Lecturer (Early Childhood Education), Fall 2025

University of Hawaii System; Kapolei (HI); Remote; USD 1,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Education lecturer to join their innovative online program. This role involves teaching courses, preparing syllabi, and ensuring effective communication with students through various online platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education and have a solid background in child development practices. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of future educators while working in a flexible online environment. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• 1-3 years of ECE experience and teaching effectiveness needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach Early Childhood Education courses online and maintain office hours.
• Prepare course materials and work with faculty for instructional continuity.

Skills

Teaching Effectiveness

Child Development Knowledge

Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

Online Teaching Competency

Education

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education

Ph.D in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Laulima

Online Technologies

Job description

Description

Salary Information: Minimum for Academic Year 2025-2026, $1,911 per credit hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Other Conditions:

• For lecturer applicant pool, part-time, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements.
• The UHWO ECE program is taught entirely online through Laulima. Must be available for in-person meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in Early Childhood Education online.
• Maintain "office hours" availability by phone conferences or "chat rooms" on a regular basis, and by student request.
• Prepare course syllabi and course resources related to teaching and student progress.
• Work under the supervision of UHWO ECE faculty to maintain continuity of instruction and expectations across ECE courses.
• As needed, work with UHWO distance education to facilitate instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education.
• One to three years of experience as a practitioner in ECE (childcare, preschool, ECE policy, advocacy or curriculum development).
• Solid knowledge base in child development and DAP (developmentally appropriate practice).
• Familiarity with Laulima and other online technologies.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness with adult learners.
• Basic knowledge of research in ECE.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ph.D in Early Childhood Education.
• Five years or more of experience as a practitioner in ECE (childcare, preschool, ECE policy, advocacy or curriculum development).
• Knowledge of child development, DAP, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, emergent curriculum, project approach and other ECE programs/curriculums.
• Teaching experience at the college level.
• Competency using Laulima and other online technologies.
• Knowledge of and interest in conducting research in ECE.

To Apply:

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