Department Chair for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

I. INSTRUCTION

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning and in accordance with college loading policy course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records attendance grades and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal state and college safety standards and practices.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canva) to facilitate teaching learning assessment and communication.

II. RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students tutoring and other academic supports and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with regional expectations and the faculty loading policy.
• Promote and assist in student recruitment retention and successful completion of programs including outreach to students by phone technology tools and other electronic means.

III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training time spent onsite in related business and industries and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus in fulfillment of annual performance plans and as required for certification and licensure.
• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy digital technology and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the colleges relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within the service area as appropriate in the department and division.

V. INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces projects related to college and program accreditations and grant-related projects.
• Support and engage with career services and the development office.
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
• Participate in career service and alumni activities.
• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.
• May require grant management.

VI. ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

• Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention.
• Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention.
• Support development of student internships and other real-work experiences to support the curriculum and student experiential learning.
• Assure quality of discipline-specific dual credit courses within the local high schools.
• Create course schedules conducive to student learning and student access in consideration of the needs of Career Link; and maximizing utilization of existing classroom and laboratories.

VII. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

• Complete annual Program Review which includes analysis of trend data and resources.
• As appropriate engage internally and externally with employers and other economic sector experts deans vice presidents and as a member of the statewide curriculum committee to ensure alignment of quality relevant and market-driven curriculum.
• Maintain office administrative hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines.
• Coordinate program advisory committees and assure broad-based membership and participatory agendas.
• If applicable oversee equipment purchases and maintenance and supplies for instructional laboratories.
• Maintain program accreditation and regular affirmation processes.

VIII. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

• Coordinate recruitment evaluation and development of full-time and adjunct faculty with Human Resources and the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (or designee).
• Review and respond to faculty staff and student issues.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction faculty credentials as applicable to the specific area of instruction.

APPLICANT MUST MEET THE ENTIRETY OF THESE TWO CREDENTIAL STANDARDS:

Early Childhood Education Program Standard

A qualified faculty member in early childhood education meets the program standard through:

• Possesses an earned masters or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in early childhood education child development; or
• Possesses an earned masters or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in courses closely related to early childhood education and development with academic preparation appropriate to the course and /or specialty being taught; and
• Possesses one of the following:
  • Professional certification in the field; or
  • Two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood - birth through age 8.

AND

Education Program Standard

A qualified faculty member in education meets both of the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned masters or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or a related field appropriate to the program and
• Has both of the following:
  • Current or expired professional state teaching license/certification and
  • At least three years of K-12 teaching experience.

Application Requirements: To ensure full consideration applicants must submit cover letter unofficial transcripts and a copy of teaching license. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

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Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being growth and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions legal consultations financial planning consultations and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees spouses and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate graduate and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

WorkLife Balance

• Generous paid time off including vacation sick leave holidays and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships transportation and various retail services

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