Early Childhood Education Saturday Adjunct Instructor-Early Intervention Certificate Courses

Ivy Tech Community College • Anderson, IN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech Community College’s Muncie Campus Early Childhood Education Department is seeking an on-campus Saturday instructor for Early Intervention Certificate courses. The instructor will teach in-person classes and labs, as well as virtual or simulated field experiences, and collaborate with the Assistant Department Chair on curriculum development. The role may also include occasional in-class student advising. This is not a remote position.

The instructor must be available on Saturdays during the college’s academic calendar. The position is expected to begin in January, with the instructor teaching two courses during each eight-week term: one from 8:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. and another from noon to 2:50 p.m. Courses listed for 2027 include ECED 104: Supportive Interactions and Behavior Guidance; ECED 110: Infant Toddler Growth and Development; ECED 111: Infant Toddler Environments; ECED 202: Home Based Instruction for the Early Years; and ECED 231: Infant Toddler Early Intervention Strategies. Pay is $2,208 per three-credit-hour course.

The position’s duties are performed under FERPA guidelines. Ivy Tech offers part-time employees access to vision care, an Employee Assistance Program, payroll-deduction retirement savings, and fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents. Ivy Tech is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Requirements

• Earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in early childhood education or child development; or 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 taught.
• Professional certification in the field, or two years of directly related work experience in early childhood, birth through age 8.
• Availability on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. on the Ivy Tech Muncie campus during the College’s academic calendar.

Nice To Haves

• Strong working knowledge of current licensing regulations, trends, research, and best practices in early childhood education.
• Strong working knowledge of Indiana Early Intervention procedures, including collaboration with First Steps, Special Education, and Home Visiting Programs.
• Strong knowledge and experience working with infants, toddlers, and families.
• Knowledge of NAEYC higher education accreditation.
• Experience working with a diverse population of adult learners.

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 other required documentation.
• Maintain a safe, quality classroom and lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory, and maintenance.
• Assist with program accreditation efforts.
• Participate in professional development and other activities to advance instructional and technical skills and knowledge in the field.
• Participate in appropriate community service activities on behalf of the College.
• Provide student advising support, including assistance with advising and registration for students in the instructor’s courses.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Department Chair on curriculum development for courses taught.
• Provide instruction for Saturday classes, labs, and virtual or simulated field experiences.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• Payroll-deduction retirement savings contributions using pre-tax or post-tax dollars.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level