Adjunct Faculty - Education/Early Childhood Education

Monash University; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate adjunct faculty to join their team in Harrisburg. This part-time role involves teaching courses in Early Childhood Education, requiring a master's degree and relevant teaching experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of early childhood education principles and a commitment to fostering student success. Join a collaborative environment that values creativity, innovation, and ethical standards, where your contributions will shape the future of education for young learners. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education or Early Childhood Education required.
• 3-5 years teaching experience with children 5 and under is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Early Care and Education Program and Pre K - 4th grade Transfer Program.
• Ensure compliance with PA Act 15 and present clearances at hire.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Understanding of Early Childhood Education Principles

Program Development

Licensing Regulations Knowledge

Online Learning Training

Education

Master’s Degree in Education

PA Teacher Certification

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Education/Early Childhood Education

Title: Adjunct Faculty - Education/Early Childhood Education
Job no: 493985
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Categories: Faculty
Hiring Range: $1,207 - $1,295 per credit hour

Job Summary: Adjunct faculty are part-time (classroom or online) faculty hired to teach on a semester basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Education or Early Childhood Education.
2. To teach courses in the Early Care and Education Program - 3 to 5 years direct teaching experience with children 5 and under is required.
3. To teach courses in the Pre K - 4th grade Transfer Program - 3 to 5 years direct teaching experience in public schools grades Pre K - 4, PA teacher certification (can be lapsed) is required.
4. Strong understanding of early childhood education principles, program development, and licensing regulations.
5. Preferred: Previous experience as a director or administrator in an early childhood setting. Willingness to be trained in online learning at HACC and teach online courses.
6. Prior teaching experience at the college level is a plus.

Licensing Requirements:

Valid Driver's License. To teach courses in the Pre K – 4th grade Transfer Program – PA teacher certification (can be lapsed) is required. Please note that all teaching faculty are required to comply with PA Act 15. You will need to present completed clearances and training certificates at the time of hire. Please visit HACC New Hire Clearances for more information.

Job Type: Part-Time Credit Hour (Adjunct)

Our Purpose: Learning for all; learning for life.

Our Core Values: A Circle of Caring

Caring by Creating Our Future Together

• We work together to shape and build our preferred future.
• We encourage and celebrate creativity and innovation.
• We set high goals and strive to achieve them.
• We strive to provide exceptional service to all who help shape our future.

Caring for Each Other

• We are gateways to student success and opportunity.
• We promote respect, collegiality, and equity-mindedness in all we say and do.
• We nurture awareness and cultural sensitivity to create a climate of trust.
• We are growth-minded, believing that each of us is capable of learning, developing and growing to support our mission.

Caring by Doing What is Right

• We are honest and hold each other and ourselves to the highest ethical standards.
• We provide the most accurate information available in all communications.
• We are transparent about our decisions as individuals and teams.
• We embrace broad engagement in the shared governance process.

Advertised: Apr 03, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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