Early Childhood Education Adjunct Instructor

West Georgia Technical College; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia State Government seeks an Early Childhood Education Adjunct Instructor to deliver courses on campus, aligning with state standards and industry practices. Responsibilities include syllabus preparation, classroom delivery, and evaluating student outcomes.

The role requires a master’s degree in ECE or related field, with a preference for postsecondary teaching experience and awareness of current trends in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education with 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline.
• Doctoral degree in ECE preferred for some assignments.
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in theory and practical applications per state standards.
• Instruct courses in classroom/lab/field environments simulating industry.
• Prepare syllabi and evaluate student progress in a timely manner.
• Maintain documentation and report on instructional activities.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Curriculum alignment

Student assessment

Technology in classroom

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education

PhD in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Early Childhood Education Adjunct Instructor

Job Requisition ID

JR0000001378

Number of Openings

1

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$1650.00 PER 3 CREDIT HOUR COURSE

Job Summary

An instructor is responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for the specific discipline.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Instruction

• Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications of the discipline in accordance with academic state standards
• Instructs courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry
• Prepares course syllabi using provided template
• Utilizes current technology in the classroom/lab
• Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives
• Grades all coursework in a timely manner
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area
• Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the discipline

Curriculum/Student Learning Outcomes/Accreditation (when applicable)

• Works collaboratively with faculty within discipline to establish, measure, and evaluate student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success and submits to appropriate program chair/director

Supports Program Chair/Program Director/Division Dean

• Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment

Other Activities and Duties as Assigned

Competencies

• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary technical education
• Knowledge of academic course standards
• Knowledge of the College’s academic programs
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom/lab content
• Skill to make timely decisions
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
• Ability to break larger tasks into manageable smaller tasks
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Skill in accurate grade keeping
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Oral and written communication skills

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional classroom/lab environment. This role routinely uses standard office/classroom/lab equipment and technologies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is face-to-face, on-campus instructor position. Faculty must respond to all emails and requests within 24 hours Monday-Thursday and within 48 hours on weekends (Friday – Sunday).

Travel

Travel to other campuses may be required to attend meetings, trainings, and professional development.

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education or Master’s degree in a related discipline (ex: Education, Special Education, Elementary Education) with a concentration or specialization in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development and Family Relations (CDFR), Early Childhood Education (ECED), Career Technology for Early Childhood Education (CTEC), or Special Education (SPED) with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Education and Experience

• PhD in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
• Certifications
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level
• Experience and/or coursework in birth to five
• Directly related field experience
• Online teaching experience

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.