Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Studies

Sonoma State University; Cotati (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma State University in Sonoma County, California, seeks an assistant professor in Early Childhood Studies to teach in the ECS major, minor, graduate, and PK-3 ECE specialist credential program, starting August 2027.

The department emphasizes social justice and equity, with opportunities for scholarly activity, service, and collaboration. Qualifications include a Ph.D./Ed.D. (or ABD) in a related field, a teaching credential, and evidence of scholarly potential.

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. (or ABD) in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Teaching credential or equivalent expertise.
• Explicit commitment to social justice and educational equity.
• Evidence or potential of ability to participate in meaningful scholarly activity.
• Currency in child development theory and practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in person and online in the ECS major, minor, graduate, and PK-3 ECE program.
• Advise students in the PK-3 ECE credential and related programs.
• Engage in scholarly activities, presentations, and publications.
• Participate in department, school, and university committees and program assessment.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D./Ed.D. in Early Childhood Education or related field (or ABD)

Job description

Sonoma State University in Sonoma County, California, seeks an assistant professor in Early Childhood Studies to teach in the ECS major, minor, graduate, and PK-3 ECE specialist credential program, starting August 2027.

The department emphasizes social justice and equity, with opportunities for scholarly activity, service, and collaboration. Qualifications include a Ph.D./Ed.D. (or ABD) in a related field, a teaching credential, and evidence of scholarly potential.