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Posted: 03-May-26
Location: Rochester, Michigan
Internal Number: 37544
Job Description Summary:
The Early Childhood Education area in the Department of Human Development and Child Studies (HDCS) at Oakland University invites applications for a non-tenure-track, Visiting Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2026. We are especially interested in a candidate with expertise in early elementary education. The position is a one-year contract with the possibility of extension.
Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring, and supervising undergraduate and graduate students; providing service to the department, school, and university, as well as contributing to Oakland University's mission for community partnerships and engagement.
For full consideration, please submit your completed application, along with the following required materials, by Friday, May 29, 2026. The position will be open until filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Master's degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, Child Development, Human Development, or a related field; PhD or EdD strongly preferred
- Three or more years of experience teaching in an early elementary classroom setting;
- Evidence of successful teaching in early childhood or elementary education, practicum or field experience supervision at undergraduate and/or graduate level;
- Good command of educational technology; experience with online asynchronous and hybrid teaching;
- Passion for mentoring preservice and inservice teachers;
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants::
The following documents are required:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Post-secondary transcripts
- Teaching statement
- Research statement
- A representative publication in the Early Childhood Education or Early Elementary area
- Name and contact information of 3 references who can provide a letter upon request
Please direct all inquiries to:
Early Childhood/Early Elementary Education Position Search Chair Dr. Katie Sloan
krsloan@oakland.edu
About Oakland University
Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.
https://careercenter.zerotothree.org/jobs/22249418/visiting-assistant-professor-in-early-elementary-education
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