Assistant/Associate Professor of Childhood Education

Assistant/Associate Professor of Childhood Education

Utica University, a comprehensive, independent, private institution in Upstate New York, is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Education Department. Applicants should hold a PhD in Childhood Education or a closely related field. ABD may be considered. Applicants should also hold teacher certification in Childhood Education Grades 1-6 and have a strong commitment to high quality teaching and diversity. A specialization in mathematics is desired. Finally, applicants must show potential for leadership, scholarship, and collegial collaboration with faculty in an innovative department and school. Experience in working with students with disabilities is preferred. Experience coordinating or directing programs is preferred. 

In deciding whether to apply for a position at Utica University, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider Utica's mission and culture to help determine their potential success at http://www.utica.edu/instadvance/marketingcomm/about/. Our Mission and Values Statement includes a commitment to fostering diversity in background,  perspective, and experience within an environment that is dedicated to the freedom of expression and the open sharing of ideas.  At Utica, diversity means that we are a community that represents a range of human experience and makes conscious choices to appreciate, respect, and learn from each other. Utica University actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society.

Primary responsibilities include:

• To teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Childhood Education Grade 1-6 or related areas. Specifically, classes that include the teaching of Next Generation Standards, elementary curriculum, and methods of instruction for students with and without disabilities including English language learners.
• To be an active member of the Utica University campus through service to the department, school, and university as well as the surrounding community
• To provide advisement to students in educator preparation programs
• To show promise for scholarship in his/her field

Qualifications:

• PhD in Childhood Education, or a related field required; ABD may be considered
• Teacher certification in Childhood Education, or a related field is required
• Knowledge of the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards for ELA and Mathematics preferred
• Membership in the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) preferred
• Experience in teaching students with and without disabilities in grades K-12 is preferred
• Familiarity with education research methods
• Experience supervising student teachers preferred
• Experience with teacher accreditation (e.g., AAQEP) preferred
• Experience with education advisement preferred
• Experience coordinating or directing programs is preferred
• Experience with edTPA is preferred

Utica University:

Founded in 1946 as Utica College, Utica University is a private comprehensive institution distinguished for its integration of liberal and professional study. Our dedicated faculty and staff have built a tradition of excellence in teaching and learning with particular emphasis on providing individual attention to students. The University enrolls approximately 3,700 students – approximately 2,700 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students.

A city of approximately 60,000, Utica is located at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in the Mohawk Valley region of upstate New York. The area offers easy access to a broad variety of cultural attractions, including the historic Stanley Performing Arts Center and renowned Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute, as well as four-season recreation.        

Application Information:

To apply, submit a letter of application, CV, Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Statement of Research interests and experience. Candidates are also asked to submit an additional reflective statement about teaching in the required applicant document titled “diversity statement”. Since Utica University strives to be a diverse and inclusive community, it is essential that you include in this statement a reflection on the kinds of experiences you have had, and the kinds of approaches you would take, teaching and working with a diverse student body. (For the definition of diversity that we use at Utica University , please see the following web page: http://www.utica.edu/instadvance/marketingcomm/about/diversity/aboutus.cfm.)

Applications that do not address diversity will be considered incomplete.

In line with the University's Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Diversity_Statement_Guide.pdf

All application materials must be submitted online at the following link: https://uc.peopleadmin.com/postings/3497

Active consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. References will be checked for candidates invited to campus. 

Utica University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations.