood organizations;
4. Evidence of the ability to teach quantitative and/or qualitative research methods;
5. Evidence of the ability to advise and mentor graduate students;
6. Evidence of the ability to collaborate effectively with other early childhood researchers, practitioners, or organizations; and
7. Experience in public or private early childhood education organizations or community agencies.

Applications: Screening of Applicants will begin October 19, 2015 and continue until the positions are filled. To be considered for this position, please go to http://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_150193, click on “Apply to this job” complete the application form and attach the following documents:

1. a letter of application with a brief narrative addressing your qualifications for the position,
2. a curriculum vita,
3. a statement of research interests highlighting your areas of methodological expertise (using the other document link),
4. a writing sample (using the online portfolio link), and
5. the names and phone numbers and emails of three references.

For information about this position, contact Elizabeth Niehaus, Co-Chair of the Search Committee, at eniehaus@unl.edu or at 402-472-4236. For further information about the department access this link: http://cehs.unl.edu/edad/about-department/.

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Faculty Vacancy Announcement:In support of the campus mission, strategic plans and values, Queens College, CUNY seeks to fill the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor of Early Childhood Teacher Education in the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education. Primary responsibilities are research, teaching, and student advisement. All programs in EECE demonstrate a commitment to Ethics, Excellence, and Equity, the Core Values of the Division of Education. Faculty are expected to prepare students to be teachers and community educators who respect all families, honor linguistic and cultural diversity, set and meet educational goals, and are proficient in the academic and technological standards of the profession. Often referred to as "the jewel of the CUNY system," Queens College is a place of contrasts: An urban school in a suburban setting, where a large and diverse student body receives personalized attention. This formula has made us one of New York's premier educational institutions. With a mission to prepare students to become leading citizens of an increasingly global society, we offer a rigorous education in the liberal arts and sciences under the guidance of a faculty dedicated to both teaching and research. Our liberal arts, science, and pre-professional programs earn us high rankings in prestigious college guides such as The Princeton Review America's Best Value Colleges. Our students graduate with the ability to think critically, address complex problems, explore various cultures, use modern technologies and information resources, and have won prominence in nearly every field.

Qualifications:Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in early childhood education. Ideal candidates will possess expertise in a dedicated area (e.g., infants and toddlers, curriculum, or a content area) related to preparing teachers of children between birth and 2nd grade. Candidates should supply evidence of an active research agenda, scholarly productivity, and other professional achievements relative to rank and experience. Evidence of success as a teacher educator at the college or university level is a must. Prior classroom teaching at the early childhood level is preferred.

Compensation:CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

How to Apply:

• Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"
• Click "Search job postings"
• Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"
• Search by Job Opening ID number 13726
• Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions.

Please note that candidates must upload a CV and a separate cover letter describing qualifications related , including teaching experience, research record, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references as ONE DOCUMENT in any of the following formats: .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format. Please do not send pictures. **Please use a simple name for the document that you upload, for example, JDoeResume. Documents with long names cannot be parsed by the application system. Visit http://www.cuny.edu/employment/jobsysteminstructions.html for application instructions.

Closing Date:December 4, 2015

Job Search Category:CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

Equal Employment Opportunity:We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer. An American Educational Research Association List If you need assistance with this list, please send an email to listadmin@aera.net.

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The College of Education at Rowan University is seeking candidates for faculty positions for:

• Open Rank Professor in Educational Leadership, Tenure Track
• Associate/Full Faculty and Executive Director, Tenure Track
• Assistant Professor of Elementary & Early Childhood Education, Tenure Track
• Assistant Professor Position in Quantitative Research Methods
• Assistant Professor in Special Education - Tenure Track
• Assistant Professor of Science or Math Education in the Early Grades

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Description:The Department of Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum in the Universityof Oklahoma’s Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education is pleased to invite applications from creative, innovative, dynamic individuals with scholarly and practical experience to be part of a strong program that is experiencing tremendous growth. We are seeking nominations and applications for one full-time, tenure-track position in the field of early childhood education (Oklahoma Certification is grades pre-k -grade 3). The position includes responsibilities in undergraduate and graduate education. Candidates at the assistant rank will be considered for this position. The starting date is August 15, 2016.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Early Childhood Education and related areas
• Conduct research and participate in other scholarly activities
• Advise graduate students
• Collaborate with faculty in undergraduate and graduate program development
• Provide service to the university, community, early childhood programs in public and private settings, and broader profession.

