Part Time Faculty - Early Childhood Education

Position Summary

Part‑time Faculty – Early Childhood Education at Highline College, Washington. Teaching assignments include evenings, weekends, online, and in‑person courses. The department coordinator reviews applications to fill needs as they arise.

• Create a welcoming, supportive learning environment and use evidence‑based practices to improve student success.
• Engage in self‑reflective practice and collaborate to implement strategies that close educational gaps.
• Attend department and advisory committee meetings, and community events as requested.
• Participate in ongoing professional development; maintain required certifications (e.g., Vocational‑Technical Certification).

Pay is $1,238.38–$1,326.13 per credit hour, based on the number of classes taught and experience.

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in early childhood education, education, human development, social work, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with children ages birth to eight and/or families in an early childhood setting.
• Pending degrees must be completed by September 2025 and verified by a letter from the granting institution.

Desired qualifications:

• Fluency in English/Spanish or English/Somali.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of inclusive and special‑education practices through a disability justice lens.
• Experience teaching at the higher‑education level or providing professional development in teaching and learning.
• Experience supervising or supporting ECE practitioners in practicum placements.
• Commitment to fair educational practices.

• Commitment to student learning, planning, organizing, and creating interactive learning environments.
• Challenge learners intellectually, encouraging critical thinking.
• Practice student‑centered instruction with curriculum relevant to students.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully, listening and encouraging student communication.
• Maintain personal and professional integrity.
• Assess student learning outcomes and use assessment data to modify instruction.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written English with diverse students and colleagues.

Applicants will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or investigations related to sexual misconduct, as required by Washington state law.

Highline College is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.