Early Childhood Education Adjunct

Job Summary

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification:
Part‑time Adjunct Faculty

Reports to:

Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

The Early Childhood Education department seeks a part‑time faculty member to teach a variety of Early Childhood 100 and 200‑level courses, including evening, distance, hybrid, or ITV options, and some courses at branch campus sites. Faculty will provide quality teaching, preparation, grading, record‑keeping, and class syllabi.

Olympic College values student‑centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice, and employing data‑informed decision‑making in instruction.

• Mastery knowledge of Early Childhood course content areas
• Implement course curriculum meeting local licensing laws, state‑wide Core Competencies and nationally (NAEYC) normed standards as well as program needs across the college
• Understand and advise students on state‑rated child care facilities through the Early Achievers program standards
• Know common courses in the ECE Stackable Certificates
• Use a variety of teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet needs of diverse student populations
• Accommodate accessibility and other special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed
• Collaborate with peers and work as part of an educational team
• Incorporate technology (Learning Management Systems) to support instruction (web‑enhanced, hybrid, and/or online)
• Maintain discipline, course and student records in a professional and timely manner

• MA in Early Childhood or related degree in Early Childhood Education
• College‑level teaching experience in Early Childhood (preferred)

• Teach Early Childhood classes as needed, including evenings, other campus and off‑site locations
• Impart excitement and enthusiasm toward course content and the educational experience
• Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success
• Work successfully with individuals and groups representing diverse cultural, socio‑economic, racial, and other backgrounds as well as military veterans
• Incorporate accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, staff, and colleagues
• Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team
• Incorporate technology in delivery of course content and services, including use of learning management systems (ability to teach online, ITV, and/or hybrid desired)

• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan
• Sick leave
• Aflac
• Space‑available tuition waiver
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center
• Reduced rate and priority consideration for on‑site childcare (space‑available)

Prior to hiring, a background check and Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form will be required. The employee must reside in Washington State and within reasonable distance of campus.

Olympic College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College values equity and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.