Position Summary:
The Early Childhood Education (ECED) Faculty and Field Placement Coordinator will collaborate with the Anderson Community Schools D26 Career Center Early Childhood Dual Credit Program and assist with coordinating student apprenticeships. The faculty will approve and supervise field placements for all ECED students on the Anderson campus. This role combines instructional responsibilities, career coaching, and leadership in managing and supervising student apprenticeships and field placements. The faculty member will co-teach ECED courses for high school dual-credit students, assess and provide feedback on student work, post both high school and college grades, and guide students in achieving their academic and career goals.
This position also includes career coaching and advising for students in the dual enrollment program, with a focus on ensuring successful high school completion, transfer opportunities, and career readiness. Emphasis will be placed on supporting students in accessing and leveraging the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana scholarship to complete the Ivy Tech ECED AS TSAP pathway and, if aligned with their goals, transfer to a bachelor's degree program.
Key Responsibilities:
Dual Enrollment Program Coordination
Collaborate with the high school instructor for the dual-credit ECED program in collaboration with D26, ensuring alignment with Ivy Tech's curriculum and academic standards.
Develop and maintain partnerships with local early learning programs to secure student apprenticeship placements.
Assist in the completion of all necessary apprenticeship paperwork.
Act as a liaison between Ivy Tech, D26, and community partners to ensure successful program implementation and continuous improvement.
Instructional Duties
Co-teach ECED courses in collaboration with the high school instructor for high school dual-credit students, using engaging, age-appropriate, and research-based teaching strategies aligned to the NAEYC Professional Standards and Competencies for Early Childhood Educators.
Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments and assessments to support student learning and development.
Post both high school and college final grades in accordance with institutional policies and deadlines.
Incorporate field placement and experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum to enhance hands-on learning opportunities.
Field Placement Coordination
Ensure field placements align with program objectives and meet accreditation standards.
Monitor student performance during apprenticeships, providing feedback and support to both students and site supervisors.
Maintain accurate documentation of field placements and related student activities.
Career Coaching and Advising
Advise ECED dual credit students to ensure successful high school completion and alignment with their transfer and career goals.
Support students in navigating the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana scholarship program to complete the Ivy Tech ECED AS TSAP pathway.
Provide guidance for students considering transfer to bachelor’s degree programs, including creating clear pathways for academic and career advancement.
Assist students in identifying and securing employment opportunities in the early childhood education field.
Administrative Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Early Childhood Education Department Chair to align program goals and outcomes, including necessary documentation for grant outcomes and NAEYC accreditation.
Work with the Department Chair to coordinate reporting and forms for apprenticeship grant payments.
Stay current with trends and best practices in early childhood education to ensure program excellence.
Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards for early childhood education programs.
Attend relevant department and campus meetings.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in early childhood education, including teaching, career coaching, and field placement coordination.
Hold or be able to quickly acquire the Council for Professional Recognition’s Professional Development Specialist (PDS) credential for preschool and infant toddler to qualify to complete CDA verification visits for high school students.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with educational institutions and community partners.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with learning management systems and other educational technologies.
Preferred:
Experience with dual-credit/dual-enrollment programs or teaching high school students.
Knowledge of apprenticeship programs, workforce development initiatives, and scholarship programs such as T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana.
Familiarity with NAEYC Higher Education Accreditation Standards and Competencies.
Working Conditions:
This position involves teaching, administrative duties, advising students, and regular collaboration with community partners. Some local travel to apprenticeship sites may be required. This position is an Ivy Tech position, but the employee will base out of the D26 Career Center with Anderson Community Schools.
This is a grant funded position of 100% full time 9 month academic year contracts and 25% summer contracts through December 2027.
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.
