Ivy Tech Community College

Early Childhood Education Faculty for High School Partnerships and Field Placement Coordinator

ANDERSON, INPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Ivy Tech Community College

  • Job overview

    The Early Childhood Education Faculty and Field Placement Coordinator role involves teaching, coordinating student apprenticeships, and managing field placements to support high school dual-credit students' academic and career success.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role includes co-teaching ECED courses, approving and supervising field placements, coordinating dual enrollment programs, providing career coaching and advising, and handling administrative tasks related to student apprenticeships and placements.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, at least three years of relevant experience, ability to obtain a PDS credential, and strong collaboration and communication skills.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position is full-time, grant funded, with a 9-month academic year contract plus 25% summer contract through December 2027; specific salary and benefits details are not provided.

  • Career development

    The role supports student pathways from high school through associate degree completion and potential transfer to bachelor's programs, implying opportunities to impact educational progression and student success.

  • Company information

    Ivy Tech Community College is an educational institution focused on community college programs, including dual-credit and transfer pathways in Early Childhood Education.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based on the Anderson campus, working closely with Anderson Community Schools D26 Career Center.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely combines teaching, field placement coordination, and career coaching within a dual-credit high school partnership program, emphasizing scholarship access and transfer pathways.

Company overview

Ivy Tech Community College is the largest public postsecondary institution in Indiana, offering a wide range of associate degrees, certifications, and workforce development programs. It generates revenue through tuition fees, state funding, and various grants. Founded in 1963, Ivy Tech has grown to serve over 150,000 students annually across more than 40 locations, emphasizing accessibility and affordability in higher education. The college is known for its strong partnerships with local industries, ensuring that its programs align with workforce needs.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize your Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and highlight at least three years of relevant experience, particularly in dual enrollment or early childhood education settings.

  • Showcase your skills in coordinating student apprenticeships, managing field placements, and experience with dual credit programs, as these are central to the role at Ivy Tech Community College.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the Ivy Tech Community College official careers page, LinkedIn, and educational job boards to maximize your visibility and chances of landing the role.

  • Connect with current faculty or administrators involved in the Anderson Community Schools D26 Career Center or the ECED division on LinkedIn; ice breakers can include asking about their experience with the dual credit program or expressing enthusiasm for the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana scholarship initiative.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'field placement coordination,' 'dual enrollment,' 'career coaching,' 'T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana scholarship,' and 'student apprenticeships' to ensure your application passes initial screenings.

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