Qualifications: Required qualifications include:

1. Earned doctorate at the time of appointment in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related area
2. Potential for or demonstrated competencies in research, publication, teaching and service
3. Minimum of three years teaching young children, birth through age 8, in public or private settings.

Preferred qualifications include:

1. Interest and/or experience in teaching and scholarship in Early Childhood Education
2. Scholarly understanding of Dual Language Learners and Early Childhood Special Education
3. Interest and experience working in an interdisciplinary environment
4. Potential for or demonstrated competencies in obtaining external funding
5. Effective teaching experience at the university level.

Applications:Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are asked to submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, samples of professional writing, transcripts of all graduate coursework and at least three current letters of reference to:

Lisa Monroe, PhD and Sally Beach, PhD
Co-Search Chairs, Early Childhood Education Faculty Position
University of Oklahoma
Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education
820 Van Vleet Oval, ECH 114
Norman, OK 73019

Email submissions should be sent to gkelley@ou.edu.
OU Job posting requisition #23578

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Description:The Department of Educational Theory & Practice (ETAP) at the University of Georgia (UGA) College of Education invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Early Childhood/Elementary Education to begin in August 2016. We encourage applicants who have a strong academic background, extensive professional experience, a commitment to integrating theory and practice in teacher education programs, and engagement in the scholarship of teaching.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Participate in on-going program development.
• Provide service to the program, department, and/or local schools.
• Work across departmental and institutional boundaries and participate in sustained engagement with local public schools.
• Mentor student research and advise doctoral students.
• Develop and sustain a line of research that contributes broadly to field of Early Childhood/Elementary Education.
• Pursue external funding for research and training.

Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field by the time of employment.
• Minimum of three (3) years of teaching Prek-8th grade.
• Record of or potential for robust research and publication.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with pre- and/or in-service teachers, in a variety of types of educational settings, and with diverse student populations.

Applications:Applications received by 15 October 2015 are assured of full consideration. Applicants should submit:

1. A letter of application specifically responsive to the positions responsibilities and required qualifications as described above
2. A complete resume or curriculum vitae
3. Sample publications
4. The names of three persons who could provide letters of reference

Transcripts and letters of reference will be required only from finalists.

All materials should be submitted electronically via FacultyJobs.uga.edu.
Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair Bettina L. Love at Blove@uga.edu.

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Description:The Department of Educational Theory and Practice at the University of Georgia invites applications for a position as a Clinical Assistant Professor in its early childhood education program with expertise in K-5 teaching, integrating theory and practice in teacher education programs, and engagement in the scholarship of teaching. This is a full time, nine-month, renewable, appointment that begins August 2016. Although this position is not tenure track, it is not temporary and fulfills a critical role in a growing sector of the unit. In recognition of the important role that clinical faculty play, starting salaries for clinical faculty are the same as those for tenure-track faculty, and the university has a well-structured promotion system for individuals in clinical track positions for advancement. Opportunities exist for a summer teaching appointment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and conduct field supervision of students.
• Participate in on-going program development.
• Provide service to the college, department, program, and/or local schools.
• Work across departmental and institutional boundaries and participate in sustained engagement with local public schools.
• Engage in the scholarship of teaching or the scholarship of engagement.

Qualifications:

• Applicants for the position must have an earned doctorate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or a related field by the time of employment.
• Applicants for the position must have a minimum of 5 years of in-field teaching experience as a fully certified teacher in a public school setting.
• In addition, successful candidates will have had experience in a variety of types of educational settings and experience with diverse student populations.
• Applicants must have experience working with pre and/or in-service teachers
• and fluency with research literatures in teacher education.
• Applicants for the position should show potential for making significant contributions to program improvement and innovation at the department level and within the Professional Development School District.
• Applicants are expected to have a teaching program that addresses some of the following areas: school-university partnerships; social justice; positive early childhood/elementary learning environments for students and educators; early childhood/elementary education for students from high-poverty and/or non-native English speaking populations; diversity; or family and community engagement.
• In addition, the successful applicant will have knowledge of teacher certification programs, state and federal standards and mandates, and an awareness of current developments in student assessment and teacher evaluation.

Applications:Applications received by 16 October, 2015 are assured of full consideration. Applicants should submit:

1. a letter of application specifically responsive to the positions responsibilities and required qualifications as described above
2. a complete resume or curriculum vitae
3. sample publications if available
4. the names of three persons who could provide letters of reference

Transcripts and letters of reference will be required only from finalists.

All materials should be submitted electronically via FacultyJobs.uga.edu.
Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair (Dr. Beth Tolley) at btolley@uga.edu.

