Early Childhood Education Instructor

Maine Community College System • Calais, ME

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Washington County Community College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Early Childhood Education Instructor. This full-time faculty position includes day and evening teaching responsibilities and instruction in both traditional classroom and distance education formats, including online, hybrid and hyflex delivery modalities. The successful candidate will provide instruction and leadership in the College's Early Childhood Education program while supporting its continued growth and development. Faculty responsibilities include, but are not limited to, curriculum development and revision, classroom and laboratory instruction, active collaboration with the Department Chair, and ensuring effective course scheduling and delivery. Additional duties include compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, as well as Maine Community College System (MCCS) and WCCC policies and procedures; student academic advising; participation in student recruitment activities; program accreditation assessment and evaluation; professional development; maintaining contact with students outside the classroom; and maintaining compliance with program standards. The successful candidate will be expected to utilize WCCC’s Brightspace Learning Management System to support and enhance student learning. The position requires a flexible schedule, including availability for both day and evening instruction. Faculty are also expected to cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with educational institutions and external stakeholders to support program growth and student success. This position begins in August 2026 and is part of the Maine Education Association Faculty bargaining unit. The academic year consists of two 16-week semesters for a total of 32 weeks, concluding in May. Faculty generally have 9 to 10 weeks off during the summer months. While the work schedule follows the academic calendar, salary and benefits are paid over a 52-week period, providing continuous compensation and benefits coverage throughout the year.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field with four (4) years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, with 6 years of experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Broad experience working with children
• Thorough knowledge of cognitive development and brain-based research
• Familiarity with state licensing requirements
• Curriculum development and assessment experience
• Demonstrated experience in developmentally appropriate practice

Responsibilities

• Curriculum development and revision
• Classroom and laboratory instruction
• Active collaboration with the Department Chair
• Ensuring effective course scheduling and delivery
• Compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, as well as Maine Community College System (MCCS) and WCCC policies and procedures
• Student academic advising
• Participation in student recruitment activities
• Program accreditation assessment and evaluation
• Professional development
• Maintaining contact with students outside the classroom
• Maintaining compliance with program standards
• Utilize WCCC’s Brightspace Learning Management System to support and enhance student learning
• Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with educational institutions and external stakeholders to support program growth and student success

Benefits

• 100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available)
• Vision insurance
• Choice between Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF
• Annually 2 personal days
• 9 sick days
• Professional development
• Free tuition within the Maine Community College System for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level