Assistant Professor of Elementary Teacher Education

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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• 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.
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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.

Posting Number: F26011