Adjunct Faculty - Early Childhood Education
About The Position
Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves more than 5,000 students annually across its campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts. NECC is recognized as one of the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges and is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The college plays a vital role in strengthening the region through workforce development, expanded access to affordable higher education, and strong partnerships with businesses. NECC employees are united by a shared commitment to expanding access to educational opportunities, supporting students, and preparing graduates for long-term success. The college invests in its people through ongoing professional development, collaborative leadership, and a supportive work environment. For Fall 2026, we are seeking instructors for ECE271, a practicum course taught in Spanish. Responsibilities include teaching the practicum curriculum in person at 45 Franklin Street in Lawrence one evening every other week, as well as conducting daytime practicum site visits and evaluations at students' practicum placement locations throughout the semester. We are additionally seeking instructors to join our Adjunct Faculty pool to teach a variety of Early Childhood Education courses on an as-needed basis. Classes are typically offered at NECC's Haverhill and/or Lawrence campuses during daytime and evening hours, as well as online, face-to-face, and in hybrid formats. Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field
- Prior teaching experience in a related discipline
- Experience using technology in instruction and assessment
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Nice To Haves
- Community College teaching experience
- Experience with online and hybrid teaching and experiential learning
- Experience with Brightspace Learning Management System
- Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned courses according to Academic Catalog description and established departmental student learning outcomes.
- Communicate fluently in Spanish (written and verbal) to effectively instruct, engage with, and support students.
- Adhere to all NECC policies and MCCC contract requirements, including policies regarding grading, deadlines, evaluation process, and syllabus requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
