Adjunct - Early Childhood Education

Jefferson College; Missouri; On-site; USD 778,516 - 1,108,795; Part time

Job summary

A public community college located in Missouri seeks an Adjunct for Early Childhood Education. This part-time role requires a master's degree in the relevant subject area. Responsibilities include teaching up to 18 hours per semester, preparing syllabi, and maintaining accurate attendance and grades. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and a commitment to student success. The position offers competitive pay beginning at $685 per credit hour. Applications must be submitted online.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the subject matter field for assignments in transfer programs or hold a valid vocational certificate for assignments in vocational-technical programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes assigned with a load not to exceed 18 hours.
• Prepare and file course syllabi.
• Keep accurate records of class attendance and grades.
• Promote student participation in extracurricular activities.

Education

Master’s degree in early childhood education

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Offline applications will not be accepted.

Internal staff must be in an exempt position to be eligible for adjunct or other exempt temporary assignments, in accordance with FLSA guidelines.

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct -Early Childhood Education

PIN

000028

Classification Summary

Adjunct Faculty are employed for the duration of the teaching assignment as specified in the contract, and employment beyond the termination date specified in the contract is neither expressed nor implied. Adjunct teaching assignments will not exceed 18 semester hours in an academic year (August through May). The President will make exceptions as necessary.

Minimum Education and/or Training and Experience

Master’s degree in the subject matter field for assignments in transfer programs or hold a valid vocational certificate for assignments in vocational-technical programs.

Preferred Education and/or Training and Experience

Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

None

Position Duties

• be responsible to the Associate Dean or program director and the appropriate academic dean;
• carry out the policies developed by the Board of Trustees as interpreted and executed by the administration;
• teach classes assigned by the appropriate dean and Associate Dean or program director with the load not to exceed 18 hours (August through May);
• prepare and file with the Associate Dean or program director course syllabi for new and revised courses and follow, within reason, such guides for courses already established;
• prepare and file with the Associate Dean or program director a list showing the author, title, publisher, date of publication and list price, if known, of all textbooks, required readings, workbooks, or manuals which students must purchase for their courses;
• prepare and file with the dean or program director a bibliography of library books required for use in each course;
• prepare requests for instructional materials, such as books, maps, audiovisual aids, and supplies, and submit them to the Associate Dean or appropriate dean when requested for the purpose of budget planning;
• keep accurate records of class attendance and grades of students and submit them to the Registrar;
• promote student participation in extracurricular activities;
• be responsible for meeting and maintaining all teacher certification requirements as may be applicable and required by the state;
• continue professional improvement through reading and study and by participation in the activities of professional organizations;
• assist in keeping the public well informed of the progress and development of the College;
• utilize available test scores and records as needed to become familiar with the problems and capabilities of students;
• cooperate with the administration in conducting research;
• assume responsibility for enforcing College rules and regulations as related to student conduct;
• perform other duties as may be assigned by the Associate Dean or the program director and the appropriate dean.

Campus Security Authority (CSA)

Campus Security Authority (CSA) No

Multistate Employer

Employees of Jefferson College must reside in Missouri or Illinois.

Position Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge

Skills

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Software

Physical Effort

Posting Information

Division

Business, Social Science & Public Service (DIV)

Department

Academic Affairs

Reports To

Associate Dean School of Business, Social Science, and Public Service

Wage/Salary

$685 per credit hour to start

Status

Part-time

Posting Number

F00140P

Desired Start Date

08/10/2026

Special Instructions Summary

Offline applications will not be accepted.

Internal staff must be in an exempt position to be eligible for adjunct or other exempt temporary assignments, in accordance with FLSA guidelines.

It is the policy of Jefferson College that no person shall, on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status, be subject to discrimination in employment or in admission to any educational program or activity of the College. In compliance with Federal Rules and Regulations, Jefferson College has adopted a procedure for resolving complaints of discrimination. The procedure is available to any Jefferson College student, employee, or applicant who feels that he or she has been discriminated against in employment, student programs, or student activities.

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