Job Details

Assistant Professor - Early Childhood Education

Lake Washington Institute of Technology


Salary: $67,978.00 - $73,006.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Number: 2022-00279

Location: Kirkland, WA

Department: InstructionInstruction

Closing: 2/15/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in Washington State, that provides students with the latest cutting edge skills relevant to today's workplace. LWTech offers ten applied bachelor's degrees, more than 40 associate degrees and 93 professional certificates, in 43 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Theme

LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the link.

Annual Renewable with the possibility of being Tenure Track based on experience
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is seeking an enthusiastic full-time, tenure track Early Childhood Education (ECE) instructor to join our educational team. As an ECE instructor, you will teach and guide students who are currently or plan to become teachers of children or parents, and directors or owners of in home or childcare centers. This is a full time position with possible conversion to tenure track that reports to the Dean of Instruction.
The majority of ECE classes are taught in the evenings and Saturdays.

View information on the Early Childhood Education Program here.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plan and teach a variety of ECE courses to meet professional technical program goals
• Align course content with Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) licensing requirements, WA State Core Competencies for Early and Education Professionals, WA Early Learning Guidelines, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Position Statements.
• Advise students about ECE educational and career pathways, and create academic plans.
• Facilitate student learning through various teaching/learning methods and implement effective course design features.
• Communicate expectations, establish clear grading criteria, and provide feedback to students and grades in an effective and timely manner
• Develop course syllabi, find resources and materials that support the instructional process, and maintain appropriate records.
• Design, revise and enhance ECE courses on an ongoing basis.
• Assess student learning related to the course outcomes and complete program reviews.
• Integrate effective college strategies for students, college-wide outcomes, anti-bias and culturally responsive teaching, equity-based approaches, inclusive course features, and necessary employment skills (communication, teamwork, and critical thinking) into courses.
• Develop and maintain classroom and lab procedures, including safety, that follow local, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Utilize online learning management systems such as Canvas as a method of instruction, additional technology to teach in the Hyflex modality, and online technology to increase student interaction during video class sessions.
• Plan and collaborate with other ECE faculty through quarterly meetings and share resources to enhance ECE course content.
• Pursue and engage in appropriate professional development activities to stay current in the field of ECE, including information about licensing requirements, and participation in the Early Childhood Teacher Prep Council monthly webinars, and retreats (fall and spring).
• Write, manage, and participate in ECE and related grants.
• Develop and maintain industry and community support for the program through active engagement; coordinate advisory committee membership and meetings; attend advisory committee meetings; keep current with industry and discipline area changes.
• Actively participate as a team member in program management and campus initiatives; be familiar with and advance the college's mission, vision, goals, and strategic plan and how they Follow college, local, state, and federal policies and procedures.
• Attend department, division, and college meetings as appropriate.
• Develop a strong working and collaborative relationship with the Director of the Early Learning Center (ELC).
• Work with college counselors, disability support services, financial aid, student services, workforce development, l-BEST, library staff, and other faculty to enhance student learning experiences and student achievement.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition, full-time faculty will also:

• Maintain regular office hours
• Develop and assess program, curriculum, and educational outcomes.
• Perform advising, recruiting, and retention activities
• Take part in college accreditation, program review, and college committees as specified in the faculty bargained agreement
• May receive, as approved, release time to work on professional growth activities
• Perform other professional activities as approved by the Dean

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in early childhood education, education, or related field
• Reading, writing, and speaking fluency in second language (preferred)
• Minimum two years' Full-Time ECE related work experience required
• Minimum of two years' college ECE teaching experience preferred with evidence of ability to teach theory and application
• Experience teaching preschoolers, toddlers, and/or infants preferred
• Experience writing and managing external grants preferred
• Familiarity with DCYF licensing requirements and guidelines as well as the National Education of Young Children (NAEYC) position statements
• Current college online learning management systems experience preferred
• Valid First Aid card or ability to obtain same within 30 days of employment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with culturally and linguistically diverse students, staff, and community from diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to equity and social justicebased approaches to work.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation & Work Schedule
Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. This positions ranges from $67,978-$73,006 per year; salary is for an academic year (173 days) and as may be adjusted according to the faculty bargained agreement. Working hours are usually Monday through Friday between 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, with some evening advising and other flexible hours as needed. Summer quarter employment may be available based on student enrollment. This is a full-time, Annual Renewable position.

Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment. We also offer 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, faculty employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/

Required Online Application Materials

• Online application
• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process

Conditions of Employment

• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical Requirements
Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation
LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility Verification
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work

EEO Statement
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.

Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech's Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES



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