Oklahoma City Community College
Adjunct Professor of Child Development
Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume, and transcript confirming a minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education and at least twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (Birth‑8 years) in a classroom setting. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542.
Special Instructions Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume, and transcript confirming a minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education and at least twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (Birth‑8 years) in a classroom setting. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542.
Position Information Posting Number: Adjunct_0401947 Classification Title: Adjunct Professor Working Title: Adjunct Professor of Child Development Datatel Position ID: SOSC6ADJCHDE1A Annual Hours: As needed or assigned Placement Range: $740 per Credit Hour Position Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Category: General Description
General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of interactive and substantive instruction. This instruction will include on campus, hybrid, in person Zoom, and online classes. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the department and division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
Reporting This position reports to the Child Development Department Chair. No positions report to this position.
Requirements Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (or comparable field). Twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (birth to 8 years) in a classroom setting.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills
Basic computer skills, proficient in using Microsoft Office or similar software
Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle)
Organization and attention to detail
Support and willingness to teach in a competency‑based instructional system
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups
Must be punctual
Must be reliable
Physical Demands and Working Conditions GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work. The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: The position requires frequent movement around the classroom to assist students and perform essential functions, frequent communication with colleagues and students, operation of computer and office equipment, and preparation of instructional documents and email correspondence. VISUAL ACUITY: The position requires the ability to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. WORKING CONDITIONS: Essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching in person, Zoom, and daytime on campus instruction. Online teaching certification.
Work Hours Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus, Zoom, and/or online as required by section assignment.
Department Child Development
Job Open Date 05/29/2025
Job Close Date Open Until Filled. No.
HR Contact Beth Holmes
Job Duties To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but reasonably considered incidental in the performing of duties.
Primary Responsibilities Supporting student learning by providing quality interactive instruction in courses agreed upon with the departmental chair/dean. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, substantive instruction and interaction with students, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.
Additional Responsibilities
Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.
Participate in assessment of general education outcomes for the college.
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and college administrators.
Maintain required office hours: Adjunct faculty with face‑to‑face teaching assignments must provide face‑to‑face office hours/student consultation at or near course location (suitable space available); adjunct faculty with online teaching assignments must provide online office hours/student consultation.
Attend required meetings.
Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed‑upon special assignments.
Support the division’s, department’s, and college’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities.
Adjunct course assignments are made by the Department Chair.
Course assignments may include: Introduction to Child Development, Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Families & Societies, Marriage, Curriculum and Play, Child Health, Safety and Nutrition, Guidance of Young Children, Infant/Toddler Development and Educational Program, Language and Literacy for Young Children, Parenting, Early Childhood Center Personnel Development Management, Early Childhood Center Financial Planning and Management.
Safety / Policy & Procedures
Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices to prevent injury and illness for self and others.
Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established procedures.
Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter‑in‑place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a Master’s Degree, including a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or comparable field?
Yes
No
* Do you have at least twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (birth to 8 years old) in a classroom setting?
Yes
No
* Have you attached all required documents?
Yes
No
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Special Instructions Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume, and transcript confirming a minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education and at least twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (Birth‑8 years) in a classroom setting. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542.
Position Information Posting Number: Adjunct_0401947 Classification Title: Adjunct Professor Working Title: Adjunct Professor of Child Development Datatel Position ID: SOSC6ADJCHDE1A Annual Hours: As needed or assigned Placement Range: $740 per Credit Hour Position Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Category: General Description
General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of interactive and substantive instruction. This instruction will include on campus, hybrid, in person Zoom, and online classes. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the department and division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
Reporting This position reports to the Child Development Department Chair. No positions report to this position.
Requirements Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (or comparable field). Twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (birth to 8 years) in a classroom setting.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills
Basic computer skills, proficient in using Microsoft Office or similar software
Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle)
Organization and attention to detail
Support and willingness to teach in a competency‑based instructional system
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups
Must be punctual
Must be reliable
Physical Demands and Working Conditions GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work. The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: The position requires frequent movement around the classroom to assist students and perform essential functions, frequent communication with colleagues and students, operation of computer and office equipment, and preparation of instructional documents and email correspondence. VISUAL ACUITY: The position requires the ability to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. WORKING CONDITIONS: Essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching in person, Zoom, and daytime on campus instruction. Online teaching certification.
Work Hours Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus, Zoom, and/or online as required by section assignment.
Department Child Development
Job Open Date 05/29/2025
Job Close Date Open Until Filled. No.
HR Contact Beth Holmes
Job Duties To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but reasonably considered incidental in the performing of duties.
Primary Responsibilities Supporting student learning by providing quality interactive instruction in courses agreed upon with the departmental chair/dean. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, substantive instruction and interaction with students, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.
Additional Responsibilities
Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.
Participate in assessment of general education outcomes for the college.
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and college administrators.
Maintain required office hours: Adjunct faculty with face‑to‑face teaching assignments must provide face‑to‑face office hours/student consultation at or near course location (suitable space available); adjunct faculty with online teaching assignments must provide online office hours/student consultation.
Attend required meetings.
Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed‑upon special assignments.
Support the division’s, department’s, and college’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities.
Adjunct course assignments are made by the Department Chair.
Course assignments may include: Introduction to Child Development, Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Families & Societies, Marriage, Curriculum and Play, Child Health, Safety and Nutrition, Guidance of Young Children, Infant/Toddler Development and Educational Program, Language and Literacy for Young Children, Parenting, Early Childhood Center Personnel Development Management, Early Childhood Center Financial Planning and Management.
Safety / Policy & Procedures
Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices to prevent injury and illness for self and others.
Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established procedures.
Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter‑in‑place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a Master’s Degree, including a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or comparable field?
Yes
No
* Do you have at least twenty‑four months of teaching experience with young children (birth to 8 years old) in a classroom setting?
Yes
No
* Have you attached all required documents?
Yes
No
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