Open Rank Faculty, Early Childhood Education (Tenure-Track)

Open Rank Faculty, Early Childhood Education (Tenure-Track)
Closing Date:

Job Duties:

DUTIES:

In addition to the responsibilities listed below, faculty members
are expected to adhere to all university and College of Education
faculty policies, guidelines, and responsibilities and perform
other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean of the College of
Education, the Dean of Colleges, and the Provost/Vice President for
Academic Affairs.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate Early Childhood Education

and education courses in face-to-face, hybrid, online, evening,
weekend, and off-site formats.

• Design, develop, and deliver high-quality instruction and

assessments while serving as the course anchor for assigned courses
by maintaining curriculum, instructional materials, and consistency
in course delivery, including providing guidance and oversight for
adjunct instructors.

• Support student academic achievement, professional development,

and career readiness.

• Working with a range of students to assist them in achieving

academic and career success

• Maintaining office hours and advise teacher candidates on

academic, professional, and certification matters.

• Supervise and mentor teacher candidates during field

experiences and clinical internships.

• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and

continuous program improvement through data-informed
decision-making.

• Contribute to accreditation activities, including CAEP and

NAEYC Higher Education Accreditation processes.

• Develop and sustain partnerships with school systems, community

organizations, early childhood agencies, and Professional
Development Schools (PDS) to support clinical practice.

• Promote candidate success on educator certification assessments

and performance-based assessments, including edTPA or comparable
state-required assessments.

• Engage in scholarship and professional development appropriate

for a teaching-focused institution to maintain expertise in the
discipline.

• Serve on university, college, and program committees and

participate in faculty governance and service activities.

• Collaborate with faculty, school partners, and community

stakeholders to advance educator preparation initiatives.

• Perform other duties as assigned by university

administration.

Required Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A graduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child

Development, Child and Family Studies, or a closely related field
from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of 18
graduate hours in the teaching field. If selected, candidates may
be required to complete a doctorate.

• Applicants who are ABD (All but Dissertation) will be

considered.

• At least three (3) years of successful teaching Early Childhood

education in P-3 settings

• Commitment to promoting and encouraging a culturally responsive

approach to teaching

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, equity, and culturally

responsive teaching practices

• Evidence of, or strong potential for, scholarly productivity

and professional engagement

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• Earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Early Childhood Education, Child

Development, Child and Family Studies, or a closely related field
from a regionally accredited institution.

• Experience and/or expertise in early literacy, early

mathematics, STEM education, child development, inclusive
practices, curriculum development, family engagement, assessment,
and educational technology.

• Completion of Alabama Reading Initiatives (ARI) Training
• Formal training in Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading

and Spelling (LETRS®) For Early Childhood Educators

• Experience using candidate performance data to support

continuous improvement, accreditation, and program assessment.

• Demonstrated effectiveness designing and delivering

high-quality online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced
instruction.

• Completion of Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative

(AMSTI) Mathematics Training for grades K-3

• Completion of Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative

(AMSTI) Science Training for grades K-3

• Experience and expertise in integrating content areas in a

cross-curricular approach to instruction

• Ability to model effective online teaching and use of

instructional technology

• Experience in supervising student-teaching interns
• Experience with the accreditation process (CEC, CAEP, SACSCOC,

etc.)

• Ability to interpret and apply data to improve practices in

both courses anchored and college-wide applications

Salary Schedule:

Salary Range: $57,155 – $94,926; includes range for
Assistant/AssociateTo view salary schedules, visit:
https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human-resources/resources/salary-schedule-tables
Salary will be commensurate with experience and
qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university
which verifies qualifications for the position.

Note: Credential evaluations are needed for all
transcripts obtained outside the U.S. before uploading and
submitting an application. (Credential evaluators should provide
course-by-course evaluations and transcribed in English.)

Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges
and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment
is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and
universities attended.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and
apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.athens.edu/postings/search

About Athens State University

Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers
junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates
and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other
institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens
State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and
degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive
and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are
enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a
working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured
in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for
four online programs including computer science, accounting,
education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate
degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business.
The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees
with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges:
College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of
Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members
hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges.

Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between
Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events
and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism
Society's “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens
Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers
Convention.

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines,
the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a
consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be
contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that
criminal background check.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as
an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with
all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination
and affirmative action. Athens State University does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age,
marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression,
pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic
information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or
participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or
concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of
Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens,
AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.

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