Adjunct Faculty, Early Childhood Education at MassBay Community College – Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts

Adjunct Faculty, Early Childhood Education

Department: Professional Studies Group

Location: Wellesley Hills/Framingham

MassBay fosterseducational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local andglobal citizenship, to promote their personal growth, to meet criticalworkforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region’s economicdevelopment.

MassachusettsBay Community College is served by a cadre of employees of varied backgroundsand experiences. We invite allindividuals to consider joining our community.

Located inGreater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college,offering associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses inWellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community and have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds. Thecandidate is expected to commit to excellence in teaching and learning,collaboration and professional development. Adjunct faculty are expected to deliver course materials in alearner-centered environment conductive to engaging students in the learningprocess. The faculty member in this position communicates consistently andeffectively with students, faculty and administrators, and responds tocommunications within a 24 hour period of time. The faculty is responsible formanaging this course through timely grading of assignments, providingsubstantial student feedback with assignments, and submission of clinicalevaluations, attendance and grades.

MassBay Community College seeks qualified part timeinstructors for the current and future semesters to teach courses in EarlyChildhood Education and/or related fields. Our adjunct instructors holdmaster’s degrees in a related discipline and have obtained appropriatecertification and/or licensure where applicable.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work in collaboration with Education department faculty and others to prepare syllabi and develop curricula in alignment with the department’s vision and needs and in alignment with accreditation standards and/or grant-related requirements;
• Meet students regularly at the posted class times and teach assigned courses using effective instructional strategies that promote student learning and preparation;
• Use appropriate assessment methods consistently and regularly to measure student understanding in line with accreditation and College standards;
• Engage in professional development activities to learn current practices concerning the education of our early childhood educators and to maintain excellence in teaching and learning;
• Participate in department’s activities and support the program-level assessment efforts and accreditation needs;
• Utilize the College’s learning management system;
• Attend meetings and submit reports or information as requested consistent with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement;
• Maintain excellent communication with students, department, and division staff throughout the semester;
• Submit syllabi, midterm and final grade reports, attendance records, early alerts, and other reports pertaining to assigned courses by required due dates;
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Dean consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and college policies, practices, and procedures.
  

This list isnot to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties asrequired to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College.

All employeesof MassBay are expected to work collegially and collaboratively within acommunity that values and celebrates the variety of student experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action;
• Experience working in a community college or similar environment;
• Demonstrated commitment to working with students in need;
• Interest in and availability to teach courses in Fall 2022 and beyond;
• Demonstrated commitment to academic standards, student learning, and student support;
• Experience and training and/or interest in online instruction.
  

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $1,397 - $1,585 per credit

Position Type: DCE-Adjunct

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.

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Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.

Massachusetts Bay Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.