Position Function:
The School of Human Sciences at Mississippi State University is seeking an outstanding candidate for an Instructor in Early Childhood Development. This instructor role will have a primary responsibility of teaching undergraduate child development courses, with a particular focus on early childhood pedagogy. In addition to teaching and developing (as needed) innovative undergraduate courses, the successful candidate will also advise undergraduate students. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to collaboration and innovation in a cross-disciplinary environment.
Salary Grade:
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
The School of Human Sciences provides education, research, and outreach programs related to human interaction and relationships, early childhood, child life, youth, adult and family studies, and teaching education in Family and Consumer Sciences and Agricultural Education. In addition, selected School programs focus on commerce, marketing, and using technology for problem-solving and designing programs and projects.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
August 16, 2025.
Tenure Track Status:
N/A.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Teach innovative undergraduate courses in child development. The courses assigned will be based on relevant experience and prior coursework.
• Provide effective leadership and supervision of field experiences.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate students, fostering a culture of academic excellence.
• Engage in collaborative initiatives within the department, across the university, and with external partners.
• Serve on university, college, and program committees.
• Experience in an early childhood program, agency (Head Start), or public school.
• Contribute to creating a collegial and inclusive academic environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master’s degree in Human Development and Family Science, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field.
Experience: Experience teaching in-person and virtual undergraduate courses.
Rank and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
N/A.
Preferred Qualifications:
One or more of the following: CFLE; Teaching license; CCLS; Child Advocacy Studies Instructor; FORECAST Facilitator; Trust-Based Relational Intervention Practitioner
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Demonstrated expertise in current child development best practices.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work collegially with peers and external partners.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
All applicants MUST apply online at www.jobs.msstate.edu to be considered for this position.
The following documents and information are required for application:
• Cover Letter highlighting qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy (1 page limit)
• Contact information for at least three professional references
• Current unofficial transcript (with social security numbers removed prior to submission)
An official transcript will be required if selected for employment.
Open until filled with review of applicants beginning January 31, 2025
Screening Date:
January 31, 2025, until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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