Early Childhood Studies, Assistant Professor

Job Details•Pomona, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Early Childhood Studies. The university is one of three polytechnic institutions in the California State University system, known for its 'learn-by-doing' approach and Teacher Scholar Model. Cal Poly Pomona is a diverse and inclusive campus, recognized for its commitment to social mobility and serving a large population of first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. The university is located near Los Angeles and offers a vibrant academic environment. The College of Education and Integrative Studies (CEIS) focuses on meeting present and future needs of students, emphasizing diversity, ethics, social justice, and lifelong learning. The Department of Early Childhood Studies (ECS) is particularly committed to addressing systemic inequities and promoting anti-racist and decolonial pedagogy. This position is for the academic year 2026-2027 and requires expertise in STEAM Early Childhood Education, with a specialization in integrating emerging technologies like Geographic Information Systems (GIS) into PK-3 teacher preparation.

Requirements

Earned doctorate in Early Childhood Studies, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field from an accredited university by August 2026.
Evidence of at least one year of classroom teaching experience in PK-3.
Commitment to social justice, linguistically, and culturally responsive early childhood practices.
Evidence of demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.
Evidence of ongoing scholarly research in field.
Proficient knowledge of GIS technology is required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience, through teaching or research, in PK–3 teacher preparation that integrates spatial thinking, spatial reasoning, or spatial literacy in STEM or STEAM contexts.
Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration.
Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines (e.g., special education, social work, public health) to create integrated approaches to early childhood education.
Evidence of ongoing scholarship related to Early Childhood Education.
Active participation in Early Childhood/Child Development professional associations and/ or networks related to area of expertise.
Experience working with or building partnerships with local schools, families, and community organizations to enhance early childhood education outcomes and advocate for equity.
Experience with teaching credential/licensure teacher preparation coursework.
Experience teaching in higher education.