Assistant Professor of Childhood Education

Assistant Professor of Childhood EducationThe Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas is seeking candidates for a nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Childhood Education faculty position with a specialization in elementary literacy.The Assistant Professor of Childhood Education is a full-time, nine-month position to begin August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will join a vibrant team of faculty in a department growing in stature and recognized for excellence in teaching, research, faculty development, and student success.The Assistant Professor of Childhood Education will be expected to teach undergraduate coursework in literacy methods across foci such as emergent and developmental literacy, reading comprehension and/or writing; conduct research that results in peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations; pursue external funding through grant proposal submissions; participate in student advisement and mentoring, including service on dissertation committees; and collaborate with P-6 schools/educators to coordinate clinical experiences for preservice teachers or provide programmatic support.Providing service to the university, college, department, program, profession and community are foundational expectations. Through teaching, research, and service, this position supports the University's 150 Forward priorities of student success, research excellence, and an employer-of-choice environment. This is an in-person position. On-campus presence is an essential function of this position. Extensive in-person engagement in activities such as office hours, student advising, collaborative work, and departmental, college, and university committee meetings is required to advance student success, departmental effectiveness, and the mission of the college and the university.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:An earned doctorate from a nationally recognized and accredited institution of higher education focused on primary/elementary literacy education in programs such as Elementary Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field conferred by the start of employmentEvidence and/or promise of exemplary performance in research in elementary literacy educationEvidence and/or promise of effective teaching and advising at the higher education level. Evidence of relevant, productive service or potential to actively contribute to the program, department, university, and profession related to literacy educationPreferred Qualifications:Evidence of successful teaching in literacy methods courses with a distinct focus on foundational literacy skills, from emergent literacy practices through advanced reading comprehension and writing instructionEvidence of teaching and/or preparation of in-service teachers for primary/elementary settingsEvidence of primary/elementary classroom experience (3 years) in the United StatesFamiliarity with clinical models of teacher preparation (such as immersive field placements and Professional Development Schools)Salary InformationCommensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to ApplyCover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)Optional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact InformationDr. Heather YoungAssociate View email address on click.appcast.io application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Completed applications received by October 1, 2026, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.Pre-employment Screening RequirementsCriminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Constant Physical ActivityTalkingFrequent Physical ActivityHearingOccasional Physical ActivityManipulate items with fingers, including keyboardingBenefits EligibleYes