Adjunct Instructor, English (Multiple Vacancies)

Middlesex Community College (MA); Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 1,924,507 - 2,325,388; Part time

Job summary

Middlesex Community College (MA) seeks an Adjunct Instructor for English courses within the Liberal Arts department. This role involves teaching integrated reading and writing classes, developing innovative pedagogies, and utilizing technology to enhance student learning.

Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in English or a related field and a commitment to inclusive teaching practices. The position is open until filled, and all application materials must be submitted online.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or M.Ed. with a specialization in Reading or Language Arts.
• Classroom teaching of English, reading, college composition or developmental English.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching and use of technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach integrated reading and writing or Composition courses.
• Develop student-centered pedagogies and assessment strategies.
• Engage students of varying learning styles and abilities.

Skills

Commitment to inclusive teaching

Classroom teaching experience

Professional improvement

Education

Master’s degree in English or M.Ed. in Reading/Language Arts

Tools

Blackboard Learning Management System

Microsoft Word

Job description

Title

Adjunct Instructor, English

Unit

DCE Adjunct Faculty

Department

Liberal Arts, English

Reports to

Dean of Liberal Arts

General Summary

This posting is an "Open Pool" position. While there may not be immediate openings, when a position becomes available, the hiring manager will consider applicants from this pool as needed. Middlesex Community College has instituted courses for students who place into developmental, corequisite, Composition 1 and Composition 2 courses. ENG 092: Reading, Writing, & Reasoning is an integrated developmental reading and writing course for students whose reading score is below that required for ENG 101 English Composition I. For those students who reach the ENG 101 eligible reading score but who need support for their writing, a co-requisite model is employed; students enroll in ENG 101 English Composition I and co-enroll in ENG 109 Writing Skills Seminar for an additional 3 credits with the same instructor (ALP). For those unfamiliar with these models, professional development is available.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach one or more sections of integrated reading and writing, co-requisite or standalone Composition 1, or Composition 2;
• Explore new pedagogies that accelerate and contextualize developmental instruction, such as the Reading, Writing and Reasoning (RWR) accelerated learning model and the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP);
• Develop and use student-centered pedagogies;
• Develop and use assessment strategies that maximize the developmental learning process and measure student learning outcomes;
• Develop and apply instructional methods that engage students of varying learning styles and abilities;
• Develop and apply technology in and out of the classroom;
• Use Blackboard Learning Management System to post syllabi, assignments, and grades;
• Participate in the end-of-the-term grading session of a common final assessment.
• Fulfill terms of the faculty contract as set out in the Agreement between the Board of Higher Education and the Massachusetts Community College Council/Massachusetts Teachers Association for the Division of Continuing Education (DCE)

Requirements

• Master’s degree in English, or M.Ed. with a specialization in Reading or Language Arts
• Classroom teaching of English, reading, college composition or developmental English in high school or college
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching, continuous professional improvement, developmental education, inclusive pedagogies and use of technology to support student learning
• Willingness to work collegially with a diverse body of faculty and staff
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the role of the community college in higher education

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of teaching experience in a community college
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Blackboard LMS, and PC

Salary Information

DCE adjunct faculty members are paid in accordance with the DCE salary step schedule which is as follows:

• Step 1 - $1,397 per credit
• Step 2 - $1,487 per credit
• Step 3 - $1,585 per credit
• Step 4 - $1,688 per credit

Location

Lowell or Bedford campus as needed

Expected Start Date

Spring semester 2026

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled

Application Instructions

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Pre-Employment Requirements

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary. Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or [e-mail].