Open Rank Professor of Early Childhood Education

Position Details

Position Type Faculty, Tenure Track Classification Title Open Rank Professor Position's Functional Title Open Rank Professor of Early Childhood Education Position Start Date 08/01/2022 Position End Date (if temporary) Position Summary
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Early Childhood Education. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, ability to teach non-traditional or diverse student populations, the ability to collaborate in a positive manner with faculty and staff, and evidence of a distinguished or prospective record of scholarship as well as community service via projects, committees and/or leadership roles.

The candidate must hold a doctorate in Early Childhood Education or related field conferred by August 1, 2022. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Early Childhood field in the following modalities: online, hybrid, and on campus. The candidate must be available to teach and supervise students during daytime, evening, and weekend hours. This position has the potential possibility for program coordinator opportunities.

Governors State University ( GSU ) was founded in 1969, originally as an upper-division institution with a primary focus of serving community college graduates pursuing baccalaureate degrees. During the five intervening decades, GSU has grown to become the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving approximately 6,000 students annually in 85 different bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs. GSU features a highly diverse faculty and staff of roughly 1,000 employees that reflect the students and community we serve. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students from across the region and around the world. From its mission statement, Governors State University is committed to offering an exceptional and accessible education that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a global society.

Students benefit from the university’s high academic quality, range of convenient class times, increasing hybrid and online offerings, and outstanding educational value.

The exceptionally beautiful campus is conveniently located within easy reach by road and rail to Chicago and surrounding communities that have a wealth of cultural and natural attractions. The highly diverse region GSU serves has a number of high performing schools and engaged communities as well as struggling urban, suburban, and rural communities. GSU seeks to serve as a public square, working to foster educational opportunities for all populations.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Ph.D. or Ed.D.. in Early Childhood Education or related field. ABD that is complete by the start date will be considered.
2. Knowledge and ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood education including related competencies.
3. Minimum of 3 years teaching in public schools in grades pre K- 2nd.
4. Hold or have held a teaching license ( PEL ) for prek-2nd grade Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience teaching university-level courses.
2. Experience supervising students in the field.
3. Experience collaborating with other professional and school personnel in the field.
4. Documented record of an ability to make intellectual contributions through scholarly publications/presentations consistent with the maintenance of AQ (“Academically Qualified”) faculty status under accreditation standards.
5. Current or former Illinois Teaching License
6. Ability to teach at night and on weekends
7. Experience with Blackboard, Livetext, TK 20 or comparable.
8. Experience with and knowledge of NAYCE, CAEP ( NCATE ), and Gateways
9. Experience managing university programs as a coordinator or similar position Posting Date 12/09/2021 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Number FA0451P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting https://employment.govst.edu/postings/6514 Employee ID Department Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of candidates is underway and will continue until position is filled. For full consideration of your credentials apply by January 5, 2022. Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • Doctorate Degree
   • ABD
2. * What is/are your doctorate(s) in?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Will you have a Doctorate Degree in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Briefly list your area(s) of research or teaching expertise.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
5. * Experience teaching in online/hybrid delivery?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts
4. Certification/Professional License
5. List of Three Professional References

Optional Documents

1. Other
2. Other2
3. Other3
4. Other4