Job Description

The High School/Dual Enrollment Child Development Teacher provides rigorous instruction in Child Development to high school students enrolled in a dual credit course aligned with an approved college partner. This position ensures that curriculum, instruction, and assessment meet both high school graduation requirements and postsecondary academic standards. The teacher fosters a college-ready learning environment while supporting adolescents in the study of child growth, development, family systems, and early childhood education principles.

Duties & Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Deliver college-aligned Child Development curriculum in accordance with the partnering institution’s standards and course syllabus.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect college-level rigor while remaining developmentally appropriate for high school students.

• Integrate research-based instructional strategies and differentiated instruction.

• Maintain pacing, content coverage, and assessment standards required for dual enrollment credit.

• Incorporate experiential learning opportunities, projects, and applied practice when appropriate.

Assessment & Academic Standards

• Design and administer assessments consistent with college expectations.

• Evaluate and document student performance in accordance with both high school and college grading policies.

• Maintain accurate academic records and submit required documentation to the partnering college.

• Prepare students for postsecondary expectations, including academic writing and research standards.

Student Support & Classroom Environment

• Establish a structured, respectful, and academically focused classroom environment.

• Provide academic guidance and support to students navigating college-level coursework.

• Communicate regularly with students and families regarding progress and expectations.

• Promote ethical practices related to child development and early childhood education.

Compliance & Collaboration

• Maintain required credentials to teach dual enrollment coursework per state and college requirements.

• Collaborate with high school administration and college faculty to ensure course alignment and compliance.

• Participate in required professional development related to dual enrollment and content area.

• Adhere to Heritage Academy policies, state standards, and higher education partnership agreements.

Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths

Education: Master’s degree in the content area OR master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Child Development or a closely related discipline (per dual enrollment requirements) preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Family Studies, or related field, and 3 years of experience.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of prior experience teaching dual enrollment or college-level coursework. Experience working with high school students preferred.

Special Skills:

• Strong understanding of child growth and development theories.

• Ability to balance secondary classroom management with postsecondary academic rigor.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to compliance requirements.

• Ability to foster critical thinking, research skills, and professional writing

Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512

Physical functions: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and operate a computer, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment. Must reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Equipment used: Frequent computer use is expected

Work Environment: A typical classroom environment is expected; occasional exposure to outdoor weather.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.