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Associate Faculty, Infant and Early Childhood Development (IECD)

Associate Faculty, Infant and Early Childhood Development (IECD)

locationUnited States
PublishedPublished: 8/9/2024
Part Time

Associate Faculty, Infant and Early Childhood Development (IECD) with an Emphasis in Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Ph.D. program

Location: Remote

Reports to: IECD Program Director

Position: Part-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: State Mandated Annually

Application deadline is September 30, 2024.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of scholarship and teachingApplications will not be considered complete unless all three documents are uploaded.

Do not use Easy Apply. To apply for this position

Online Application Link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment…

SUMMARY

Fielding Graduate University delivers a personalized graduate education that fosters individual development, community collaboration, and societal engagement. Our vision is for our graduates to excel in scholarship and practice that create a more humane, just, and sustainable world.

The Ph.D. in Infant and Early Childhood Development (IECD) is an interprofessional, multidisciplinary degree with an emphasis in infant mental health (IMH), and a developmental, individual differences, and relationship-based (DIR®) approach to assessment and intervention. The program was founded in 2009 by Stanley Greenspan, MD and Serena Weider, PhD, to promote research in relationship-based practices for working with infants, children, and their families. The Fielding IECD program, in partnership with other key organizations and stakeholders, offers world-class leadership in the field and courses that support infant-child mental health and developmental competencies. Through Fielding’s unique and progressive doctoral program, professionals from the fields of mental health, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language, nursing, social work, special education, and other disciplines broaden their knowledge, deepen their holistic interprofessional views of children and families, and develop strong doctoral level research competencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are seeking a few adjunct faculty to teach practice-based content courses and serve on student dissertations as either Faculty Reader or Methodologist. Preference will be given to scholar-practitioners who have taught at the doctoral level and/or have a record of supervising doctoral research and scholarship, and who can teach courses in infant mental health, reflective practice/supervision, social-emotional development, cross-cultural understanding, and DIR® based courses such as, social-emotional development, individual differences and developmental psychopathology, developmental disabilities, and language development.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or other terminal degree related to infant and early childhood development (e.g., Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Social Work, Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology, etc.) or strong research background. Successful applicants will have a record of scholarly work in their field and a rich understanding of the philosophy of Fielding’s unique IECD program. Applicants who can contribute to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and mentorship are strongly encouraged to apply.

We seek scholar-practitioners who are required to have:

  • A PhD in a related field.
  • Background in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech language pathology, psychology, healthcare, social work

Preferred qualifications:

  • A record of research/scholarly publications and/or practitioner experience in Infant Mental Health (IMH), and Development, Individual Differences, and Relationships (DIR®)
  • Experience teaching online at the graduate level
  • Experience with graduate research supervision

Courses are 15 weeks in length. Faculty provide 2 hours of live lecture (via video conference) per week although there is flexibility on day(s) and specific time. Fielding operates on a three-term year (January, May, September). Associate faculty would teach 1-3 classes per year total.

Positions will start to be filled for the Fall term.

FIELDING’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Thank you for considering employment with Fielding Graduate University. We are committed to inclusive excellence and encourage diversity and inclusivity in all our enterprises. As an equal opportunity employer committed to social justice, we value and welcome individuals of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, genders, gender identities, gender expressions, marital status, national origins, race and ethnicities, religious affiliations, sexual orientations, veteran status – and other visible and nonvisible differences. We seek employees who are committed to creating a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all community members. 

As a globally distributed institution of higher education, Fielding Graduate University welcomes, and holds dear, the rich diversity of our global community. As a graduate university rooted in the values of social and ecological justice, we are committed to promoting collaborative learning and change by honoring and embracing the rich diversity of perspectives, lives, and global experiences that align with our Fielding Graduate University values. 

Fielding employees are among our most valued resources, and we are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce comprised of talented, qualified, and hardworking individuals. We strive to take good care of our employees and their families with excellent benefits, and to provide a stimulating and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement. 

We challenge our community to think boldly and take specific actions that are realistic and measurable. By working here, you join a diverse and vibrant community that advances Fielding’s world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. Fielding is committed to social justice and diversity, and strongly encourages individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply. 

Application Instructions

Fielding Graduate University utilizes ADP Workforce Now for online applications. You will be prompted to create a username and password to initiate the application process. Applications will not be considered complete unless both a CV and cover letter are uploaded. Do not use Easy Apply. Applicants are encouraged to have their employment history, educational information, and professional references on hand while completing the application. The online application process takes approximately 30-60 minutes. Upon completion, applicants will receive a confirmation of receipt via email.

Fielding Graduate University is committed to inclusive excellence and encourages diversity and inclusivity in all its enterprises. As an equal opportunity employer committed to social justice, we value and welcome individuals of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, genders, gender identities, gender expressions, marital status, national origins, race and ethnicities, religious affiliations, sexual orientations, veteran status – and other visible and nonvisible differences. We seek employees who are committed to creating a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all community members.

Online Application Link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment…