OverviewAdjunct Instructor of Early Childhood Education – part‑time, face‑to‑face teaching assignment at Danville Community College, with an anticipated start in August2026. The role includes teaching various day, night, and online courses in Early Childhood Education and entails curriculum development, accreditation support, student advising, and program coordination.Job ResponsibilitiesProgram Coordination and curriculum leadershipServe as the faculty lead for the Early Childhood Education program.Assist the dean with planning, scheduling, and coordination of ECE courses.Facilitate communication among ECE adjunct instructors and the ASB division dean.Coordinate program meetings and collaborative planning activities.Assist with development and implementation of program goals and strategic initiatives.Maintain records required for accreditation review.Lead collaborative efforts to develop, revise, and maintain ECE curriculum.Ensure course content aligns with NAEYC standards, state early childhood workforce standards, and transfer institution expectations.Coordinate program learning outcomes assessment and reporting.Review and recommend updates to courses based on industry and regulatory changes.NAEYC Accreditation SupportAssist in maintaining NAEYC program accreditation compliance.Coordinate collection and documentation of assessment data and accreditation evidence.Support preparation of NAEYC annual reports, program self‑study, and reaccreditation materials.Field Placement and Clinical ExperiencesCoordinate student practicum and field experience placements.Maintain partnerships with local childcare centers, HeadStart programs, and school systems.Ensure field experiences meet NAEYC clinical practice requirements.Monitor student progress in field placements and support site supervisors.Student Advising and RecruitmentAdvise students regarding program requirements, career pathways, and transfer opportunities.Assist students in understanding pathways to credentials, licensure, or bachelor's degree programs.Participate in student recruitment, orientation sessions, and program outreach events.Support student retention and program completion initiatives.Faculty Collaboration and SupportServe as a resource and liaison for adjunct and full‑time faculty teaching in the program.Facilitate sharing of curriculum resources, instructional materials, and best practices.Assist with onboarding of new adjunct faculty.Coordinate faculty participation in program assessment and accreditation activities.Community and Workforce PartnershipsDevelop and maintain relationships with local early childhood education providers and agencies.Collaborate with community partners to support workforce development initiatives.Represent the ECE program in community events, advisory committees, and professional organizations.Program Data and ReportingAssist with collection and analysis of program data.Prepare documentation and reports required for institutional and accreditation review, such as program reviews and annual program assessment.Teaching ResponsibilitiesTeach assigned Early Childhood Education courses in accordance with college policies.Maintain current knowledge of early childhood education theory, practice, and policy.Incorporate developmentally appropriate practice and evidence‑based instructional strategies.Teach various day, night, and online courses, as needed.Complete Canvas and Regular Substantive Interaction (RSI) training.Participate in professional development related to teaching and early childhood education.Professional EngagementMaintain professional involvement in early childhood education organizations and initiatives.Stay current on state licensing regulations, NAEYC standards, and industry trends.Participate in college service, committees, and professional development activities.Other duties as assigned. Special assignments may be required to assist the agency or state government during an emergency declaration by the Governor.Some travel may be required.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree; at least 18 completed graduate hours in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood Studies, Early Childhood Leadership, Child Care, or a related field.At least 2 years' experience working in a related field.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision‑making.Ability to communicate with a variety of students and community members.Ability to adjust to change, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks as needed.Skilled in time management, problem solving, conflict management, adaptability, and creativity.Strong personnel management skills with emphasis on development of instructional expertise.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Skilled in monitoring, mentoring, and evaluating.Skilled in problem‑solving and working effectively with administration, faculty, staff and students.Proven ability to function as a member of a team within established college, state, federal, and accrediting agency regulations, policies and procedures.Ability to utilize campus resources, including software and the college learning management system.Ability to utilize technologies to enhance instruction.Commitment to teaching excellence and the community college mission.Ability to travel for professional development offerings.Additional ConsiderationsMaster's degree; at least 18 completed graduate hours in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood Studies, Early Childhood Leadership, Child Care, or a related field.3–5 years' experience working in a childcare facility or pre‑K setting.Knowledge of institutional effectiveness, institutional planning and assessment.Previous teaching experience at the community college level.Demonstrated experience in curriculum and course design and development.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.ADA StatementThe Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), providing reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.E‑Verify StatementVCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. 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