Early Childhood Education Saturday Adjunct Instructor-Early Intervention Certificate Courses
Ivy Tech Community College · Anderson · $2,208/month (stated in the posting)
The Ivy Tech Muncie Campus Early Childhood Education Department is searching for the ideal candidate to fill a Saturday Early Intervention Certificate On-Campus Instructor position. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education, community engagement and partnerships with infant/toddler serving early learning programs, and working with our students to achieve their successes. The person in this position will provide instruction for Saturday classes (in person/on campus classes, labs, and virtual/simulated field experience) within early childhood education; collaborate with the Assistant Department Chair with curriculum development for the courses taught, and occasional in-class student advising.This is NOT a remote/virtual position. Instructor must be available on Saturdays following the college’s academic calendar from 8:30 am- 2:50 pm on the Ivy Tech Muncie campus.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives.
- Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.
- Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and/or other documentation as required.
- Maintain a safe, quality classroom/lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.
- Assist with program accreditation efforts.
Professional Development
- Participate in professional development or other activities that may include in-services, courses, or seminars to advance instructional and technical skills as well as knowledge within the field of study.
Community Service
- Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school.
Advising
- Provide student advising support to the department by assisting with advising and registration for students in your courses.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. All duties are to be carried out under the guidelines of FERPA.
Minimum Qualifications:Early Childhood Education Program Standard: A qualified adjunct faculty member in early childhood education meets the program standard through:
1. Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in early childhood education, child development;
or
2. 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
3. Possesses one of the following: a) Professional certification in the field; or b) Two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood - birth through age 8.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong working knowledge of current licensing regulations, trends, research, and best practices in early childhood education.
- Strong working knowledge of Indiana’s Early Intervention procedures including collaborations with First Steps, Special Education, and Home Visiting Programs.
- Strong knowledge and experience working with infants and toddlers and families.
- Knowledge of NAEYC higher education accreditation.
- Experience working with a diverse population of adult learners.
Other:
Applicant review begins in early November. The position will begin in January. Adjunct Instructor will be asked to teach two courses each 8 week term on Saturdays following the college academic calendar. Course one will run 8:30 am-11:20 am and course two will run 12:00 pm- 2:50 pm.
Pay is at the adjunct instructor rate of $2,208 per 3 credit hour course.
Courses to be taught for 2027: ECED 104: Supportive Interactions and Behavior GuidanceECED 110: Infant Toddler Growth and Development ECED 111: Infant Toddler Environments ECED 202: Home Based Instruction for the Early Years ECED 231: Infant Toddler Early Intervention Strategies
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Financial & Retirement Benefits
All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
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.
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