Assistant Professor - Child Development and Family Science

NCFR

Ellensburg (WA)

Hybride

USD 70 000 - 76 000

Plein temps

Il y a 9 jours

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Résumé du poste

NCFR in Ellensburg, WA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Child Development and Family Science. Primary teaching includes the department's child life curriculum; responsibilities span introductory and advanced courses, practitioner partnerships, and program coordination.

The role emphasizes teaching excellence, mentorship, internship support, and active scholarly engagement. The candidate will advise students, participate in recruitment, and contribute to research,

Qualifications

PhD or terminal degree in Child Development and Family Science or related field.
Certified Child Life Specialist (5+ years practicing).
Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in child life or related disciplines using student-centered instructional practices.
Ability to teach a wide range of courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Ability to engage in scholarship in the field of CDFS.
Ability to mentor graduate student researchers.
Experience contributing to CWU's commitment to student engagement and diversity.

Responsabilités

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in child development, child life, and related areas.
Serve as Child Life Program coordinator, advising and mentoring students.
Support internships, participate in graduate committees, and engage in research.

Connaissances

Student-centered instruction

Mentoring graduate students

Scholarship in CDFS

Teaching diverse courses

Strong communication

Formation

PhD or terminal degree in Child Development and Family Science or related discipline

Description du poste

Assistant Professor - Child Development and Family Science

Posting Date

October 9, 2026

The Role

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at Central Washington University, located in Ellensburg, Washington, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor whose primary teaching responsibilities include the department's child life curriculum. This position involves teaching existing introductory and advanced Child Development and Family Science courses. Faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in child development, child life, therapeutic play, children with disabilities, practicum, and other areas; to serve as College in the High School liaison; and to contribute to the department/program. This faculty member will serve as Child Life Program coordinator, including advising and mentoring students, supporting students through the internship process, serving on child life students' graduate committees, maintaining and expanding partnerships and endorsements, participating in recruitment efforts, and engaging in research.

The Child Development and Family Science program houses an undergraduate bachelor's degree in Child Development and Family Science with specializations in Child Life, Child Development, and Family Science, as well as undergraduate minors and certificates and a graduate program with specializations in Child Life and Family Science. Both Child Life programs are endorsed by the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP). Faculty contribute to the program's mission through excellence in teaching, active scholarly engagement, meaningful service, and student advising while supporting learners both in-person and online.

The Department values excellence in teaching, applied scholarship, and service that advance the theory and practice of child development and family science. Faculty are expected to contribute to student success through innovative instruction, maintain an active program of scholarly activity, and engage in collaborative service that strengthens the department, university, profession, and community.

The ideal candidate enjoys contributing to a collaborative department that values teaching excellence, student success, innovative practice and inquiry, continuous improvement, and meaningful service to the department, college, university, profession, and community. The successful candidate will join a faculty committed to preparing the next generation of child development and family science leaders while contributing to the continued growth and innovation of the department and will integrate CWU's vision, mission, and values and create a learning environment that fosters student success and institutional excellence.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

Annual Salary: $70,000 - $76,000, based on a full-time nine-month appointment. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Appointment: Full-Time, Tenure-Track, 9-Month Appointment. Additional Summer teaching may be available. Central Washington University is on the quarter system with appointments from mid-September through mid-June.

Benefits: CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance. CWU Benefits, Perks & Discounts Overview.

Additional Information: For additional information about the University, visit: http://www.cwu.edu For additional information about Ellensburg, visit: http://www.myellensburg.com OR http://www.kittitascountychamber.com

NOTE: Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

Contact Information

Name: Dr. Amy Claridge Title: Professor, Child Development and Family Science Email: Amy.Claridge@cwu.edu Phone: 509-963-2758 Website: cwu.edu/academics/child-family/

Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

PhD or related terminal degree (ABD candidates may be considered; however, the terminal degree must be completed within one year of start date) in Child Development and Family Science or related discipline
Certified Child Life Specialist (5+ years practicing)
Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in child life or related disciplines using student-centered instructional practices.
Willingness and ability to teach a wide range of courses at the undergraduate and graduate level
Ability to engage in scholarship in the field of CDFS
Ability to mentor graduate student researchers
Teaching, research, service or other experience that has prepared the candidate to contribute to CWU's commitment to the engagement of students from a variety of backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or interest in developing courses and teaching online.
Experience in curriculum development and improvement.
Evidence of an active or emerging program of scholarly activity, preferably with an applied focus in topics relevant to child life.
Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into curriculum and classroom conversations.
Experience utilizing a variety of teaching methods designed for broad student success
A record of promoting institutional excellence in classrooms and academic work environments.
Commitment to ongoing professional development in teaching and practice
Demonstrated service to the child life profession through involvement in regional and/or national child life organizations.
Ability to work collaboratively with university faculty, students, and staff.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to student success through initiatives that promote access, engagement, retention, and/or achievement.