Assistant/Associate Professor

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The NCCU School of Education offers undergraduate, graduate, licensure and professional development programs to train students to become teachers, principals, counselors, as well as serve as mentors to community schools. The School offers traditional, classroom-based instruction as well as instruction via the Internet and teleconferencing. Faculty and staff bring diverse knowledge and experience, provide students with a unique learning experience; teach in small classroom size for easier access to each other and their instructors, and employ the latest technology.
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is located in the School of Education. It houses undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare professional PK-12 educators for licensure and success in school settings. Programs include early childhood education, elementary education, middle grades education, educational technology, instructional design, special education, and school administration.

Design and teach campus and online classes in the Early Childhood and Family Studies program. Advise, mentor, and supervise students in practicum and f ield experiences. Engage in scholarly activities leading to publication. Seek grants or other sources of funding to support innovative inquiry -based projects. Participate in department, college, university, and community service. Contribute to the department's and university's ef forts to create a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable learning environment for all students .

Candidates will possess an earned doctorate f rom a regionally accredited institution. Candidates must demonstrate potential for ef fective teaching in early childhood education; research and service; and activity in appropriate professional organizations and/or societies. Strong interpersonal skills, strong identity as an early childhood educator, and excellent organizational and communication skills are expected.

* Completed Ph.D. or equivalent Human Development, Family Science/Studies, Developmental

Psychology, Sociology, or a related f ield (or closely related discipline) by position start date ( ABD

may be considered).

* Demonstrated record of or strong potential for achievement in teaching, academic research, and

service commensurate with experience.

* Demonstrated ability to communicate and work ef fectively with others.

* Experience working with a variety of audiences.

* Excellent written communication skills.

* Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

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North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Primary teaching responsibilities include face-to-face, hybrid, and online undergraduate and graduate courses in Early Childhood and Family Studies program and related areas.

Academic advising, university service, collaboration, accreditation related activities, promotion of the program and the university, and leadership duties as assigned by the department chair or dean.

Scholarly endeavors including grant writing and research leading to refereed publications and

presentations at state and national conferences.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
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