Adjunct Faculty - Childhood Development - Continuous Applicant Pool

Adjunct Faculty - Childhood Development -

Continuous Applicant Pool Posting Number:

A0000069

Reports to:

Dean, Arts & Sciences Department:

Arts and Sciences Education Classification:

Full or Part-time:

Job Summary:

Uses student-centered instruction to sustain the specific courses and curricula mandated by the educational mission and goals of the College. Courses can be held on site at the Benton Harbor, Michigan or any other satellite campuses

Essential Functions:

1. Instructs students in assigned classes. 2. Provides academic guidance and counseling to students in cooperation with Student Services Personnel. 3. Maintains academic standards. 4. Prepares course syllabus and outline. 5. Monitors student progress. 6. Keeps adequate and accurate records. 7. Enters final course grades online.

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned.

Accountabilities:

Under the limited supervision of the Dean, Arts & Sciences or Department Chair, each Adjunct faculty member is responsible for satisfying the educational, administrative, and fiscal requirements inherent in their position.

Job Specifications:

Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field OR a Masters Degree in any field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Equivalent of two (2) years relevant, full time work experience teaching at a childcare facility or Pre-K through Second Grade school setting is required.

Preferred qualifications include:

the Child Development Associate (CDA), Michigan Youth Development Associate (MI-YDA), Montessori Credential or Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health (MI-AIMH) endorsement. Demonstrated experience supporting diverse populations, including rural and underserved communities.

Grade:

Salary Range:

$61 per contact hour Special Instructions to

Applicants:

By completing this application, your information will be added to the candidate pool. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted. Official transcripts for all degrees will be required for immediate receipt upon hire. Adjunct faculty are not employed directly by Lake Michigan College, with a few exceptions based on MSPERS retirement program. All others are employed through Edustaff, LLC. If you are selected for one of these roles, you will be required to complete Edustaffs employment application and on-boarding processes. Monday through Thursday summer work hours may apply to this position.

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Open Date:

04/24/2026

Closing Date:

To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5629 About Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline. Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve . Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees. Living in Southwest Michigan Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches , wineries , and nationally acclaimed golf courses . But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life . LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-005c644a15c9d8448292166f8450837a