Instructor, Early Childhood Education and Teaching (BAS Program)

Tarrant County College District•Madison, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor, Early Childhood Education and Teaching supports students’ learning and success by using appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. The instructor reports to the campus department instructional leader and teaches courses in the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program. Classes may be assigned across varied schedules and modalities, including online or Weekend College, and may require work at other sites, such as locations offering dual credit courses. The instructor prepares and delivers instruction using the College Master Syllabus and approved learning management system; develops course materials and assessments; maintains an active classroom environment; evaluates student learning; and provides timely feedback and grades. The role also involves regular communication with students and college officials, collaboration with colleagues, participation in institutional learning-outcome assessment, and continued professional development. The position is full-time and regular, based at the South Campus, and is not eligible for remote work. Work hours vary according to the course schedule.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Education, Early Childhood Education, Math Education, or Science Education.
At least three years of teaching experience as a Texas state-certified teacher in early childhood through elementary grades (EC-3, EC-4, EC-6, or 1-8).
Current Texas state teacher certification.
Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment with varied and unpredictable demands.
Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Knowledge of the teaching discipline and how students learn.
Ability to adapt to student learning needs and use student-centered integrative learning strategies.
Ability to promote positive expectations of students and incorporate technology and pedagogical innovation to enhance learning.
Ability to assess student learning and self-learning, and assess, evaluate, and revise curriculum.
Ability to develop relevant class content and effective classroom-management processes and strategies.
Experience mentoring students and engaging in peer collaboration and peer mentoring.
Ability to engage in service to the institution, profession, and community.
Participation in professional development to remain current in the teaching discipline and pedagogy, and continued educational attainment.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience supervising teacher candidates in clinical or field-based settings and/or managing partnerships with school districts or community-based childcare providers.
At least one year of teaching experience using active learning techniques, service learning, and innovative technology.
At least one year of teaching experience in Dual Credit and Early College High School programs.
Current Texas Educator Certification (EC-6 or EC-12), with Special Education and/or English as a Second Language Supplemental endorsements.

Responsibilities

Accept and teach classes on schedules and in modalities assigned by the designated supervisor, potentially including online or Weekend College.
Accommodate student needs and external stakeholders’ expectations of the College.
Assist with curriculum development, including individual course syllabi as assigned.
Prepare and deliver instruction using the College Master Syllabus and approved learning management system.
Collaborate with colleagues on textbook selections and follow departmental textbook decisions.
Communicate regularly with students and college officials, including responding to emails, calls, and meeting requests.
Pursue activities to enhance subject matter expertise, instructional skills, and knowledge of learning.
Prepare assignments and assessments that support achievement of learning outcomes.
Design and maintain an active classroom environment conducive to learning and student success.
Maintain weekly student attendance records and certify enrollments by the established deadline.
Evaluate student performance and learning according to discipline and department standards.
Provide regular, timely evaluation feedback; post grades in the learning management system weekly; and submit final grades by the established deadline.
Assign grades consistent with course requirements.
Support assessment of student and program learning outcomes and institutional performance measures.
Accept assignments at other sites as needed, including for dual credit courses.
Support the College’s mission, values, goals, and principles.
Complete required TCC training and professional development.
Attend work regularly and follow a work schedule that meets worksite demands.
Follow College policies, procedures, and applicable safety procedures.
Perform other related tasks as required.