Department of Child and Family Development

The Department of Child and Family Development is accepting applications for its pool of part-time temporary lecturers. Part-time faculty positions arise as a result of sabbatical or educational leaves, and retirements of the full-time faculty. Positions may also arise as a result of over enrollment in particular courses. The temporary appointment is generally for one course, one semester only. Minimum qualifications include: Doctorate desired, Masters degree in Child Development will be considered. Some experience teaching at the University level preferred or extensive professional experience in the field or area of specialization.

Courses in Child and Family Development in which positions may arise:

CFD 135-Principles of Family Development
CFD 270-Principles of Child Development
CFD 271-Human Development: Early Childhood
CFD 275-Developmentally Appropriate Practices
CFD 335-luteraction in Families
CFD 370-Research, Assessment, and Evaluation of Children and Families
CFD 371-Human Development: Middle Childhood and Adolescence
CFD 375-Child Development Programs
CFD 381-Human Development: Adult Development and Aging
CFD 436-The Individual, Family, and Society
CFD 437-Violence in Families
CFD 476-Development of Creative Behavior in Young Children
CFD 477-Administration of Child Development Programs
CFD 478-Working with Parents
CFD 536-Family Study
CFD 537-Child Abuse
CFD 570-lnfant/Toddler Development
CFD 577-Advanced Administration of Child Development Programs
CFD 578-Parent-Child Relationships Across the Life Span
CFD 590-Developmental Dysfunctions

To apply: Send cover letter indicating which courses you feel qualified to teach, a current resume and three letters of recommendation to: Department Chair, Child and Family Development Department, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-4502. Following receipt and review of these materials, an interview will be scheduled. For additional information, call 594-5380.

SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability or veteran status, including veterans of the Vietnam era.


 

Tenure track position in Early Childhood Education
Open Rank

VPAA #2008/2009-27

Early Childhood Education:  Professor of Early Childhood Education, full-time track position (open rank).  Successful candidate will be expected to:  1) teach courses in the Early Childhood Education area; 2) coordinate Department efforts to develop a teacher credentialing track in Early Childhood Education; 3) chair master’s thesis; 4) conduct research; 5) serve on Department, COE and University committees.

Required Attributes:  Doctorate in Early Childhood Education or related field; evidence of a commitment to research and publication; extensive background in Early Childhood Education Curriculum; interest in and ability to work in culturally diverse setting; demonstrate excellence in teaching Early Childhood Education courses.

Preferred Attributes:  Extensive experience in Early Childhood Education settings; experience in program management of Early Childhood Education programs; shared decision-making style; experience in a graduate program.

Review of Application: will begin on November 15, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicant should submit: 1) a letter of application describing how he/she meets the required and preferred attributes of the position; 2) a statement expressing the applicant’s vision for an Early Childhood Credentialing Program; 3) a curriculum vita; 4) a statement of personal tenets of teaching in Early Childhood Education; 5) evidence of teaching effectiveness; and 6) three letters of recommendation to:

Chair Search Committee
Department of Child and Family Development
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4502
619-594-5380
sgutierr@mail.sdsu.edu                                          

SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability or veteran status, including veterans of the Vietnam era.