Early Childhood Instructor

Faculty are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with a minimum of 24 on campus hours Monday through Friday (position may

include day and/or evening work hours). In certain program areas and during certain periods, such as advising and registration, Faculty may work more than the minimum on-campus hours. Focused on student success, Faculty support the college's mission by facilitating student learning in and outside of the classroom through high-quality instruction, academic support, and informed advising.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Providing appropriate and effective instruction

Teaching classes per the College's teaching load and formula in combinations including day, evening, weekend, off-campus and       online as the College requires.

Providing relevant learning opportunities that promote student engagement and retention. ? Staying current in their field and in teaching methodology.

Creating meaningful assessments and evaluating student work according to departmental standards.

Marinating accurate student records, including course attendance to enhance retention and success.

Being available to students during office or lab hours for assistance

.Providing regular grade updates through Moodle gradebook

.Providing accurate, informed advising.

Maintaining accessible office or lab hours.

Understanding College policies and procedures, degree requirements, and transfer agreements.

Providing students with current information regarding career opportunities, as appropriate.

Being informed about College services and support for students.

Supports extracurricular activities by attendance and/or advisory role.

Manages inventory control including purchasing materials, supplies, equipment and tools.

Recruiting students, including participation in open houses, College events, and recruitment fairs.

Engaging in continuous improvement efforts.

Building positive, effective relationships with internal and external partners.

Participating in student club activities and events.

Assisting with accreditation/regulatory reports.

Assisting with live projects as relevant.

Maintains licensure/certifications and through professional development activities stays well-informed of advancements and changes within the field of Early Childhood Education.

Serve on College Committees

Performs other duties as assigned that support the College mission and initiatives

Required:

Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 18 hours of graduate level courses in Early Childhood Education

Current North Carolina driver's license

Provide instruction that fulfills the requirements of the regulatory and/or accrediting agency.

Dresses professionally and arrives on time for classes.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships within an education setting: plan, organize, and implement programs and services; and provide tracking and assessment to ensure quality, required.

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).

Demonstrated sensitivity to and appreciation of ethnic and cultural diversity and a record of building consensus and reaching out to various and diverse stakeholders

Preferred:

Post-secondary teaching experience, preferably in a community college environment.

Experience with Ellucian Colleague and advising and registering students.

Minimum of five years of experience working in an Early Care environment

Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a community college setting

Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and students

Knowledgeable in all aspects of the student experience to include coaching, mentoring, advising, student/career services, and progression, preferred

Understanding and commitment to the mission and principles of community colleges

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff and students as well as other internal and external stakeholders.

Commitment to using data to support informed decision-making processes.

Proven ability to develop successful strategies for enrollment growth, student success and student retention.

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