Visiting Lecturer II or III in Family and Child Studies

University of New Mexico, United States

Updated: 23 days ago
Location: Albuquerque, NEW MEXICO


Visiting Lecturer II or III in Family and Child Studies
Posting Numberreq29524
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty Type
Hiring DepartmentIndividual Family Comm Educ IFCE (734A)
Academic Location
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

The Family and Child Studies Program in the College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time, 9-month appointment Visiting Lecturer II or III position in the Family and Child Studies Program beginning in the fall semester of the 2024-2025 academic year.

The Family and Child Studies Program has 3 undergraduate concentrations including Human Development and Family Relations (HDFR), Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED) and Early Childhood Multicultural Education Licensure Pre-K to Grade 3. The Lecturer will teach undergraduate courses in the UNM Family and Child Studies Program.

UNM is the state’s flagship research university as well as a Hispanic-serving institution classified as a Carnegie Research University with Highest Research Activity. UNM also has strong connections with 23 tribal nations located within New Mexico. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with broadly diverse student and community populations.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Family and Child Studies. Some of the courses may include Emergent Literacy: Birth through Pre-K, Young Children and Diverse Abilities, Teaching and Learning Reading and Writing, Teaching and Learning Math and Science, Teaching and Learning Practicum, Student Teaching Seminar.

The position will remain open until filled. Consideration and review of applicants will not take place until all required documents are received.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:  

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in a related field (e.g., Early Childhood Education) by start date, August 2024.
  • Record of higher education teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year experience teaching early childhood or related area at the college or university undergraduate level
  • Ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses in early childhood, including courses focused on pedagogy and curriculum development
  • Experience working with students of diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Experience teaching hybrid and online courses.
  • A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application consists of 1) a cover letter; 2) a comprehensive CV; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) transcripts for all collegiate coursework (readable, unofficial copies will be accepted); and 5) the titles, names and contact information (address, phone number and email address) of at least three professional references.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 6/21/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.


 


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