"Assistant Professor of Education, General Faculty (Early Childhood Education - Teacher Ed)"

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Assistant Professor of Education, General Faculty (Early Childhood Education - Teacher Ed)

Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education in Early Childhood Education

Posting Details:

The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia seeks a talented educator for the position of Assistant Professor of Education, General Faculty, in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education in Early Childhood Education. This is a 9-month, salaried, tenure ineligible academic general faculty position on the teaching track.

The successful candidate will be an Early Childhood generalist with relevant knowledge and experience to be able to teach and/or oversee instruction in areas such as early childhood development, early mathematics and language development and teaching, the contexts of education, and supporting positive behavior. The successful candidate is expected to have a track record (commensurate with experience) of teaching effectively at the early childhood and university levels. They will be expected to teach and oversee undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood education, both online and in person, and advise undergraduate students. The successful candidate will also support students, mentor teachers, and clinical coaches with clinical placements. In addition, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues, both within and outside the School of Education and Human Development, as well as with community partners such as community colleges and early childhood centers.

Charlottesville and central Virginia offer a distinctive community for both personal and professional activities. Charlottesville is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is consistently listed among the top cities in national rankings of the most desirable places to live. It offers a thriving community, highlighted by regular literary, film, musical, theatrical, and historical festivals.

For more information about UVA and the surrounding area, please visit https://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• A PhD or EdD in early childhood education, educational psychology, or a related field prior to the start date of the position
• A demonstrated record of effective teaching at the early childhood and university levels
• Record of successful advising of undergraduate or graduate students

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working with students from a range of backgrounds
• Experience working with teacher candidates (as a mentor or university supervisor) in their clinical placements
• Experience with developing collaborations among community partners, early childhood educators, and schools
• Experience working in teacher education and/or PreK-12 classroom contexts
• Experience with online teaching

Application Instructions

TO APPLY:

Required materials:

• A current curriculum vita
• Cover Letter
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three professional references. (References will not be contacted until after in-person interviews are conducted.)

The University of Virginia’s Mission Statement affirms its enduring commitment to a vibrant and unique residential learning environment marked by the free and collegial exchange of ideas; unwavering support of a collaborative, diverse community bound together by distinctive foundational values of honor, integrity, trust, and respect; and universal dedication to excellence and affordable access.

As part of your application, please describe your potential contributions to any aspect of this mission. Please focus upon your work skills and experience. In doing so, you may choose to refer to your personal perspective, but the focus of our consideration is on your potential contributions through skills and experience, rather than personal opinions or beliefs.

Link to Interfolio posting: https://apply.interfolio.com/175691

Review of applications will begin on or about November 14, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment.

For questions about the position please contact the search committee chair, Judy Paulick, Associate Professor of Education at jhp7h@virginia.edu.

For questions about the application process please contact Rajiva Seneviratne, Director of Faculty Affairs at rs9c@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu