Assistant Professor-Early Childhood Education-Tenure Track

Early Childhood Education—Tenure Track

College of Education and Health Sciences at Baldwin Wallace University seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure track faculty position in Dual Primary (PK-5)/Intervention Specialist (PK-5) program. Start date for this 9-month academic year position is in Fall of 2023. Baldwin Wallace University is a teaching first institution, with a 21-credit hour instructional load per year. Tenure track positions also include academic advising of undergraduate students, scholarly productivity in the field of Education or teacher preparation, and service to the Department, University, and community.

We are seeking candidates with a passion for and commitment to the field of early childhood. They will join a community of equally committed teacher-scholars who see their role in preparing the next generation of teachers as both a privilege and a tremendous responsibility. The Department of Education at Baldwin Wallace is known for balancing its rigorous and comprehensive preparation programs with innovative approaches and personal attention to its students. The successful candidate will teach early childhood courses in the Dual Licensure Primary/Intervention Specialist Program (birth through fifth grade), focusing on teaching and learning, curriculum and instruction, inclusion, and early intervention.

Professional qualifications:

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in curriculum and teaching with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. ABD will be considered. At least three years of full-time demonstrated successful teaching experience across PreK-fifth grade. Evidence of successful college teaching is required, along with technology integration skills. Candidate will teach courses and supervise field/clinical experiences in early childhood education. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to young children with disabilities in inclusive settings. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equity through their teaching, research, learning, and/or community engagement.

About the Institution:

Baldwin Wallace University is a private, liberal arts institution located 20 miles southwest of Cleveland. The University offers an outstanding benefits package, including funding for professional travel, summer grant opportunities, and tuition benefits for immediate family. Our proximity to Cleveland enables partnerships with diverse local school districts and other higher education institutions. Learn more at http://www.bw.edu.

Required Materials:

Send (a) letter of application, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) statement of teaching philosophy, (d) a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement (refer to the instructions found at https://tinyurl.com/BWDiversityInfo ), and (e) contact information for three current references. Include all application information in one Word or one PDF document. To Apply, log on to BW’s Employment and Careers’ web page at https://www.bw.edu/employment. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Additional information, such as official transcripts, will be required of finalists.

Baldwin Wallace University is an EEO/AA employer and educator. At BW, we support and encourage diversity in a variety of forms. We value and appreciate inclusive excellence in the classroom, within extracurricular activities, and as we engage our community partners. Learn more about Diversity Affairs at: https://www.bw.edu/about/diversity.