Associate Program Chair of Early Childhood Ed bei University

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Associate Program Chair of Early Childhood Education (APC) is a full-time position integral to the University's mission. The APC's key functions are assisting the Program Chair of Early Childhood Education (PC) through teaching and oversight of Associate Faculty (AF) courses. In addition, APCs will assist in the course and program development upon the direction of the PC. APCs will ensure that AFs meet engagement expectations and adhere to university and program policies and procedures. APCs will ensure that courses are properly designed, set up correctly for each term, and contain current and engaging content. The APC will work with the PC to support and lead in areas that leverage the APCs strength and develop the APC professionally. The APC will work with their respective team to help ensure that the quality and consistency needed in the program is being applied in a particular discipline and in courses determined by the PC. On-campus availability is strongly preferred but an opportunity for a remote position will be considered. 

Essential Accountabilities:

Management: 

• Recruit, train, and mentor Associate Faculty (part-time instructors)
• Ensure Associate Faculty are engaged in their courses and meeting university and program expectations
• Provide reports on instructor performance to the PC, Director of Academic First Year Experience, and/or Dean as needed
• Collaborate with PC, Associate Faculty Leads (AFLs), and Assistant Dean to ensure quality teaching and learning in a manner that supports faculty and preserves the student experience
• Monitor courses for student engagement
• Collaborate with Academic Success Counselors (ASCs), advisors, and other departments on promoting student success, retention, and a positive experience
• Prepare master courses before the start of academic terms
• Review course evaluation surveys and other feedback for continuous improvement of instructor effectiveness

Accreditation and Program Integrity

• Assist with preparing materials for National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) site visits, annual reports, and other compliance-related documentation
• Help maintain alignment with NAEYC professional and academic standards

Teaching:

• APC will be expected to teach 8-10 courses (24-30 credits) within an academic year, but the teaching load can be reduced with approval from the Dean, depending on the nature of other assigned projects

Program and Curriculum Development

• Review course evaluation surveys and other feedback for quality and consistency in assigned courses.
• Periodic review of course relevance and instructional resources
• Assist with course development and redevelopment as needed
• Assist in researching and implementing new ideas in teaching, content, and technology in first-year undergraduate education
• Assist PC with designing, implementing, and reviewing the Assessment of Program and General Education Student Learning Outcomes as needed

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in University Senate governance
• Participate in weekly program meetings and additional assigned meetings and activities.
• Assist with accreditation and certification as needed
• Other duties assigned by the Dean and PC

Minimum Qualifications & Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function (list below). 

Qualifications:

• A master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required
• Online undergraduate teaching experience is preferred
• Professional experience in Early Childhood Education, or related field
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions is required
• Experience with Blackboard or similar Learning Management Systems required
• Knowledge of and experience in adult education theory
• Experience in applying student retention and persistence strategies
• Ability to problem-solve and work both independently and collaboratively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Prior development of online undergraduate courses is strongly preferred
• Experience using assessments to improve teaching or course programs preferred
• Positive attitude and leadership ability
• Student-focused approach
• Ability to perform scholarly activities appropriate for a teaching institution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs is required.