Grambling State University

Early Childhood Faculty

Click here for printer-friendly version.
Click here for Application
Click here for reference check form
Click here for criminal background check form

DEPARTMENT:	Department of Curriculum and Instruction
QUALIFICATIONS:	A Ph.D. or Ed. D. degree in Early Childhood Education is required. The desired candidate must have experience teaching early childhood undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as experience teaching in an early childhood setting. Active involvement with professional organizations and teaching experience at the university level are preferred. Evidence of grant writing, research and publication are a plus. A commitment to the academic achievement of a diverse student population. An excellent academic record and evidence of potential to make significant contributions to the field of teacher education in general and specifically in early childhood education.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Teach four courses per semester in Early Childhood Education Serve and provide assistance on all committees to which he/she is assigned Engage in scholarly work and to involve students in this work whenever feasible Assist the Department Head in increasing the number of majors in the department Assist with curriculum reviews and analysis at the department/college/university Attend faculty meetings, convocations, and commencements, and to participate in other official University functions when requested Perform other tasks assigned by the Department Head, Dean of the College/School, or Provost Assist with providing leadership and counsel for student organizations in the department Other duties as assigned by the Department Head or Dean
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 12/09/2008