Faculty, Early Childhood Education

Clay Today; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester, MA, seeks a tenured track faculty member in the Early Childhood Education department to instruct courses and support student success in a variety of delivery modes, including day, evening, and online formats.

The ideal candidate will combine a strong commitment to student success with an academic background in early childhood education and teaching experience, contributing to curriculum development and accreditation efforts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in early childhood education

Responsibilities

• Instruct a broad range of Early Childhood Education course(s).
• Provide classroom instruction and facilitate individualized, non-traditional and online approaches to learning as appropriate.
• Develop and/or revise instructional materials with other faculty members.
• Develop and apply instructional methods that engage students of varying backgrounds and abilities
• Develop and apply assessment strategies that maximize the learning process and measure student learning outcomes.
• Actively participate in ongoing curriculum, program reviews and NAEYC accreditation.
• Conduct academic advising.
• Participate in college service activities in concert with the provisions of the MCCC Agreement.
• Actively supports the teaching and learning process; practicing honesty and integrity in and out of the classroom; striving to create and support a student-centered environment while fostering academic innovation and excellence.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with internal and external colleagues as needed to recruit and retain students.
• Provides flexible, responsive and high quality service to all, be they students, community, or staff, and continuously assessing processes and procedures and revising accordingly.

Education

Master's degree in early childhood education

Experience teaching courses at a high school or a college

Job description

Faculty, Early Childhood Education

Category: Faculty

Department: School for Business, Education, Public Sciences, and Social Sciences

Locations: Worcester, MA

Closes: 11/01/2026

Position ID: 205349

General Statement

For over 60 years, Quinsigamond Community College has provided opportunities for a first-rate education and personal growth to thousands of area men and women. Some students choose to prepare for immediate entry into a career field. Some choose to transfer to bachelor's level programs at four-year college and universities, and some choose opportunities for personal growth and cultural enrichment. Quinsigamond Community College is seeking student-centered faculty and staff who are committed to the community college mission and actively engaged in promoting diversity.

Quinsigamond Community College is seeking a tenured track position in the early childhood education department. This position facilitates learning for students enrolled in Early Childhood Education courses. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of strong commitment to student success, academic background in early childhood education and teaching experience.

The full-time workload for this position may take place in day, evening or online.

Supervision Received:

The full-time faculty member reports directly to the Dean Business, Education, Public Service and Social Sciences

Supervision Exercised:

The full-time faculty member exercises supervision over any personnel assigned to him/her.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruct a broad range of Early Childhood Education course(s).Provide classroom instruction and facilitate individualized, non-traditional and online approaches to learning as appropriate.Develop and/or revise instructional materials with other faculty members.Develop and apply instructional methods that engage students of varying backgrounds and abilitiesDevelop and apply assessment strategies that maximize the learning process and measure student learning outcomes.Actively participate in ongoing curriculum, program reviews and NAEYC accreditation.Conduct academic advising.. Participate in college service activities in concert with the provisions of the MCCC Agreement.Actively supports the teaching and learning process; practicing honesty and integrity in and out of the classroom; striving to create and support a student-centered environment while fostering academic innovation and excellence.Work collaboratively and effectively with internal and external colleagues as needed to recruit and retain students.Provides flexible, responsive and high quality service to all, be they students, community, or staff, and continuously assessing processes and procedures and revising accordingly. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in early childhood educationExperience teaching courses at a high school or a collegeExperience working collaboratively and collegially with colleagues to achieve academic and institutional goals

Preferred Qualifications

Community or technical college teaching experience.Documented examples of curriculum / course development and assessment.Demonstrated track record in innovative, non-traditional modes of instruction and instructional deliveryWell-articulated understanding of the role of community colleges, their students and philosophy.Experience working in an early childhood classroomAdministration experienceFamiliarity and/or experience with apprenticeshipEvidence of, understanding of and appreciation for diversity and multiculturalism.Experience designing, conducting, and analyzing results from psychological research.Predisposition to working in a dynamic environment requiring flexibility, adaptability, and teamwork.Strong evidence of passionate commitment to striving for excellence in working with students, faculty, and staff and in responding to opportunities that extend the Mission of the College.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Quinsigamond Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affinity and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Quinsigamond Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core values at Quinsigamond Community College. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment for all students, staff, and faculty. Every member on our college campus enriches our diversity. We support inclusion and are dedicated to ensuring equity in access to opportunities.

Quinsigamond Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.