"Childcare Instructor - Cape Cod Community College"

General Statement of Responsibilities

The Childcare Instructor will provide hands-on training and instruction to intellectually disabled adults enrolled in a vocational program focused on developing skills related to childcare. The Instructor will design and deliver curriculum-based lessons, simulate childcare activities, and foster both professional and social development to prepare students for supported or competitive employment in childcare-related settings including preschools, day care centers, and child watch environments.

Examples of Duties

1. Introduce the fundamentals of childcare (0-6 years) as it applies to day care centers, preschools, child watch, in both traditional and non-traditional learning modes.
2. Prepare and implement an adaptive curriculum tailored to the learning needs of intellectually disabled adults focusing on foundational childcare skills (e.g., basic care routines, safety, communication, hygiene, etc.).
3. Provide a multi-modality teaching approach including hands-on activities and role-playing, field trips, on-campus excursions, and arranging for guest speakers.
4. Consult with Job Coaches regarding student progress and correlation with classroom teaching.
5. Write assessment reports and evaluations and conduct individual progress conferences with students.
6. Consult and co-plan with Project Forward colleagues.
7. Attend staff meetings and program events throughout the year.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. Two years of experience in childcare or early childhood education settings.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to teach with patience and clarity.
4. Ability to differentiate teaching methods to meet varying learning abilities and needs.
5. Ability to perform physical/hands on work, including lifting, taking walks and simulating activities found in a childcare setting.
6. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team player with students and Project Forward staff.
7. Proficiency in oral and written communication.
8. Proficiency with computer skills (Microsoft Office), including typing, storing/retrieving computer files, completing an online timesheet, tutorials, etc.
9. Valid MA Driver's License.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
2. Knowledge of basic first aid, child safety standards, and mandated reporting responsibilities.

Additional Information

COMPENSATION: $35.31 per hour for up to 18 hours per week (12 hours of instruction/6 hours prep time) during the Fall 2025 semester and 9 hours per week (6 hours of instruction/3 hours prep time) during the Spring 2026 semester. Part-time, non-benefited, MCCC Unit position

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Immediate need; applications reviewed upon receipt.

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.