Community Partnership Lead for Early Childhood
At a glance
Senior Channel & Partnerships role at Ivy Tech. Sellersburg · full-time · $50,000–$55,000 base.
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build local early-learning partnerships that create an enrollment path into Ivy Tech’s Early Childhood programs
- Bring community partners together through coalition meetings, workgroups, and planning sessions
- Arrange professional development opportunities for childcare providers
- Help document grant outcomes, accreditation requirements, payment reporting, and program improvements
- Guide students toward T.E.A.C.H. scholarships, degree pathways, and possible bachelor’s transfers
What you bring
- A master’s degree in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited institution
- Alternatively, a related master’s with eighteen graduate credits tied closely to early childhood education and development
- Professional certification or two years of early-childhood experience serving children from birth through age eight
- Strong collaboration, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills with educational and community partners
Who this fits
You’ll suit this role if you can lead a community coalition while supporting early-childhood students, providers, and college partners. The position is based in Sellersburg and is a full-time, twelve-month grant-funded contract through December 31, 2027. You may also teach Early Childhood Education courses, including all instructional work required for assigned classes.
From the employer
This individual will play a critical role in supporting the growth and development of our Early Childhood program while building partnerships, leading collaborative initiatives, and engaging local organizations to identify and connect future Ivy Tech students with educational opportunities in Early Childhood Education.
This is a grant-funded position following a full-time,12-month contract through December 31, 2027, with no guarantee that the position will be or can be funded past that date. Ideal start time is ASAP.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000 (based on education and experience)
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain partnerships with local early learning programs to create a pipeline for student enrollment in Early Childhood programs at Ivy Tech
Act as a liaison between Ivy Tech and community partners to ensure successful program implementation and continuous improvement
Lead and coordinate a community group focused on improving early childhood education in our area
Facilitate regular coalition meetings, workgroups, and strategic planning sessions
Support childcare providers by organizing professional development opportunities
Collaborate with the Early Childhood Education Department Chair to align program goals and outcomes, including necessary documentation for grant outcomes and NAEYC accreditation
Work with the Department Chair to coordinate reporting and forms for grant payments
Support students in accessing and leveraging the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Indiana scholarship to complete the Ivy Tech Early Childhood Education degree pathways and, if aligned with their goals, transfer to a bachelor's degree program
Stay current with trends and best practices in early childhood education to ensure program excellence
Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards for early childhood education programs
Participate in ongoing professional development and college-wide committees
Attend relevant department and campus meetings
Perform other duties aligned with the scope and purpose of this role
This position has the potential to teach Early Childhood Education courses at Ivy Tech Sellersburg. The candidate must be able to perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
Qualifications:
Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in early childhood education, child development; or
Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in courses closely related to early childhood education and development, with academic preparation appropriate to the course and /or specialty being taught; and
Possesses one of the following:
- Professional certification in the field; or
- Two years of directly related work experience in the field of early childhood - birth through age 8.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with educational institutions and community partners.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred:
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.
Experience working with diverse populations and supporting inclusive learning environments.
CDA Professional Development Specialist Credential (or willingness to obtain it).
Application Requirements: Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Proudly named Louisville Business First's 2025 & 2026 Best Places to Work - Ivy Tech Community College, Sellersburg.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision 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
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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