Assistant Lecturer in Early Childhood Teacher Education

Title: Assistant Lecturer in Early Childhood Teacher Education

Department Org: 106600 - Curriculum & Instruction

Employee Classification: Lecturer 9 Month

Bargaining Unit: The American Association of University Professors University of Toledo Chapter (Lecturers)

Primary Location: Main Campus - Academic

Job Description:

The Department of Teacher Education in the Judith Herb College of Education at The University of Toledo is seeking a lecturer in early childhood teacher education with teaching strengths in early childhood teacher education, culturally responsive pedagogy as well as a commitment to urban education, and a readiness to partner with local schools to provide transformative teacher education. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate teacher education courses in early childhood pedagogy and assessment. The candidate will also be encouraged to maintain connections with local schools.

The University of Toledo is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to maintaining a welcoming and respectful community to all members, regardless of their race, national origin, religion, beliefs, age, socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status. As part of this commitment, we require that all applicants for faculty positions include a statement that discusses their past and/or planned contributions to a culture of equity and inclusion in the areas of research, teaching, or service. In this statement, the applicant should also reflect upon their experiences and vision regarding how their values and experiences advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in working with students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in education or related field is required. Three or more years of experience in early childhood teaching is required. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively. Additionally, the ability to work effectively with traditional and non-traditional students is desired. Candidates with expertise in core academic content and/or online instruction are especially encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

It is preferred that applicants have a doctoral degree in early childhood education or a related field. Experience teaching early childhood education courses, including using an online platform, is preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

All UToledo employees on all campuses, including those working on campus and working remotely, are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or have an approved exemption.

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:00PM or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the Main Campus of the University of Toledo.

Advertised: 21 Feb 2022 Eastern Standard Time
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