Part-Time Early Childhood Program Coordinator/ Early Childhood Adjunct Faculty
 University of Arkansas | |
 United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville | |
| 346 North West Avenue (Show on map) | |
 May 07, 2025 | |
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Closing Date: 08/06/2025 Type of Position:Staff - EducationWorkstudy Position: No Job Type:Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:UA-PTC places emphasis on student learning and excellence in instruction. As such, the college expects faculty and staff to create and maintain a positive learning environment for all its students. This obligation extends beyond the classroom as faculty collaborate with their peers, staff, and administration to promote a culture of integrity, diversity, and collegiality through the free exchange of ideas designed to promote independent thought and mindful action on campus and within the communities the college serves.General Responsibilities: The Early Childhood Program Coordinator/Early Childhood Adjunct Faculty position will provide support to current program, which includes but is not limited to advising students, development of program marketing and recruiting high school juniors and seniors for the certificate of proficiency. Participating in high school career fairs and back to school events. Building partnerships with local high school counselors, career coaches, and school administration. This position will be the point of contact for high school counselors, and students. As the program evolves, this position will also be responsible for teaching courses and monitoring student field sites. COMMITMENT TO TEACHING A.Identify the best practices and technologies to employ based on interaction with and feedback from students in each class every semester. B.CLASSROOM PERFORMANCE 1.Demonstrate a commitment to student-centered instruction; 2.Establish and maintain credibility as an educator and professor of a discipline through effective communication of appropriate material; 3.Design instruction to achieve student learning outcomes as defined by the college and specific departments and programs; 4.Vary methods of instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and maintain student engagement; 5.Conduct class meetings in any setting (on-campus, online, hybrid, or LINC) with professionalism and enthusiasm that promotes respect for the discipline and education; 6.Adopt classroom management strategies that promote respect among students and between students and instructor; 7.Explain the connection between their discipline and related fields to encourage students to engage with the topic at hand and the discipline in general; 8.Use appropriate technologies and media to enhance learning. C.AVAILABILITY 1.Provide students with means of communicating outside of office hours, such as email, phone number, or video conference address (e.g. Zoom, FaceTime). 2.This position may require evening events and classes taught during the day and in the evening. D.SUPPORT 1.Advise students in course or program selection best suited to meet their educational goals; 2.Refer students to appropriate support programs within the college when their circumstances require assistance; 3.Maintain confidentiality of student records according to FERPA guidelines. 4.Participate in commencement exercises in proper regalia. II. COMMITMENT TO DISCIPLINE OR FIELD A.Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of field or discipline; B.Maintain necessary educational credentials and professional skills appropriate to the teaching assignment through involvement in professional development activities, membership to regional and national professional organizations, attending regional and national conferences devoted to their field or discipline, maintaining a subscription or taking advantage of an institutional subscriptions to a variety of journals devoted to their field of study, and/or continuing education at an accredited university. C.Attend professional development activities or conduct research related to effective instruction, classroom management, and assessment; D.Stay abreast of technological trends in education through professional development activities or research; III. COMMITMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT A.Collaborate with colleagues to develop meaningful learning outcomes, assignments, and measures;. B.Participate in evaluating the effectiveness of the department; C.Collaborate with colleagues to modify course curricula, using relevant data to identify and justify the need for modification; D.Cooperate with colleagues in creating classroom policies to include in all syllabi and adhere to those policies; E.Provide appropriate input in the selection of textbooks based on assessment data, learning outcomes, and course description; F.Participate in mentorships or orientations for part-time or newly hired full-time faculty within a department or division. IV. COMMITMENT TO THE DIVISION AND COLLEGE A. ADHERENCE TO POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 1.Teach courses consistent with UA PTC catalog description, departmental syllabus, appropriate course content guide, and Arkansas Course Transfer System as per UA PTC policy; 2.Meet all classes at the designated times and locations. Inform the supervisor and students if unable to meet a class on time; 3.Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies; 4.Certify rosters and post grades in accordance with college deadlines; 5.Maintain archives of student attendance and grade records according to the time frame established by the college. B. COMMUNICATION 1.Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from college, division, and program administrators; 2.Respond to student concerns/complaints and participate in Academic Due Process per college policy and procedure; 3.Exercise stewardship of college facilities and materials by reporting maintenance issues and equipment in need of repair, identifying budgetary needs related to educational goals and objectives, and researching large-scale purchases. COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: DIVERSITY - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Demonstrates sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of the two-year college student. STUDENT RELATIONS - Manages difficult or emotional student situations; Responds promptly to student needs; Solicits student feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Student and solutions oriented with a strong commitment to student service while maintaining compliance with policies. PROFESSIONALISM - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. QUALITY - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. ETHICS - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds College values. SAFETY AND SECURITY - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. DEPENDABILITY - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. TECHNICAL SKILLS - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues professional development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. LEADERSHIP - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. JUDGMENT - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. BUSINESS INSIGHT - Aligns work with strategic goals. Other duties assigned Qualifications: Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE A Master's degree with 18 subject specific college graduate hours from an accredited university in early childhood education, child development, or related field is required. Two years teaching experience at the college level is preferred. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the early childhood teaching field and have teaching experience with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged children, a commitment to high academic standards, a dedication to student success, and excellent written, oral communication and interpersonal skills. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business or educational periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. The individual must react well under pressure and be able to manage difficult or emotional student situation. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, syllabi and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, coworkers, students, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in regards to data collection, analysis, and reporting for assessment and accreditation reporting. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should be skilled in Microsoft Office, Learning Management Software to include Blackboard and WorkDay. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of and experience with the NAEYC 2020 Higher Education Accreditation Standards Experience working with early childhood teachers (infant, toddler and preschool) and owners, directors and/or administrators University of Arkansas Early Care & Education Projects Trainer Additional Information: Salary Information: $22-$24 per hour DOERequired Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)Optional Documents: Recruitment Contact Information: humanresources@uaptc.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender RegistryUniversity of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity:Driving, Kneeling, Repetitive Motion, Standing Occasional Physical Activity:Reaching Benefits Eligible:No | |