Adjunct Faculty: Construction and Building Science

Location: Danvers/Lynn, MA

Category: Adjunct

Job Type: Part-time

Posted On: Wed Aug 5 2026

Job Description:

North Shore Community College is seeking a qualified adjunct instructor to teach one or more courses in the Construction and Building Science program. The successful candidate will teach CBS
101 - Introduction to Sustainable Building and Construction Science and/or CBS
103 - Blueprint Reading for the Building Trades. This position supports student learning in construction fundamentals, building systems, sustainability, and technical communication for the building trades.

The adjunct instructor will provide instruction in a student-centered, inclusive, and career-focused learning environment. The ideal candidate will bring current or recent industry experience in construction, architecture, or a related field, along with the ability to connect classroom instruction to real-world building practices.

• Teach courses as assigned. Available courses could include: CBS
  101 and CBS
  103.
• Prepare and deliver engaging classroom instruction aligned with course outcomes.
• Develop syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and course records.
• Support student success through clear communication and professional conduct.
• Incorporate industry standards, sustainable practices, and blueprint interpretation skills into instruction.
• Use instructional technology and design software, including AutoCAD and Revit, when appropriate.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Building Technology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of industry experience in construction, architectural practice, or a related field.
• Knowledge of construction methods, blueprint reading, and/or building science principles.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
• Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or National background check as a condition of employment

• Teaching, tutoring, training, or workforce development experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Familiarity with sustainable building practices and green construction concepts.
• Experience in project-based, hands-on, or applied technical instruction.

North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes 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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