Adjunct Teaching - Teacher Education - ECE 446

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, seeks a qualified Adjunct to teach ECE 446: Teaching Science in Early Childhood Classrooms (Pre K-3). The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in elementary/early childhood education or science education and have 2+ years of licensed K-12 teaching experience.

Teaching duties run on-campus 8am–4pm. Relocation/residence in Utah is required for the duration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred; degree must be completed by the start date.
• Expertise in science education at elementary and/or early childhood education levels.
• Experience as a licensed K-12 classroom teacher with a minimum of 2 years.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Candidate MUST be available to teach on-campus daytime classes (8am-4pm).

Responsibilities

• Primary instructor for Teaching Science Pre-K-3 course for early childhood education program (ECE 446).

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in elementary/early childhood education or science education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Teacher Education - ECE 446: Teaching Science in Early Childhood Classrooms (Pre K-3)Posting End Date: October 16, 2026*NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)Position Start Date: January 4, 2027Required Degree:Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Degree must be in elementary education or early childhood education, science education, or a related field.The required degree must be completed by the start date.Experience:Expertise in science education at elementary and/or early childhood education levels.Successful experience as a licensed K-12 public school classroom teacher, with a minimum of 2 years of experience.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Duties/Expectations:Primary instructor for Teaching Science Pre-K-3 course for early childhood education program (ECE 446).Candidate MUST be available to teach on-campus daytime classes (8am-4pm).Meet appropriate dress and conduct standards as required by the university.Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application. Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONSIf you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSAll new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.EQUAL OPPORTUNITYBrigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.