Adjunct Faculty – Introductory Computers and Technology Courses

Massachusetts Bay Community College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 1,924,507 - 2,183,496; Part time

Job summary

Massachusetts Bay Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member in Computer Science to join their educational community. This role involves developing and teaching courses while engaging a diverse student population.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate excellence in teaching. Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, grading, and maintaining communication with students.

Salary range is $1,397 - $1,585 per credit, and the position is classified as DCE-Adjunct.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as computer science and information technology.
• Teaching experience in beginning and intermediate level computer networking.
• Experience teaching online or remote courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare syllabi and develop curricula for courses.
• Submit midterm and final grade reports and attendance records.
• Engage in professional development activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of computer science

Ability to engage diverse students

Education

Master’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Cisco WebEx

ZOOM

Google Classroom

Job description

Department: Dean of Science and Engineering

Location: Wellesley Hills/Framingham

Massachusetts Bay Community College offers associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses in Wellesley 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. The candidate is expected to commit to excellence in teaching and learning, collaboration, and professional development. Adjunct faculty are expected to deliver course materials in a learner-centered environment conducive to engaging students in the learning process. The faculty member in this position communicates consistently and effectively with students, faculty and administrators, and responds to communications within a 24‑hour period. The faculty is responsible for managing this course through timely grading of assignments, providing substantial student feedback, and submission of clinical evaluations, attendance, and grades.

Massachusetts Bay Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Computer Science. Responsibilities will include developing and teaching courses in the areas of computer science, and demonstrating an ability to engage, mentor, and work with diverse student populations. The candidate will be comfortable offering hands‑on laboratory courses by implementing active learning strategies using current computer technologies, software, and tools. The candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, collaboration, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Prepare syllabi and develop curricula to address course/program requirements and student learning outcomes to meet graduation competencies as appropriate.
• Engage in professional development activities to maintain excellence in teaching and learning.
• Submit 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.

This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in a relevant field such as computer science and information technology.

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.
• A Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field.
• Teaching experience in beginning and intermediate level computer networking.
• Experience teaching online or remote courses using tools like Cisco WebEx, ZOOM, Google Classroom, etc.

Additional Information

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

Position Type: DCE-Adjunct

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