Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Studies

This is a full-time, 175-day (10-month annual contract) tenure-track faculty position in the Applied Behavioral Sciences Department, which hosts the Early Childhood Studies (ECS) academic program. The faculty member will be responsible for the following:  providing instruction in assigned classes under supervision of the assigned Dean of Academic Affairs; supporting students in course progress and program completion of educational and vocational goals; assessing student and program learning outcomes; participating in articulation and curriculum development and review, maintaining currency and relevancy in assigned discipline specifically prenatal through third grade; utilizing current technology in performing employment responsibilities; engaging in college service by participating in faculty governance including accreditation and faculty councils and committees; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

This teaching assignment may include instruction in various modalities and occur on evenings and weekends at any college site or campus. 

Allan Hancock College is a California public community college in northern Santa Barbara County. The college is ranked as one of the five best community colleges in California and one of the top 120 community colleges in the nation. Approximately 11,500 credit students enroll each semester at one of the college's four locations in Santa Maria, Lompoc, Santa Ynez Valley, or Vandenberg Space Force Base. Allan Hancock College is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution and serves a vibrant community of which it is a part: over 98 percent of the college’s students come from the local area and Hancock students consistently enjoy one of the best acceptance rates to the University of California and California State University campuses. To learn more about Allan Hancock College visit https://www.hancockcollege.edu/.

Preferred knowledge and skills:

• Possess a deep understanding of child development theories, workforce needs, and comprehensive curricular knowledge.
• Apply current pedagogical theories and practices in the academic classroom. 
• Ability to create engaging curriculum.
• Commitment to staying current and relevant with research and best practices in early childhood studies and education.
• Knowledge of federal, state, county, and local standards, regulations, and initiatives relevant to workforce and working children and families.
• Able to communicate effectively professionally and positively within a diverse community of learners. 
• Work collaboratively with a dynamic team of professionals.
• Develop, organize, and manage systems to support the needs and functions of the Early Childhood Studies Academic Program.
• Engage students in instruction that supports diverse learning styles while providing opportunities for meaningful feedback and application of knowledge. 

Demonstrated experience in:

• Experience teaching in higher education; California Community College is desired.
• Experience with andragogy in a wide variety of child development topics.
• Working collaboratively with a higher education academic learning laboratory early care and education program.
• Researching data-based curriculum and program development.
• Applying evaluation and assessment methods that lead to program improvements.
• Delivering instruction in multiple modalities, including in-person, as well as hybrid and online formats to support the academic success of diverse student populations
• Working in a vocational career and technical education program.
• Innovative teaching strategies that encourage critical thinking, engagement, and student success.
• Working collaboratively across disciplines to create integrated approaches to early childhood studies and education.  
• Teaching dual enrollment courses providing high-quality education to high school students outside of the bell schedule desired.
• Experience working in the industry desired.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others and work with minimum supervision.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both in oral and written communication.
• Build relationships, interact positively with others, and manage conflict.
• Collaborate effectively with others, support colleagues, and contribute to shared goals.
• Analyze information, evaluate options, and make sound judgments.
• Identify issues, develope solutions, and implement strategies to reduce barriers.
• Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload with efficiency.
• Inspire and guide others, demonstrate professional characteristics of and ethical early childhood educator.
• Display professional standards, ethics, and competencies in the discipline.

Master’s in child development, early childhood education, human development, home economics/ family and consumer studies with a specialization in child development/early childhood education or educational psychology with a specialization in child development/early childhood education 

OR 

Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in social work, educational supervision, elementary education, special education, psychology, bilingual/bicultural education, life management/ home economics, family life studies, or family and consumer studies.  

Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff, community college students, and staff and students with disabilities.

The equivalent as outlined in Board Policy 7211

In its desire to select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool of qualified applicants, Allan Hancock College recognizes the fact that candidates may have attained expertise in a discipline through a variety of means. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged by the district as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position.   Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications are encouraged to complete the equivalency form and provide appropriate documentation of their qualifications.

BEGINNING DATE

August 2025, pending board approval.

The hiring salary range is $69,030 to $91,651 dependent upon education and experience.

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials through our website https://www.hancockcollege.edu/hr/ by Sunday, March 2, 2025, by 11:59 PST: 

Cover letter;

A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience; 

A statement that demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;  

Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the application process).  Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements as defined above must also complete and attach an Equivalency Petition (Download PDF reader) to be considered.

Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Allan Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.

Salary : $69,030 - $91,651