An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Massasoit Community College takes pride in its long-standing tradition of excellence and its historic mission to welcome all who seek to learn. The College offers more than 60 associate degree and certificate programs across the arts, sciences, applied sciences, healthcare, and technology. In addition, Massasoit provides non-credit workforce development certificates, corporate training opportunities, adult basic education, and personal enrichment courses. Each year, the College welcomes a diverse body of new and returning students, including high school students seeking to earn college credit through dual enrollment partnerships. More than half of Massasoit's students identify as students of color, and more than half are first generation to attend college. Approximately 700 students annually earn an associate degree or certificate, advancing their educational and career goals. Located in Brockton, Massachusetts - a vibrant and diverse city of approximately 105,000 residents - Massasoit's main campus reflects and celebrates the community it serves. The College also operates a campus in Canton, a satellite location in Middleborough, and serves students from more than 45 cities and towns across Southeastern Massachusetts.
Job Description:
This adjunct faculty position requires flexibility to teach a range of HVAC/R courses. Courses can be offered both on-site and off-site from 4:00pm to 9:00pm, with the possibility of weekend courses that run from 8:00am to 4:00pm. The position requires a wide range of professional responsibilities and activities related to supporting student success such as managing a classroom, holding students accountable, and encouraging them with structured opportunities to develop their own proficiency. Successful candidates will be expected to develop fluency with online academic and administrative tools such as CANVAS, BANNER and other systems employed at the college.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Organizing and delivering class objectives in a clear, concise manner. Maintaining an orderly, controlled, and safe environment for our students in classrooms and labs; Ensuring training aids, tools, and equipment are maintained and prepared for use in the classroom and lab. Supervising and holding students accountable while promoting learning, participation, motivation, and professionalism. Testing, evaluating, and communicating performance and progress with students, supervisors, and other departments in a timely and accurate manner. Comfort with technology, both learning and diagnostic a must and willingness to teach with online and hybrid model courses. Meet and communicate with prospective partner companies as needed.
THIS POOL IS VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027. APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION THEREAFTER.
Adjunct Faculty are part-time instructors hired on an as-needed basis. Positions may consist of day, night, or weekend positions and maybe in Brockton, Canton, Middleborough, or any other instructional site.
Please note:
Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic department.
Requirements:
Bachelors required but will consider candidate with associate's degree plus significant experience in HVAC - heat pump and aquaponic technology.
Industry certifications in:
EPA Section 608 Certification, North American Technician Excellence, HVAC Excellence, ASHRAE's Certified HVAC Designer, OSHA Certificate, R-410A Certification, and Manufacturer-Specific Certifications At least three years full or part-time teaching or training experience teaching a variety of HVAC courses, preferably in a community college setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
10 years of work-related experience in HVAC/R, heat pumps, aquaponics, controlled environment systems. Experience in curriculum and course development as well as maintaining curriculum accuracy by keeping up-to-date on the industry. Fluency in using a variety of effective pedagogical strategies to promote student success. An interest and experience in working to develop and manage partnerships with area school districts and employers. A willingness to be involved in activities with the student body and interest in providing opportunities for students to extend learning outside of the classroom. Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills. Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Position Status:
MCCC/MTA/DCE
position
Supervisor:
Dean of STEM Semester :
Academic Year Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
Hours Variable:
Classes typically meet 3 - 5 hours per week.
Salary:
$1,512 per credit (step 1), with additional compensation for courses with a laboratory component, 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.
Worksite:
Assignments will include all Massasoit sites and additional locations as necessary. Deadline to
Apply:
June 30, 2027
Application Instructions:
A cover letter and resume are required, please apply online. Resumes will NOT be considered without an accompanying cover letter.
Please Note :
Faxed, emailed, or mailed in resumes and/or materials will NOT be accepted. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback on application statuses. Please refrain from contacting the hiring manager and/or hiring department via phone, email, fax, mail, third person party or vendor and in person. Failure to comply, may result in application withdrawal. Massasoit 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 Title IX and Compliance Officer, Amee Synnott, 508-588-9100, x1304, Brockton Campus, Administration Building, Room 219, asynnott@massasoit.mass.edu , or the Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities, Student Services and Enrollment Management, Eraj Mashmasarmi, 508-588-9100, x1901, Brockton Campus, Student Center, Room SC208a, emashmasa@massasoit.mass.edu , the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by
