External Lecturer – “Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting” (Summer 2025) – DIS Copenhagen

Teach undergraduate students from North American universities who are spending a semester studying in Copenhagen, Denmark. The course ‘Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting’ explores how a child’s early years shape later development and how a Nordic approach to childhood – in terms of parenting, policies, pedagogies, and cultural structures – compares and contrasts to approaches in other parts of the world.

Read more about the course here

This course includes a week-long course-integrated Study Tour to Helsinki, Finland.

Read more about Study Tours here

Tasks

• Develop, prepare, and evaluate course curriculum, content, materials, and methods of instruction
• Deliver lectures, lead academic visits throughout Copenhagen, and facilitate classroom discussions
• Plan academic activities and facilitate a 5-day Study Tour to Helsinki, Finland
• Evaluate and grade students’ work

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Classroom teaching and other experiential learning activities
• Student assessment, grading, and feedback throughout the course
• Planning and leading academic field studies to relevant institutions or schools
• Planning academic visits during study tours and serving as tour leader during travel

Professional competencies

• Master’s degree in education, psychology, or related field is required; PhD degree in education, psychology, or related field is preferred
• Work experience from your field of expertise
• Excellent academic English and capable of teaching in English
• Interest in instructing undergraduate-level students from North American institutions
• Ability to be legally employed in Denmark (this position does not come with a work visa)

Additional information

• Materials from current syllabi are available (both readings and in-class teaching materials)
• As long as the main objectives of the course are retained, topics can be adjusted according to the instructor’s background and expertise
• Some topics can be covered by guest lecturers

Teaching requirements
This is a short-term full-time teaching position with flexible hours. Salary is based on an AC Agreement. Teaching expectations include: 3 hours of class time per day on weekdays, two 4-hour field studies, plus a week-long study tour as described above.

Start Date: The course runs from June 17 – July 4, 2025. Training and onboarding are planned on an individual basis.

Student profile & teaching at DIS
Teaching at DIS requires creativity and flexibility. Faculty prioritize bringing course material to life through interactive, experiential learning, and are communicative and engaged with their students.

Most students enrolled in the Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting course study education or psychology at their North American university, though disciplines might expand beyond this. Students are typically in their third year of university. Courses are all taught in English.

Pedagogical support, training, and mentorship is available at DIS through the Learning Lab and experienced faculty; faculty are encouraged to collaborate with academic support staff in various professional development opportunities.

DIS Work Values & Styles

• Cross-cultural learning
• Independence and initiative
• Communication
• Creativity in the classroom
• Professional development and relationship-building
• Friendly work environment
• High-quality support & resources for faculty
• Collaborative co-working spaces and environment

Application Process
If you are interested in applying, submit a CV/resume and application letter in English using the link below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For further information, please contact Program Director Suman Ambwani at sam@dis.dk.

Department: Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Child Development and Diversity

Location: Vestergade 7, 1456, København K, Denmark