Assistant Professor of Childhood Education Tenure-Track

St. John's University
Queens, NY
Full-time

Faculty

Queens, NY

  • ID : 219572-951
  • Full-Time / Regular

St. John's University

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Assistant Professor of Childhood Education Tenure-Track

The Institution

St. John’s University, established in 1870, has campuses in New York City, as well as international locations in Italy, Ireland, and France.

In addition to these campuses, the University has study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings.

St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online.

The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St.

John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.

We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Division / Department Information

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in The School of Education at St. John’s University is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Childhood Education.

The purpose of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction is to prepare teachers for certification in their respective fields while imparting a values-based philosophy that promotes service, integrity, compassion and diversity.

Responsibilities

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction seeks a scholar to join our faculty as a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a start date of September 1, 2024, or January 1, 2025.

The responsibilities associated with the position include :

  • Teaching undergraduate- and graduate-level (including doctorate) courses with an emphasis on all aspects of childhood education, including literacy (this position carries a 3-3 teaching load)
  • Maintaining an active research agenda
  • Serving on department, school, and university committees
  • Participating in program development and assessment
  • Advising students
  • Seeking external grant funding
  • Engaging in service to the program, school, university and profession

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will :

  • Be able to design and deliver instruction that meets standards for Childhood Education in person and / or online
  • Possess deep knowledge of theories of teaching and learning
  • Demonstrate potential for scholarly work, including publications, conference presentations, and a compelling research agenda
  • Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racist pedagogies
  • Demonstrate and enact culturally relevant pedagogies
  • Engage in effective use of technology for online learning
  • Show evidence of critical reflection
  • Hold a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction or Teacher Education (or closely related field with a focus in Childhood Education)
  • Applicants who expect to earn their doctorates in Spring 2025 will receive consideration
  • Have at least three years of experience as a PK-12 educator

Additional preferences for candidates include :

  • Record of teaching at the college level
  • Knowledge of diverse research methods
  • Licensed PK-12 teacher with multiple certifications
  • Record of teaching and working in high-need communities
  • Record of working with pre-service teacher candidates in the field
  • Be familiar with AAQEP and INTASC standards, as well as New York State K-12 pedagogy standards

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your letter of interest, CV, and three statements, including 1) teaching philosophy, 2) research agenda, and 3) commitment to diversity and equity.

Three letters of reference, as well as other supporting documentation, will be requested later in the recruitment process.

Applications, including all requested materials, must be submitted via the online portal.

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