The Department of Human Development and Family Studies invites applications for a 10-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor with a focus in Early Childhood. This position will begin August 24, 2026. We seek a collaborative scholar-teacher committed to relationship-based, joyful, and equitable learning for all children birth-8. Candidates who are grounded in play-based, constructivist approaches, guided by NAEYC core position statements, and with a strong interest in preparing leaders for early childhood education settings are encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants who demonstrate a commitment to collaborative leadership, inclusive practices, and advancing the field of early childhood education. Further, candidates from a