Early Childhood Education Faculty

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

This position is fully funded by the Lilly Endowment Early Childhood Education Grant and is a full-time faculty position for up to three years. Grant funding of $50,000 for a 9-month contract (Aug-May). Summer contracts are optional based on department need; summer contracts can be 25%-100% course load.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

I. INSTRUCTION

1. Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.

2. Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

3. Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.

4. Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.

5. Use Learning Management System (e.g. Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.

II. RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff. Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including the use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources. Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with regional expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2). Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study. Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure. Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for the department/division/college. Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within the service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

1. Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.

2. Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).

3. Attend commencement and participate as assigned by the regional administration.

4. Participate in college/regional/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.

5. Participate in career services and alumni activities.

6. Support program/department chair in program management activities.

7. Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, and faculty credentials as outlined in ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.

A qualified faculty member in early childhood education meets the program standard through:

Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in early childhood education, child development; or Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in courses closely related to early childhood education and development, with academic preparation appropriate to the course and /or specialty being taught; and Possesses one of the following:

Professional certification in the field; or

Two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood - birth through age 8.

ECED 105 Course Standard

A qualified faculty member teaching ECED 105 meets the Early Childhood Education (ECED) program standard and holds a CDA Professional Development Specialist credential

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.