Assistant Instructional Professor in Early Childhood Studies

Assistant Instructional Professor in Early Childhood Studies

Job No: 537831
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Social/Behavioral Science, Early childhood education/Childcare
Department: 18080000 - ED-SPED SPECIAL EDUCATION

Job Description


Classification Title:

LECTURER

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Candidates shall have received the academic degree appropriate to the assignment of duties, or equivalent experiences or accomplishments in the field may be substituted.

Job Description:

The University of Florida invites applications for an Assistant Instructional Professor position (non-tenure track) to work in the School of Special Education, School Psychology, and Early Childhood Studies, focused on coordinating and teaching in the online and in-person early childhood programs (undergraduate and master's) offered through UF. The successful applicant will join a collaborative, cohesive, and energetic community of educators/scholars within the College who are committed to high quality teaching, research, and service.

We welcome a candidate whose teaching and scholarship focuses on practical, theoretical, and innovative approaches toward educator preparation and professional learning throughout the career span. Our Early Childhood Studies programs include a comprehensive array of programs that prepare practitioners and researchers for the exciting field of early childhood studies. Expert faculty design learning experiences that teach students in innovative and forward-thinking ways about developmentally appropriate programming and evidence-based practices to support the learning and development of young children and their families.

The successful applicant for the Assistant Instructional Professor position is expected to teach and advise undergraduate students in our early childhood programs; to support other adjunct instructors and faculty who teach courses and/or supervise practicum students in the program; and assist in coordinating the early childhood undergraduate and master's program. This 12-month appointment will begin in August 2026. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Teach online and in-person courses at the undergraduate and master's level
• Supervise early childhood practicum students
• Advise undergraduate and master's students in the early childhood programs
• Participate in program development and continuous improvement
• Attend faculty meetings and program coordinator meetings on campus

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The College of Education at the University of Florida, founded in 1906, has consistently been ranked No. 1 and No. 2 in the nation in Online Graduate Education for the last nine years, No. 2 nationally for undergraduate education and 8th nationally among public graduate colleges of education (U.S. News & World Report). Four of the College's academic programs occupy top-20 spots in the U.S. News rankings: Counselor Education (1st), Special Education (5th), Educational Administration (17th), and Elementary Education (17th). Cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and public scholarship—often conducted in partnership with other UF colleges, school districts and communities across the state and nation—are yielding powerful learning systems and models that are helping to transform education in today's changing world, starting with our youngest learners. Faculty researchers last year garnered more than $150.3 million in external awards supporting studies and projects addressing education's most critical issues. With both on campus and online options, the college offers 29 bachelor's and advanced degree programs and concentration areas, within nine academic specialties. To sustain the college's innovative edge, heightened emphasis on emerging technologies, student experience and interdisciplinary research will effectively prepare tomorrow's leaders in all education disciplines. The College's educator preparation programs have been continuously accredited by CAEP and NCATE since 1954. Follow us: @UF_COE (X), @uf_coe (Instagram), @university-of-florida-college-of-education (LinkedIn), and @UF.COE (Facebook)

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Florida, founded in 1853, is a public land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant research university and one of the most academically diverse universities in the nation. U.S. News & World Report ranks UF 6th among public universities. National rankings such as 1st by the Wall Street Journal and 4th by Forbes in their respective lists of Public Universities are a result of UF's commitment to provide the highest quality education at the best value. UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 200 research, service and education centers, bureaus and institutes, and boasts more than 6,600 faculty members, 60,000 students and 405,000 living alumni. Faculty scholars last year generated more than $1.26 billion in research awards. UF recently launched a $70 million AI partnership with NVIDIA, taking the first step toward ensuring equitable access to bringing AI to students and faculty from across campus and the state. The Florida Legislature designated UF as a “preeminent'' state university in 2013.

ABOUT THE AREA: UF is situated in Gainesville in North Central Florida, a vibrant college town that blends big-city cultural and athletic offerings with small-town friendliness and charm, along with excellent schools. Gainesville, located about halfway between the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, is often recognized as one of America's best college towns and is easily accessible to three major metropolitan areas (Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa). The National Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Gainesville as a “Tree City USA” every year since 1982. USA Today ranked Gainesville as the number one place to move in the Sunshine State. Add the allure of Florida's famous sunshine, tropical breezes, and abundant wilderness, springs, rivers and seashores nearby, and it is little wonder that top-caliber faculty and students find our College and University to be the perfect balance of premier academics and a fulfilling lifestyle.

Expected Salary:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate in Education (with an early childhood focus) or closely related field

Record of excellence in teaching early childhood courses

At least 5 years of experience teaching early childhood courses in a higher education setting

Evidence of collaboration with faculty, students, and other stakeholders

Experience designing high-quality online courses

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commitment to working in an interdisciplinary teaching and learning environment
• Commitment to active engagement with and/or leadership in education professional organizations
• Experience supervising adjunct instructors and teaching assistants
• Evidence of publications and presentations at education conferences (commensurate with experience)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application Procedures: Applicant should upload all materials to the University of Florida's employment website https://jobs.ufl.edu. If technical assistance is needed, please contact Human resources at (352) 392-2477. Complete applications include: (1) a letter of application addressing required and desired qualifications, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) contact information for three references, who after further review will be asked to send a letter of recommendation through the online application system.

Applicants should reference 537831, position number 00042773. Inquiries about the position can be addressed to Dr. Dwight Irvin, Search Committee Chair (dwirvin@coe.ufl.edu). Review of candidates will begin on December 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be submitted by November 30, 2025. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and hiring authority.

The selection process will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida's “Government in the Sunshine” and Public Records laws. Search Committee meetings and interviews are open to the public and all applications, resumes, and other documents related to the search will be available for public inspection. Final candidates will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credentialing Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org.

Health Assessment Required:
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Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.









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