Term Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education & Teaching

The Department of Early Learning and Teaching invites applications for a full-time, term appointment in Early Childhood Education at the rank of Term Assistant Professor. The Early Childhood program within the department offers three programs, an Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Infant and Toddler Development, an Associate of Applied Science degree (NAEYC - accredited), and a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education (AK DEED-approved).

The Early Childhood program at UAA blends theory and practice in the preparation of early childhood educators who can deliver quality care and education for young children from birth through age eight. The Early Childhood program offers three outcomes, an Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Infant and Toddler Development, an Associate of Applied Science degree (NAEYC-accredited), and a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education that may include licensure to teach up through third grade.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced professional with a strong background in early childhood and early learning settings, including school districts, agencies, and medical facilities. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in early childhood or elementary leadership and possess the ability to mentor preservice teachers in field-based clinical experiences. Familiarity with NAEYC professional standards and/or CAEP accreditation is essential.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated capacity to collaborate with colleagues to enhance scholarship, improve program quality, and support student success. They will be adept at delivering high-quality instruction through distance learning technologies, facilitating engaging, interactive, and student-centered instruction for adult learners.

We are looking for someone who excels in delivering academic programs, engaging in meaningful program evaluation, and advancing scholarship through grant writing, curriculum development, and professional writing. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working with Indigenous people and diverse learners, is required. Strong written and oral communication skills are a must.

If you are dedicated to making a positive impact on students and communities through education, we encourage you to apply and join our collaborative team!

To thrive in this roll the potential candidate will have previous experience serving as an early childhood educator in a birth-five setting such as preschool or Headstart and/or P-3rd grade public school setting.

The ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

The candidate will have 1) Graduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field; 2) At least five (5) years of successful experience as an early educator.

Position Details:

This position is located on the on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a full-time, 9-month, term-funded,  faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package, with an expected start date in August 2025. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off (FTO), 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates has been identified.

Please be prepared to upload the following items:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Contact information (email address and phone number) of three professional references

Conditions of Employment:
Must be able to provide official transcripts documenting academic credentials required for the position at the time of hire.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC). https://unitedacademicsak.org/

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Jenna Baldiviez, Search Committee Chair, at jkbaldiviez@alaska.edu.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.