Instructor of Early Childhood Education- University of Montana Western

$46,000 - $46,000/Yr

The University of Montana - Dillon, MT

Full-time - Entry Level

Dillon, MT

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Montana Western is seeking an Instructor of Early Childhood Education to teach courses focused on the foundations of early childhood education. This role emphasizes experiential learning and requires the instructor to engage students actively in their learning process. The position includes responsibilities such as teaching, maintaining scholarly productivity, advising, and participating in committee work.

Responsibilities

• Teach experientially based courses related to early childhood education.
• Maintain scholarly productivity and professional service.
• Advise students and participate in committee work.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in teaching face-to-face and online courses at the post-secondary level.
• Three or more years of teaching experience in an early childhood setting (PK-3rd grade).
• Strong knowledge of experientially based early childhood developmental theories.
• Experience with leadership and professionalism skills in early childhood settings.

Nice-to-haves

• Additional certification or experience with Infant and/or Toddler groups.
• Certification in early literacy.
• Certification in Social Emotional Development.

Benefits

• Full benefit package including health insurance and retirement plans.