Adjunct Faculty - BAS Early Childhood Education

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and Evergreen Health, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.

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Summary:

Lake Washington Institute of Technology is seeking qualified part-time instructors for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education Program. The instructor position requires a high level of expertise in the field of ECE, interest in combining research and application-based learning to course content, previous employment in early learning settings, education related to ECE, and an equity-based approach to teaching college-level courses.

View information on the Early Childhood Education Program here.

This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future part-time faculty vacancies. The college hires part-time faculty on a quarter by quarter basis, dependent on enrollment. A college representative will contact you if you are selected for an interview for a potential future vacancy.

* Plan and develop a variety of sequential instructional learning objectives and experiences appropriate to the course outcomes and program goals

* Participate in the course assessment process and analyze the effectiveness of instructional methods

* Revise course content to improve instruction based on assessments, the needs of students, and current trends in the field of ECE.

* Maintain appropriate records related to student progress and college requirements

* Demonstrate professional interactions and provide equity-based expectations for all students in a clear and consistent manner. Refer students to resources and campus services as needed, report concerns, and follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed by the college.

* Design learning experiences that include class lectures, individualized assignments, group discussions/projects, research-based coursework, application of content in ECE, online learning assignments, and long-term projects.

* Implement equity-based teaching strategies including Universal Designs for Learning (UDL) and culturally responsive teaching.

* Post the class syllabus, update student grades regularly via the online course system (currently Canvas) and post final grades according to college due dates.

* Teach classes in the evenings and on Saturdays.

* A Master's degree in early childhood education, human development, or a related field is required.

* Solid knowledge base of research in ECE related to child development, curriculum, early literacy, and DAP (developmentally appropriate practice).

* Four years of ECE-related work experience in early learning settings with infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children.  

* Requires previous experience with developing and facilitating early childhood education-related training sessions for childcare staff. College-level ECE teaching experience is preferred.

* Knowledge of Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families licensing regulations for childcare…