Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education

Come join us! We are looking for enthusiastic faculty who set equitably high expectations and are eager to help students meet those expectations.

Through flexible course delivery methods, the Early Childhood and Family Studies Bachelor of Arts program provides preparation for early childhood professionals with the goal to advance their knowledge and career opportunities. You will meet students who live in both rural and urban areas of Alaska and beyond as you support their knowledge growth around developmentally appropriate practice that embraces both family and community.

Applicants with advanced knowledge and proficiency in early childhood education, curriculum design and assessment, strong communication skills and the capacity to mentor and guide future early childhood professionals are key to the role.

Minimum Qualifications:

Early childhood educator in a birth-five setting such as preschool or Headstart and/or P-3 grade public school setting.

Post-secondary full- or part-time instructor.

Graduate degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Graduate degree in related field, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field accepted.

ABD considered completion by the time of appointment.

At least three (3) years of successful experience in an early childhood environment.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. Must be based in a non-geographical location. This is a 9-month (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.

Salary is based on education and experience.

Application review will begin on June 1, 2026. To ensure consideration, please submit your application by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on May 31, 2026.

The following documents are required as part of a complete application for this position:

* A fully completed University of Alaska employment application (applications will only be accepted online through the University of Alaska Job Site).

* A current CV.

* A cover letter outlining your qualifications.

* A legible and updated set of unofficial transcripts.

* Three professional references, including previous supervisors.

* Adult teaching philosophy

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bryan Hoppough, CIS HR Coordinator, at behoppough or .

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* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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