Department Chair for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education

About the role

This position oversees three academic programs, managing all aspects including enrollment, program administration, instructional quality, and human resource management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that support student learning.
• Maintain student records and documentation, and manage classroom environments.
• Provide academic-related coaching and monitoring to advisees, and document student performance.
• Engage students in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum, and promote student recruitment and retention.
• Participate in professional development activities and stay current in pedagogy and technology.
• Participate in community service and develop industry contacts.
• Support institutional support and career services, and adhere to academic policies.
• Analyze program data and lead action steps to improve retention and completion rates.
• Coordinate program advisory committees, oversee equipment purchases, and maintain program accreditation.
• Manage recruitment, evaluation, and development of faculty, and respond to faculty and staff issues.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• A master’s or higher degree in early childhood education or closely related field, or 18 graduate credits in early childhood education and development.
• Professional certification in the field or at least two years of directly related work experience in early childhood education.
• A master’s or higher degree in education or a related field, and current or expired professional state teaching license/certification with at least three years of K-12 teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Must meet the entirety of the Early Childhood Education Program Standard or Education Program Standard.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of current educational technologies and pedagogical approaches.
• Experience with student retention and success strategies.
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
• 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.
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Pay

$57,930 - $62,795 (based on education and experience)

Schedule

Full-time position.