Faculty - Early Childhood Education

The School of Education at Ivy Tech Bloomington is looking for experienced, passionate and enthusiastic educator to take on the role as full time faculty, assistant department chair for Early Childhood Education. This person would be responsible for taking on dual credit responsibilities for ECED which would include bi yearly site visits as well as the responsibility of course materials review. The Assistant Department chair would also be responsible for teaching the practicum classes and CDA course which would require course preparation, delivery and observing students in the field.

Ideally the candidate for this position would have familiarity with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards for accreditation of programs and be able to assist in the accreditation responsibilities. The Department chair would also assist the Department chairs with the execution of the Eli Lilly Grant for Early Childhood Education.

Salary: This position is funded by a grant for three years 2025-2027. Ideally, the position will continue after the 3 years. It will be contingent on program growth and campus budget.

$50,000 for a 9-month contract (Aug - May academic contract)

Summer contracts are optional based on department demands. Summer contracts can be 25%-100% and those are in addition to the academic year contract. If a faculty member takes a 100% full summer contract it is a contract for 1/3 of their base salary for the 9months.

BENEFITS:

• No waiting period to enroll in benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with 10% College contribution for full-time staff, plus the option to make your own pre- and post-tax contributions.
• Voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, LTD, STD, Identity Guard, etc.
• Paid time off: Faculty release days (3 per academic year) and sick time.
• Free Ivy Tech tuition for employee and dependents and spouse.
• Tuition Assistance for further education when pursuing a related degree at another university.

Applicants please apply by July 6th 2025. Please include cover letter, resume, and supporting documentation of minim qualification.

POSITION RATIONALE: To appoint full-time faculty as an entry point into the profession for credentialed individuals with limited or no teaching experience. Rationale is to provide mentoring and an introduction to teaching at the college level for individuals newly entering the profession, both recent graduates and those who changed careers. Formal mentoring is expected to be provided by the hiring campus or region. Faculty Fellow positions may be funded by recurring or non-recurring sources. Positions are assigned based on academic need for up to three years.

POSITION PURPOSE: 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

INSTRUCTION

• 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.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• 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.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g., Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

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 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 07.02.00).
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

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.

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 department/division/college.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• 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.
• Participate in mentoring activities as arranged by regional administration.
• Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

• At least two years' experience instructing at a college level

• Qualified applicants should be proficient in teaching on Zoom and have experience teaching using Canvas.

• Comfortable presenting on a professional level

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.