Adjunct Faculty- Legal Studies, Criminal Justice and Government

Position Summary

Mass Bay Community College seeks qualified part‑time instructors for the current and future semesters to teach courses in Law, Criminal Justice, Government, Paralegal Studies, and related fields. Our adjunct instructors hold a master’s degree in a related discipline or a Juris Doctorate and have obtained appropriate certification and/or licensure where applicable. The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community, serve a diverse student population, and is expected to commit to excellence in teaching and learning, collaboration, and professional development.

Adjunct faculty are expected to deliver course materials in a learner‑centered environment, communicate effectively with students, faculty, and administrators, respond within 24 hours, manage grading, provide substantial feedback, and submit clinical evaluations, attendance and grades.

• Prepare syllabi and develop curricula to address course/program requirements and student learning outcomes to meet graduation competencies.
• Use appropriate assessment methods consistently to measure student understanding.
• Maintain excellent communication with students, department, and division staff throughout the semester.
• Engage in professional development activities to maintain excellence in teaching and learning.
• Submit midterm and final grade reports, attendance records, early alerts, and other reports by required due dates.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Dean in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Must have a master’s degree in a related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Community college experience strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of teaching and assessment strategies to promote and evaluate student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to use information technology effectively.
• Proof of full COVID‑19 vaccination status (unless a reasonable accommodation is provided).

• 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.

Salary: $1,397 – $1,585 per credit.

Position Type: DCE‑Adjunct.

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications. Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding and contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.

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.

The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the relevant agencies.