Assistant Professor/Program Coordinator, Early Childhood Education

Job Summary

The Early Childhood Education Assistant Professor/Program Coordinator will play a crucial role in the department's mission to provide high-quality teaching, service, and research. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate-level teaching, course and curriculum development, engagement in research activities, participation in departmental and university committees, technology skills, and other duties as assigned.
Our institution is dedicated to excellence in teaching. Faculty members are expected to excel in educational endeavors, adapt to evolving educational needs, embrace innovative instructional methods, including technology-enhanced learning, and actively contribute to peer-reviewed scholarship and academic community engagement.
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.
The College of Education was formally established in 1996, supported by a unique undergraduate integrated curriculum created by the founding faculty members. The undergraduate curriculum has evolved to prepare undergraduate and graduate students to meet the challenges present in 21st century PreK-12 classrooms. COE quickly recognized the need for graduate programs that focus on supporting the demand for strong PreK-20 school leaders, where it continues to grow and expand its degree offerings.
The mission of the COE is to provide diverse environments of excellence that support dynamic learning experiences. In these environments, faculty and students reflect upon and engage in the applications of theory, research, and emerging technologies. These environments support the construction of knowledge, skills, and attitudes through collaboration and inquiry. As a result, faculty and students are empowered to create an enhanced quality of life within their respective communities.
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Delivering undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood education and related subject areas.
• Developing and enhancing the curriculum to meet program goals.
• Engaging in research activities and publications.
• Serving on departmental and university committees.
• Collaborating with colleagues within and outside the university.
• Contributing to the development of innovative teaching methods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate in early childhood education or a closely related field.
• ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2024. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract until degree is conferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in early childhood curriculum development.
• Experience teaching with young children in educational environments.
• Experience with Early childhood center program leadership/administration experience.
• Experience with research-informed teaching and field-based learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development.
• Previous work in collaborative educational initiatives.
• Familiarity with educational technology and distance learning.
• Record of academic scholarship and service to the community.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of best practices in early childhood education and care.
• Skills in strong communication and collaboration.
• Ability to use educational technology.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Appointment will be made at a faculty rank commensurate with the candidate’s experience on a 9-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2024.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida’s Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

Under Florida’s Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials:

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Interests
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Five (5) Professional References

​The position is listed as “open until filled”, however applications received by December 1, 2023 will receive priority consideration.”

Salary commensurate with education and experience.