Assistant Professor of Practice, Early Childhood Education (Career-Track) (COE)

This Assistant Professor of Practice, Early Childhood Education (Career-Track) (COE) position is with University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Teach the equivalent of four courses per semester in the Early Childhood Education undergraduate and graduate teacher preparation programs through in-person, online, and hybrid formats. Supervise and mentor teacher candidates in field experiences and student teaching placements. Conduct in person site visits and remote field experience supervision to observe, assess and support teacher candidates in field placements. Collaborate with school principals, center directors, and district partners to coordinate field placements and identify mentor teachers. Facilitate communication and coordination among teacher candidates, mentor teachers, site administrators, and program faculty. Provide course leadership, coordinate content across course sections, and lead course updates and revisions. Contribute to departmental, college, university, and professional service activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to teach, supervise, and mentor students using in-person and online technology-supported learning environments. Demonstrated ability to collaborate productively with varied communities and stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, and Early Childhood partners. Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.