Early Childhood Education Adjunct Full Time

Classification: Part-time Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

The Early Childhood Education is seeking a part-time faculty position, teaching a variety of Early Childhood 100 and 200-level courses. The candidate selected will be able to teach various courses from the ECED curriculum in accordance with the college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines, as well as other Early Childhood courses regularly offered. Selected candidates may be asked to teach evening, distance (online, hybrid, and/or ITV), and at branch campus courses when required. Faculty are required to provide quality teaching, including related preparation, grading, and record-keeping; class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested. Olympic College seeks applicants who are dedicated to student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity, and social justice learning opportunities, and who employ data-informed decision-making in their instruction.

• Mastery knowledge of Early Childhood course content areas;
• Ability to implement Early Childhood course curriculum meeting the standards in accordance with local licensing laws, state-wide Core Competencies and nationally (NAEYC) normed standards as well as program needs across the college;
• Knowledge of Early Achievers program standards and ability to advise students working at state rated child care facilities;
• Knowledge of common courses contained within the ECE Stackable Certificates;
• Ability to utilize a variety of teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet the educational needs of diverse student populations;
• Ability to accommodate accessibility and other special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed;
• Willingness and ability to collaborate with peers and to work as part of an educational team;
• Ability to incorporate the use of technology (i.e. Learning Management Systems) to support instruction (Web-Enhanced, hybrid, and/or online);
• Ability to maintain discipline, course and student records in a professional and timely manner;

Minimum Qualifications

• MA in Early Childhood or related degree in Early Childhood Education
• Teaching Experience in Early Childhood (college-level teaching experience preferred)

Successful Applicants will

• Teach Early Childhood classes on an as-needed basis;
• Be able to teach in the evenings and at other campus and off-site locations;
• Impart excitement, and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience;
• Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success;
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, socio-economic, racial, and other backgrounds as well as military veterans;
• Demonstrate success in incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals to maintain effective working relationships;
• Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team;
• Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services, including the use of a learning management system (ability to teach online, ITV, and/or hybrid desired);

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.

Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire. Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows.

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration for on-site childcare on a space available.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

Required

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter – in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

Olympic College

Human Resources

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