"Assistant Professor- Department of Early Childhood and Childhood Education"

Job Details

Position Description:

The Department of Early Childhood and Childhood Education at Mercy University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position for the 2026–2027 academic year. We are seeking a collaborative, student-centered educator who brings both teaching expertise and leadership ability. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality instruction with a particular focus on supporting the organization, communication, and continuous improvement of the undergraduate teacher preparation programs. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood and/or childhood education, including instructional methods, foundations, and curriculum design
• Advise and mentor students across stages of the teacher preparation process
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and departmental initiatives
• Maintain a commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive, and evidence-based instruction

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Familiarity with teacher certification standards and state education requirements, particularly in New York
• Commitment to equity, access, and culturally responsive education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in higher education
• Ability to serve as coordinator for undergraduate programs in the School of Education, collaborating with faculty, advisors, staff, and university stakeholders to support course scheduling, student progression, certification, recruitment, retention, outreach, and overall program advocacy
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience in P–6 settings
• Knowledge of accreditation processes (e.g., CAEP) and assessment practices
• Familiarity with special education as well as early childhood/childhood education