What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer II or III - Early Childhood Education position at University of New Mexico?
The Family
and Child Studies Program in the College of Education and Human Sciences at the
University of New Mexico invites applications for a Lecturer II or III position
in the Family and Child Studies Program beginning in the Fall semester of the
2025-2026 academic year. The positions may commence as early as August 2025,
but shall remain open until filled.
The expected teaching load for the
position is four courses per semester. Salary will be commensurate with
experience and education. Applicants must be a qualified
professional who has completed all requirements except the dissertation for the
terminal degree and holds a Master's degree in a related area, or a terminal
degree by appointment/or application date with specialization in Family &
Child Studies, or related field (e.g., Early Childhood Education, Human
Development and Family Sciences, Special Education, Literacy) by the
appointment start date
The UNM
College of Education and Human Sciences, comprised of five academic
departments, is a future-oriented, dynamic professional school. The Department
of Individual, Family and Community Education is one of the largest departments
in the college with the uniqueness of having Counselor Education, Educational Psychology,
Family and Child Studies, and Nutrition/Dietetics together as an academic unit.
The department has both undergraduate and graduate programs.
UNM is the
premier research university in the state of New Mexico, as well as a Carnegie
R1
Highest
Research Activity Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving
Institution.
The Family and Child Studies Program is partnering with ADVANCE at
UNM, an NSF Institutional Transformation grant, to help recruit and retain an
excellent and diverse faculty. UNM is located in Albuquerque, the largest city
in New Mexico. Albuquerque is an ethnically diverse
metropolitan area of over a half million residents that has been listed as one
of the best small
cities in the U.S. by National Geographic Traveler. The city has a rich culture
and a location
offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure. The University is
located within one
hour of Santa Fe, three hours of Taos, and within minutes of the Sandia and
Manzano
mountain ranges, which offer great opportunities for hiking, biking, rock
climbing, skiing,
and other outdoor activities. Learn more about life in Albuquerque, NM : https://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/
Minimum Qualifications:
- Qualified professional who has completed all requirements except the dissertation for the terminal degree and holds a Master's degree in a related area, or a terminal degree by appointment/or application date with specialization in Family & Child Studies, or related field (e.g., Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Sciences, Special Education, Literacy) by the appointment start date
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 1 year experience teaching and/or field supervision in early childhood or related area at the college or university undergraduate level.
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses in early childhood, including courses focused on pedagogy, methods, and curriculum development.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise students in teacher preparation programs and partner with teachers and school administration.
- Experience teaching hybrid and online courses.
- A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
- Potential for assuming an active role in all program activities including accreditation, community outreach, and facilitating and maintaining program protocol.
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application consists of 1) a cover letter; 2) a comprehensive CV; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) transcripts for all collegiate coursework (readable, unofficial copies will be accepted); and 5) the titles, names and contact information (address, phone number and email address) of at least three professional references.Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
