Early Childhood Education/Teacher Education Shared Instructor

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). Position Information Position Title Early Childhood Education/Teacher Education Shared Instructor Requisition Number F00541P Job Description The Department of Child and Family Studies and the Department of Teacher Education at Weber State University invites applications for a full-time instructor with a teaching license. This position will be a shared position in the NAEYC and AAQEP- accredited Early Childhood Education program and the Teacher Education program at the associate, bachelor, and graduate levels. Successful candidates will have experience in practice and teaching with children from birth through grade 6, as well as in adult learning. Job Duties The instructor will teach 12 credit hours per semester, (6 credits ECED/ 6 Credits TED). TED teaching credits will include student-teaching field placements, oversight, and observations. ECE credits teaching practicum, family engagement, and/or integrated curriculum. Required Required Qualifications MS, M.Ed. Early childhood education, Special Education, or a closely related degreeTeaching LicenseThree years of pre-K-3rd grade general education and/or special education experience Preferred Qualifications Preferred Ph.D. in education, early childhood education, special education, or a closely related fieldAt least 12 credit hours of coursework in child developmentGraduate-level early childhood education or special education courseworkProfessional experience with children (birth -12 years) and their familiesExpertise in academic disciplines of literacy and/or STEM in an early childhood education curriculumExpertise with play-based emergent curriculum approachesExpertise with trauma-informed, early childhood mental health or disabilities studies approachesExperience in university teachingExperience mentoring, coaching, and/or supervising and teaching adultsDemonstrated commitment to advocating for young childrenExperience with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) standards for professional preparation and accreditation systems A successful candidate will be willing to Background Check? Yes Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays. Full/Part Time Full Time Posting Detail Information Open Date 08/27/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package. To apply, please complete the online application the following documents: Cover letter addressing ability to meet or exceed the minimum and preferred qualificationsCurrent curriculum vitaeThe names and contact information for three professional referencesPhilosophy for Teaching Children (other document 1)Philosophy for Adult Learning (other document 2) Screening of applications will begin October 5, 2026. Position will remain open until filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.