Assistant/Associate Professor of Education, Tenure-Track

Alfred University's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track assistant/associate professor in Education to begin no later than August 2025.

We seek an Education generalist prepared to teach in some of the areas listed below for a growing program in Teacher Education. We specifically seek a childhood/elementary educator committed to excellence in the field of teacher education who will help students connect theory and practice in the classroom and who will bring a current understanding of pedagogical best practices, with an emphasis on educational technology. This position provides opportunities to mentor undergraduate and graduate students and to expand our programs in Early Childhood/Childhood Education and Special/Inclusive Education.

Salary: $53,000-$60,000-Assistant Professor; $60,000-$66,000-Associate Professor, Annually

Responsibilities:

• Specific Responsibilities for the Childhood/Early Childhood Program (EC/CE)
  • Student teaching supervision
  • Practicum supervision
  • Cultivate relationships with local school districts and personnel
  • Prepare student candidates for success on NYS exams and in the job search process
• Teaching courses in one or more of the following areas:
  • Integrated Teaching Methods
  • Methods of Teaching Literacy
  • Inclusive/Special Education courses (preference for both undergraduate and graduate)
  • Assessment
  • Competency Skills in Teaching Literacy
  • Math for the Elementary Teacher
  • Literacy courses at the graduate level
• Pursuing an active program of scholarly inquiry
• Advising and mentoring students
• Engaging in service to the Education Division, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the University, our community, and the profession

Requirements:

• Earned doctorate desired, ABD considered (for instructor rank)
• PK-grade six classroom teaching experience
• Experience with educational technology
• Prior experience with student teaching supervision
• Background with academically, culturally, and economically diverse learners in inclusive classroom settings
• Use of educational theory to inform teaching practice

Desired Experience:

• Special/Inclusive Education
• Experience with AAQEP Accreditation
• Knowledge of New York State teaching certification process and requirements

Application Process:
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024. Send application letter, vita, statements on teaching philosophy and research plans, and three reference letters. Official transcripts will be required for employment.

About Alfred University:
Alfred University, located 75 miles south of Rochester, NY, is a selective, comprehensive university. An EOE/AA employer, Alfred University values diversity, high-quality teaching, creativity, global awareness, and inquiry-based learning. Teacher Education at Alfred University has expanded to include a thriving off-campus extension program at Coming Community College.

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.