Early Childhood Education Faculty

Requisition Number: F00391P:

Job Description:
Job Description
The Department of Child and Family Studies at Weber State University invites applications for TWO tenure-track positions in the NAEYC accredited early childhood education program at the associates, bachelor's and graduate degree levels. Successful candidates will have practice, research and service experience with children birth - 8 years and their families, and adult learning. Positions could be filled at the assistant or associate professor level, depending on candidate qualifications.

Job Duties:
Job Duties
Teaching 12 credit hours per semester; supervising student field experience in early childhood field experiences; engaging in research for publication and other scholarly purposes; advising students; and providing service to the institution, community, and professional organizations.

Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications

A Ph.D. or Ed.D. in early childhood education, child development, or related field (a strong ABD may be considered if degree completed by August 19, 2024) is required for the tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
We seek candidates with qualifications in ONE or more of these areas:

• National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards for early childhood professional preparation, and accreditation systems
• Infant and Child Mental Health and Endorsement competencies
• Services for children with disabilities
• Academic disciplines in an early childhood curriculum- literacy or STEM
• Educator licensing programs
• Supervising higher education students in professional settings and community engaged learning
• Evidence of the capability for maintaining an active research agenda
• Demonstrated commitment to advocating for young children and their families
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute to academic program development
• Experience in university teaching with diverse students and equitable inclusive practice in face-to-face, hybrid & online format, large and small classes

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time
Open Date: 11/28/2023
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following:

• Cover Letter addressing ability to meet or exceed the minimum and preferred qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae
• References
• Philosophy statement for Adult Learning

Screening of applications will begin January 25, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

To apply, visit https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/21430

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