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Posted: 26-Apr-26
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Salary: Up to 18.00
Internal Number: JR002108_1777057748
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Instruction and Student Learning
Serves as the lead instructor at Wonder School, the ECDE lab school, working directly with 3-5-year-old children and supervising up to 10 practicum students per semester.
Designs curriculum and learning experiences that support child development and early learning best practices, while modeling inclusive teaching strategies.
Maintains enrollment and licensure compliance of the Wonder School program in partnership with the Columbus Museum of Art.
Teaches assigned ECDE courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department's policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
Designs curriculum to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups.
Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies.
Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades in a timely manner, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule
Creates and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
Participates in the selection of the appropriate materials to support course curriculum in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students' performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
Serves as a facilitator of learning in a virtual environment.
Student Engagement & Advisement
Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenges, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College.
Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion.
Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.
Continuous Improvement
Promotes continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities; contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and the design of course description, course outlines, and syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.
Completes all mandatory performance evaluation measures within the specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College.
Shares best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings.
Participates in instructional, departmental, or institutional research to improve educational effectiveness.
Evaluates teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them.
Provides feedback, as appropriate, regarding the general operations of the department, division, and the College.
Participates, as appropriate, in the interviewing, selection, and orientation process of department faculty and staff.
Provides advice and/or assistance to faculty within the department, division, or College.
Attends faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean, or Department Chairperson; and participates, as appropriate, on departmental and divisional committees.
Professional Development
Maintains a personal portfolio for tenure and promotion review and other career-related needs.
Employs student, administrative, and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional development and participates in professional development activities.
Contributes, as appropriate, to the planning, evaluation, and/or presentation of college professional development programs.
Maintains required professional credentials, licensing, and continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate.
Culture of Respect
Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.
Other duties as required.
OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides consultative assistance to and advises, as appropriate, students, student organizations, and groups.
Contributes to the community and/or the profession as a representative of the College.
Participates in local, statewide, or national levels in the advancement of the discipline and/or the two-year college mission.
Works a varying schedule, including nights & weekends to meet departmental needs.
Compensation Details
- 9-Month Instructor Salary: $51,460.00-57,635.20
- Optional Summer Semester (Full load): $16,648.82-18,646.68
Optional Overload (maximum amounts shown):
- Autumn Semester (12 contact hours max): $11,520
- Spring Semester (12 contact hours max): $11,520
- Summer Semester (9 contact hours max): $8,640
Additional Information
CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A COVER LETTER, CV/RESUME, AND TRANSCRIPTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.