Position Details
Position Information
Budget Title
Assistant Professor
Campus Title
Assistant Professor of Elementary Teacher Education
School/Division
Academic Affairs, Division of
Department
Childhood/Early Childhood Education
Faculty Sub-Type
FT Faculty
Salary Level
A5
Salary Range
$67,900 + depending on experience
Salary Determination
Position Effort
Full-Time
If Part-Time, enter FTE:
Is this a temporary position?
No
If Temporary, enter End Date:
Position Summary
The Department of Childhood/Early Childhood Education in the School
of Education invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant
Professor of Elementary Teacher Education position to begin in
August 2027.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate
courses in the early childhood and childhood programs in both
in-person and online environments. The faculty member will
demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship potential, a
commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, and strong
communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with a
diverse array of students, colleagues, and external partners.
The Childhood/Early Childhood Education Department offers degree
programs in Early Childhood and Childhood Education at the
undergraduate and graduate levels. We are committed to providing
future educators with unique learning opportunities that merge
coursework from our programs with early practice teaching
experiences in our Professional Development School ( PDS )
consortium. Our programs prepare teachers to create child-centered,
inquiry-based, and developmentally appropriate learning
environments and to advocate for children’s equitable educational
opportunities from birth through grade six. We are committed to
preparing teachers to respond to the needs of all children and
families in an increasingly diverse and global society. Department
faculty represent a rich array of interests with core values
including effective leadership, policy formulation, inquiry,
equity, eco-justice, and collaboration. The position provides an
opportunity to join a department with an innovative approach to
teacher education.
Starting Salary: $67,900 + depending on experience
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What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work?
• Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many
offer permanency.
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance,
various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or
parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts,
long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all
forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is
free for employees to use, with membership options for families.
Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s
approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training,
continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference
travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts,
entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more.
Experience
Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings
Major Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the early childhood
and childhood programs in both face-to-face and online
environments
Advise and work with students to support their success
Observe practicum and student teachers
Work in professional development schools and build partnerships
with schools and/or childcare centers
Demonstrate knowledge of issues of diversity, equity, and
inclusion
Maintain a productive research agenda
Participate in the affairs of the department, School of
Education, and University, including but not limited to committee
work and curriculum development
Participate in ongoing data collection and analysis to
productively participate in program review and accreditation
Functional and Supervisory Relationships
- Reports to the academic department chair
- Works under the supervision of the dean
- Works closely with department faculty and staff within the
department
- Additional working relationships with faculty and staff within
the School of Education and in other college departments
Required Qualifications
- An earned doctorate in teacher education, elementary education,
curriculum and instruction in a content area, or a closely related
field, or ABD with a designated completion date within the first
year of the appointment
- Knowledge of early childhood and/or elementary school
curriculum and best practices for instruction and pedagogy,
mentoring, and curriculum design and development
- Evidence of a scholarly agenda including research-based
presentations and/or publications
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication
skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Three or more years of successful experience teaching in early
childhood and/or elementary school settings
- Higher education teaching experience at the undergraduate
and/or graduate level
- Experience teaching in a variety of formats (e.g.,
face-to-face, online, blended)
- Demonstrated emphasis on teaching for social justice,
collaboration, and interdisciplinary learning
- Experience working collaboratively across diverse settings,
including in professional development schools or in partnerships
with P-6 schools and/or child care environments
- Demonstrated ability to utilize technology and integrate it
into instruction
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Cultural competence
- Commitment to working collaboratively and collegially with
others
- Strong work ethic
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication
skills
About the University
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in
the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides
accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S.
body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University
of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous
undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences,
education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY
Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a
well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The
University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on
Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,”
fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an
impressive network of alumni making a difference in education,
business, government, fitness, medicine and many other
fields.
Please note: Individuals must be currently authorized to
work in the United States on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is
not available for this position.
EEO Statement
SUNY Cortland is an AA/ EEO / ADA employer and encourages
applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities,
and members of underrepresented groups.
Job Close Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F26011
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/11562
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you or will you need visa sponsorship?
- Are you currently authorized to work in the United States on a
full-time basis as visa sponsorship is not available for this
position?
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents
