Part-Time Early Childhood Coach and Field Experience Coordinator

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Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in early childhood education, including teaching, career coaching,

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The Part-Time Early Childhood Coach and Field Experience Coordinator is a master’s level credentialed, grant-funded role (through December 2027) starting August 2025. Based from both the Anderson and Muncie campus service areas.

This 20-25 hour-per-week part time position supports field site mentorship of classroom teachers who support our students through field placements, Model Classroom coordination including in-classroom coaching, leading a Community of Practice across all Model Classroom
teachers, and assisting the department with the curation and creation of curriculum kits and offering of professional learning skills trainings across the counties served (Jay, Delaware, Henry, Madison, Hancock).

Additionally this position assists the Assistant Department Chair
with field site coordination and placement of students at local affiliated field sites across the region.

The role includes some flexibility in scheduling with 50-75% travel for model classroom site visits and 25-50% on-campus work, with mileage reimbursement for field site visits provided.

Monday-Friday, day-time hours are required for site visits and mentor coaching. Evening and weekend hours may be required occasionally for assistance with skills training or for attendance at required department meetings.

Responsibilities

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○ Establish and maintain high-quality field placement partnerships.

Requirements

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Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in early childhood education, including

teaching, career coaching, and field placement coordination.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with educational institutions and community partners.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency with learning management systems and other educational technologies.

Nice to Have

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Knowledge of apprenticeship programs, workforce development initiatives, and

scholarship programs such as T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana.

Familiarity with NAEYC Higher Education Accreditation Standards and Competencies.

Hold or be able to quickly acquire the Council for Professional Recognition’s

Professional Development Specialist (PDS) credential for preschool and infant toddler to qualify to complete CDA verification visits, as needed.

This role ensures high-quality, well-coordinated field placements aligned with accreditation standards, directly enhancing workforce readiness and program quality for both Ivy Tech and the early learning partnership programs.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Access to a comprehensive vision care 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