Adjunct Faculty - English

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 2,082,931 - 2,515,497; Part time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is looking for Adjunct Faculty for the English Department at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill. This position involves teaching English Composition courses during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters.

Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in English or a related field, teaching experience, and a strong background in technology use. The position offers competitive compensation of $1,512.00 to $1,826.00 per credit based on experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English, Writing, or Literature required.
• Experience teaching in a college-level academic discipline is essential.
• Familiarity with technology in instruction and assessment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in English Composition.
• Adhere to all relevant policies and requirements.

Skills

Teaching experience

Technology use in instruction

Culturally diverse support

Education

Master's degree in English, Writing, or Literature

Job description

Job Description

POSITION: Adjunct Faculty - English: English Department; Liberal Arts Division; Haverhill campus, Haverhill (100 Elliott Street) or Lawrence campuses (45 Franklin Street); MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position

SUMMARY: We are seeking instructors for our pool of Adjunct Faculty to teach various English composition courses on an as-needed basis for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Semesters. Successful applicants would be assigned to teach 3-credit courses in English Composition I or English Composition II. Classes are held on NECC's Haverhill and/or Lawrence campuses. Seeking instructors for primarily day and evening face-to-face classes, which could include Early College classes. Future possibility of online or hybrid instruction exists and would require successful completion of mandatory training. Adjunct faculty will play a critical role in the teaching and learning process, contributing to student success.

Please note: Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment.

REPORTS TO: Dean of Liberal Arts

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses according to Academic Catalog description and established departmental student learning outcomes.
• Adhere to all NECC policies and MCCC contract requirements, including policies regarding grading, deadlines, evaluation process, syllabus requirements, materials posted on the LMS, and required meetings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English, Writing, or Literature
• Experience teaching in a related academic discipline at the college level
• Experience using technology in instruction and assessment

Preferred Qualifications

• Community College teaching experience
• Experience with online and hybrid teaching and experiential learning
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information

SALARY: $1,512.00/credit - $1,826.00/credit, per credit based on DCE step, per the DCE Contract, non-benefited.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: As needed, based on departmental requirements during the academic year.

Application Instructions

TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

• Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and/or how you may be best suited for the role
• Resume/CV
• Three (3) professional references
• Official transcript(s) will be required at the time of hire.

THIS POOL IS VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027. APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION THEREAFTER.

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