Early Childhood Education Saturday Adjunct Instructor-Early Intervention Certificate Courses

Ivy Tech Community College • Anderson, IN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech Community College’s Muncie Campus Early Childhood Education Department is hiring an on-campus adjunct instructor to teach Saturday Early Intervention Certificate courses. The instructor will teach in-person classes and labs, as well as virtual or simulated field experiences, and will 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. Classes follow the college academic calendar and are scheduled Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. The instructor is expected to teach two courses each eight-week term: one from 8:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. and another from 12:00 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

The role also includes developing course materials, maintaining student and classroom records and resources, supporting program accreditation, participating in professional development and college community service, and advising students in the instructor’s courses. Duties are subject to FERPA guidelines, and other logically associated duties may be assigned.

The position is scheduled to begin in January. Pay is $2,208 per three-credit-hour course. 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.

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 or specialty taught.
• Professional certification in the field or two years of directly related work experience in early childhood, birth through age 8.
• Availability to teach on campus on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:50 p.m., following the college academic calendar.
• Carry out duties under FERPA guidelines.

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 or other activities to advance instructional and technical skills and knowledge in the field.
• Participate in college community service activities to advance the college’s relationships within its service area, as appropriate.
• Assist with advising and registration for students in the instructor’s courses.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Department Chair on curriculum development for courses taught.
• Provide occasional in-class student advising.

Benefits

• Access to a 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.
• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

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