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Description:Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Teaching and Learning, the Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Mathematics Education position involves collaborating with faculty across the College of Education; teaching courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels; supervising and assisting with field experiences; serving as a member of doctoral and educational specialist committees and chairing doctoral dissertations and specialist theses; and performing service to the department, college, university, regional schools, and professional community. Teaching mathematics education courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and supervising candidates in the Department’s undergraduate Early Childhood (P-5) Education program is the primary focus of the position. Additional responsibilities include maintaining an active research agenda involving regular publications, professional presentations, and external grant proposals; modeling effective teaching practices; and using instructional technology in face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning environments. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Mathematics Education, Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Mathematics Education, or a closely related field by August 1, 2016
• Minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in mathematics content and/or mathematics pedagogy coursework
• Minimum of three years of full-time teaching experience in grades P-12
• A focused program of research and scholarship related to early childhood (P-5) education and/or mathematics education
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the institution

Applications:Screening of applications begins October 15, 2015, and continues until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is August 1, 2016. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Only complete applications and applications submitted electronically will be considered. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and nominations should be sent to:

Dr. Scott Beck, Search Chair, Search #67320
Department of Teaching and Learning
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8134
Statesboro GA 30460-8134
Electronic mail: salbeck@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: (912) 478-0354

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Description:All tenure track faculty members teach the equivalent of 12 hours per semester and maintain an active scholarly work in their field. This position would include both undergraduate and graduate teaching in the Early Childhood Education program.

Required Qualifications:Ph.D./Ed.D. or ABD (with degree completion by August 2016) in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education, or a related field. Graduate level course work in early childhood education is required. (Degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited / government certified university)

• Current or previous teaching certification in the Early Childhood Education age range
• Minimum of five years full time, PreK – 3rd grade teaching experience
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development in early childhood education
• Knowledge of national (NAEYC) teacher preparation standards and current trends in educator preparation
• Demonstrated potential for successful teaching at the college/university level
• Demonstrated evidence of scholarly work, i.e. research and/or publications
• Experience or knowledge of using technology in instruction, including online teaching
• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to collegiality when interacting with others within the University community
• Demonstrated commitment to working with multi-cultural populations and awareness of issues affecting women and minorities

As a public regional university (with a graduate mission), Southeast seeks candidates with a commitment to excellent undergraduate (and graduate) education and student success within the framework of the teacher-scholar model. Applications of instructional technology and pedagogical research are supported through the Center for Scholarship in Teaching and Learning and the Office of Online Learning. Successful candidates will contribute to the development of innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended and online formats, and participate in initiatives promoting student success, retention and degree completion

Applications:The position is available for the Spring 2016 or Fall 2016 semester, and will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2015.
Link to job announcement and information on how to apply: Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Education

Description:The Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology (HDQM), in the College of Education at the University of Maryland, invites applications for the position of Director for the Center for Young Children (CYC). The CYC Director is a 12-month, exempt staff position. The Center for Young Children is a laboratory school established in 1948 with a threefold mission: educating preschool and kindergarten children, providing professional development opportunities for preservice and in-service teachers and supporting research on children’s development and learning.

Responsibilities:The CYC Director will be expected to: provide leadership, expertise, and vision in the ongoing development and administration of the CYC (curriculum, licensing and accreditation, staffing, budgeting, etc.); facilitate school, community, and teacher education program partnerships; manage public relations, communications, and marketing; collaborate with county school system personnel regarding the special education needs of young children; support research and grant projects undertaken by UMD faculty, as well as actively facilitate communication between teachers and staff at the CYC and faculty and students conducting research at the CYC; collaborate with the Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education (EC/ECSE) faculty to facilitate the integration of the CYC into the EC/ECSE teacher education program; and develop, oversee and implement a five-year strategic plan.

Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Human Development, Child Development or a related field
• Two years teaching experience at the early childhood level (birth through grade three)
• Proven leadership skills and experience in a school administrative role in accordance with NAEYC Criteria for Program Administrators
• Knowledge of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP)/Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
• Evidence of exemplary interpersonal and community involvement skills
• Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills
• Evidence of the ability to provide management of the center

Applications:The anticipated start date for the position is January 1, 2016. For fullest consideration, applicants should submit the following materials electronically via the University of Maryland Jobs Portal no later than October 1, 2015: cover letter summarizing qualifications; a current curriculum vitae; and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three individuals who may be contacted by the committee as references.
All inquiries and nominations should be sent to:

Christy Tirrell-Corbin, PhD
Chair, Search Committee
3304 Benjamin Building
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Email: ctc@umd.edu