Early Childhood Education Adjunct

Olympic College; Bremerton (WA); Presencial; USD 1 377 600; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan

TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness center

Reduced rate for on-site childcare

Resumo da oferta

A community college in Washington seeks a part-time Adjunct Faculty member for Early Childhood Education. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate courses and utilize diverse teaching methods to engage students. Responsibilities include advising on state-rated facilities and maintaining course records. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and prior college-level teaching experience. The position offers flexible teaching modalities including evening and hybrid options, along with various employee benefits.

Qualificações

• College-level teaching experience in Early Childhood is preferred.
• Effective communication skills orally and in writing.
• Experience in incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations.

Responsabilidades

• Teach Early Childhood classes, including evenings and other locations.
• Utilize various instructional methods to ensure student success.
• Collaborate successfully with colleagues and employees.

Conhecimentos

Mastery knowledge of Early Childhood course content

Teaching methods for diverse populations

Technology use in teaching

Collaboration and teamwork

Formação académica

MA in Early Childhood or related degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification: Part‑time Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

Overview

The Early Childhood Education department seeks a part‑time faculty member to teach a variety of Early Childhood 100 and 200‑level courses, including evening, distance, hybrid, or ITV options, and some courses at branch campus sites. Faculty will provide quality teaching, preparation, grading, record‑keeping, and class syllabi.

Olympic College values student‑centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice, and employing data‑informed decision‑making in instruction.

Essential Functions

• Mastery knowledge of Early Childhood course content areas
• Implement course curriculum meeting local licensing laws, state‑wide Core Competencies and nationally (NAEYC) normed standards as well as program needs across the college
• Understand and advise students on state‑rated child care facilities through the Early Achievers program standards
• Know common courses in the ECE Stackable Certificates
• Use a variety of teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet needs of diverse student populations
• Accommodate accessibility and other special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed
• Collaborate with peers and work as part of an educational team
• Incorporate technology (Learning Management Systems) to support instruction (web‑enhanced, hybrid, and/or online)
• Maintain discipline, course and student records in a professional and timely manner

Minimum Qualifications

• MA in Early Childhood or related degree in Early Childhood Education
• College‑level teaching experience in Early Childhood (preferred)

Successful Applicants will

• Teach Early Childhood classes as needed, including evenings, other campus and off‑site locations
• Impart excitement and enthusiasm toward course content and the educational experience
• Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success
• Work successfully with individuals and groups representing diverse cultural, socio‑economic, racial, and other backgrounds as well as military veterans
• Incorporate accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, staff, and colleagues
• Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team
• Incorporate technology in delivery of course content and services, including use of learning management systems (ability to teach online, ITV, and/or hybrid desired)

Benefits

• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan
• Sick leave
• Aflac
• Space‑available tuition waiver
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center
• Reduced rate and priority consideration for on‑site childcare (space‑available)

Conditions of Employment

Prior to hiring, a background check and Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form will be required. The employee must reside in Washington State and within reasonable distance of campus.

EEO Statement

Olympic College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College values equity and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.