Assistant Professor of Education

Kodiak College, a community campus of the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education. Persons who have not completed the doctorate may be considered if they can provide evidence for a plan to complete their doctorate within three years of the hire date. This position plays a key role in supporting UAA’s dual-mission identity and strengthening teacher preparation pathways across Alaska;

particularly through the Teacher Apprenticeship Program and close partnerships with local school districts and statewide colleagues.

Rooted in community engagement, culturally responsive pedagogy, and high-impact practices, this program prepares early childhood educators for the state's unique and diverse communities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively across all UAA campuses to advance early childhood educator pathways, align coursework to support statewide teacher workforce needs, and actively participate in the continued development and implementation of the Registered Apprenticeship Program for Teachers.

The position carries a twofold workload, typically consisting of 80% instruction and 20% professional/service engagement. The successful candidate will teach ECED courses in multiple modalities – face‑to‑face on Kodiak Island, online synchronous/asynchronous, and will engage in relationship‑based advising, community outreach, and partnership development with the Kodiak Island Borough School District, Alutiingcut Child Care Center, USCG Base Kodiak Child Development Center, local early learning centers, and statewide Education faculty.

The ideal candidate will teach a broad range of Early Childhood Education courses; support and mentor students across certificate, AAS, and transfer pathways; and contribute to practicum supervision. This role includes active collaboration with the Teacher Apprenticeship Program, faculty across the UA system, and community and school district partners to ensure aligned curriculum, strong field placements, and workforce development. A demonstrated commitment to student success, inclusive and culturally responsive teaching, and collaboration in a small‑campus environment is essential.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field. (Persons who have not completed the doctorate may be considered if they can provide evidence for a plan to complete their doctorate within three years of the hire date.)

Demonstrated experience (or strong potential) working with diverse students and culturally responsive frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching ECED courses in higher education, including in‑person and online modalities.

This position is located on the Kodiak College campus on Kodiak Island. This is a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

Please ensure the following documentation is submitted with your application:

• Cover letter
• Current Vita
• Unofficial transcripts
• Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

This position is represented by United Academics‑AAUP/AFT (UNAC). (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

☎️ If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sandra Chichenoff, Kodiak College HR Coordinator, at sdchichenoff or (907) 486‑1219.

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