English, Adjunct- Early College Pathways

About the role

MassBay Community College seeks qualified part-time instructors for future semesters to teach Early College and early college-related courses in first-year composition in high schools within our service area, including, but not limited to Framingham, Waltham, and Milford.

Responsibilities

• Teach dual enrollment high school students in area high schools, including Framingham, Waltham, and/or Milford;
• Provide instruction during high school hours of operation when necessary;
• Work in collaboration with MassBay and/or high school faculty and others to prepare syllabi and develop curricula in alignment with the vision and needs of the College, high schools and early college initiatives;
• Meet 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 education generally as well as early college initiatives;
• Utilize the appropriate learning management system for either the College or high school as needed;
• 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 College, high school, and/or early college liaisons consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and college policies, practices, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Community College experience strongly preferred;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse faculty, staff and student body;
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of teaching and assessment strategies to promote and evaluate student learning;
• Demonstrated ability to use information technology effectively.

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;
• Demonstrated commitment to academic standards, student learning, and student support.