What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Instructor position at Gadsden State Community College?
Position Summary
Instructors are responsible to the Division Chair and/or the appropriate Instructional Dean for planning, preparing, and presenting appropriate and effective learning experiences to students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES:
- Instructs Child Development and related courses.
- Conducts instruction in a wide variety of settings and time frames to include: day, evening, and weekends on any of Gadsden State’s campuses. Some traveling may be required.
- Assists in the planning for instruction: prepares course materials, objectives, syllabi, and curriculum design.
- Participates in assessments at both the course and program levels.
- Organizes and maintains instructional equipment as required.
- Assists students out of class in their quest to master information presented.
- Incorporates various teaching methods, including the use of technology-based instruction, critical thinking activities and experiences in all courses.
- Posts and maintains regular office hours.
- Assists in support of adjunct instructors.
- Assists in course scheduling process as needed.
- Serves on committees.
- Attends meetings, training sessions, College events, and graduation.
- Serves as faculty advisor to an assigned group of students.
- Serves as faculty sponsor to student organizations as assigned.
- Pursues continued professional development.
- Complies with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education from a regionally accredited institution required
DESIRED PROFILE:
- Master’s degree or higher in Child Development or Early Childhood Education
- Experience teaching in PreK or K5 classroom
- Preparation for and commitment to college teaching
- Teaching experience in a college setting
- Competency in the use of current educational technologies
- Experience with internet courses
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to the community college mission
- Experience with diverse populations
- Successful problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to deal effectively with students, other employees, and the public
Application Procedures/Additional Information
PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
August 2024
SALARY:
State Salary Schedule “D" - $45,676 – $92,513 (9 months), based on education and experience as submitted by the candidate in the application packet, subject to verification upon hire. Additional summer employment may be available.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
March 25, 2024 – 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume, and (d) copies of transcripts of postsecondary education.
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms
IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).
Please Note:
• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627
Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.
Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.
August 2024
SALARY:
State Salary Schedule “D" - $45,676 – $92,513 (9 months), based on education and experience as submitted by the candidate in the application packet, subject to verification upon hire. Additional summer employment may be available.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
March 25, 2024 – 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume, and (d) copies of transcripts of postsecondary education.
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms
IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).
Please Note:
• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
- When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627
Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.
Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.
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