About the position
Adjunct or part time teaching assignments include in person, online, hybrid, or video conferencing formats not only on all Massasoit's campuses/sites, but also in local high schools or as part of our on campus early college courses. We are currently looking for predominantly in person faculty. Professors work collaboratively to create a learner centered environment focused on student learning and success. Teaching approaches are expected to include active and collaborative techniques and real-world applications. Adjunct faculty, who choose, may involve themselves in other aspects of campus life such as: coaching and mentoring students, participating on committees, attending department meetings, professional development seminars and college convocations, and working on various projects.
Responsibilities
• Create a community of learners
• Plan and implement active and collaborative learning and assessment
• Prepare course syllabi that meet all contractual requirements.
• Schedule classes to meet for the allotted time on every scheduled meeting day during the semester.
• Employ effective instructional strategies that promote student learning.
• Use appropriate assessment tools to accurately measure student understanding of class subject matter.
• Monitor email communications from students and the college, and respond in a timely manner.
• Maintain student records of attendance, participation, grades, etc.
• Meet all deadlines for submission of grades, student participation reports, student grievance responses and other administrative documentation.
• Work collaboratively with divisional staff
Requirements
• Master's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, or closely aligned field, or a Master's degree with an appropriate level of experience and training.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience with and understanding of the community college environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Capable of maintaining academic standards with empathy and honesty.
• Knowledge of and experience using effective pedagogical strategies.
Benefits
• Salary: \$1,512.00 per credit, consistent with the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement. If hired for the position mid-semester, the salary will be pro-rated based on the number of weeks left in the semester.