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MassBay Community College

Adjunct- Early College Pathways, Communication

MassBay Community College, Wellesley, Massachusetts, us, 02482

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Adjunct- Early College Pathways, Communication

MassBay Community College

is seeking a part-time Communication faculty member to join the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences and teach a variety of in-person, first-year courses, including Oral Communication, on site at our Early College high school partners at Waltham High School, Framingham High School, and Milford High School. MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to promote their personal growth, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region's economic development. Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college, offering 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, and be committed to the following college-wide goals: fostering a learner-centered environment that reflects best practices, establishing rigorous curricula and relevant programs of study to promote student success, and cultivating a culture of civility, collaboration, inclusion, and respect for individual differences and perspectives. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Teach high school students at 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 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 education generally and 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. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in Communication and/or substantial work experience in communication field; A minimum of two years of relevant, full-time teaching experience, or the equivalent part-time experience; Excellent communication and classroom management skills; Demonstrated ability to use learning management systems 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; Community College, high school, or equivalent teaching experience strongly preferred; Demonstrated ability to work effectively with English language learners and at-opportunity students; Demonstrated ability to design and implement a curriculum that develops the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills of students and to use culturally responsive and inclusive perspectives; Demonstrated ability to use a variety of teaching and assessment strategies to promote and evaluate student learning; Demonstrated interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning. Additional Information: Salary Range:

$1,397.00 - 1,585.00 DCE 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. 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.

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