Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
INSTRUCTION
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Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
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Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
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Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
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Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
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Use Learning Management System (e.g., Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS
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Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
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Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
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Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 07.02.00).
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Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
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Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
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Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH
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Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
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Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.
INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
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Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
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Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
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Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
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Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
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Participate in career service and alumni activities.
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Support program/department chair in program management activities.
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Adhere to college and regional academic policies.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.
Qualifications:
Early Childhood Education Program Standard:
A qualified faculty member in early childhood education meets the program standard through:
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Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in early childhood education, child development; or
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Possesses 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 being taught; and
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Possesses one of the following:
Professional certification in the field; or
Two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood –
birth through age 8.
ECED 105 Course Standard:
A qualified faculty member teaching ECED 105 meets the Early Childhood Education (ECED) program standard and holds a CDA Professional Development Specialist credential.
Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the
ASOM
07.01.00
as applicable to the specific area of instruction.
Primary Function:
To coordinate, budget, and manage the daily successful operation of the Early Childhood Learning Center Laboratory Preschool.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
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Aligning decisions and interactions based on child development and the laboratory preschool's mission
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Thorough understanding of licensed, high-quality (QRIS), accredited childcare center operations with strong understanding of the lab school model
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Comprehensive knowledge and proven success implementing programs for children based on developmentally appropriate practices and Constructivist theory
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Manage food program, using fresh, whole and nutritious food as part of the curriculum
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Management
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Maintain high quality early learning childcare standards based on developmentally appropriate practices and Constructivist theory. Use Indiana Early Learning Standards, NAEYC Program Accreditation Standards and approved curriculum model in planning and implementation.
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Teach, coach, manage class of practicum students each semester
Working conditions:
Mental demands/Physical demands/Environmental factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours, frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Commit to embracing a nature-based preschool environment and using the outdoor classroom every day permissible by weather.
Benefits
Full-time, benefits eligible position with no enrollment waiting period. Excellent benefit offerings, including:
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Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability.
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Retirement plan with 10% employer contributions, no match necessary and no waiting period for enrollment, with a 2-year vesting period.
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Free Ivy Tech tuition for employee, spouse and dependents up to fifteen (15) credit hours.
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For those pursuing higher degrees, Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.
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Opportunities for Professional Development.
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Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service student loan forgiveness program.
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Paid time off: faculty release days, sick, volunteer, bereavement.
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Benefits-eligible Regular Faculty receive up to three (3) faculty release days during the nine (9) month academic year
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.