Adjunct Faculty - History of Criticism of Film

Position

Holyoke Community College invites adjunct applications to teach COM 126:
History and Criticism of Film in Fall 2026.

This course offers an introduction to the study and history of film. It explores the ways in which film creates meaning through both technical and stylistic means. Topics include camera work and composition, lighting, sound, editing, storyline, film genres, and basic semiotic analysis. In addition, the course provides an overview of the major movements and representative films that comprise the history of motion pictures.

Students will become familiar with methods of film analysis, cultivate the ability to view films within thematic and historical contexts, and gain an understanding of the cultural and aesthetic contributions of the cinema.

Prerequisite(s):
Eligibility for ENG 101

Adjunct faculty provides a quality learning experience on a semester basis. The faculty member reports to a dean and performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.

The faculty member will distribute and review the course syllabus during the first class meeting and must forward the dean no later than the end of the first week of classes. They will utilize active learning methods and a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist learners. These activities may include cooperative learning, experiential learning, and writing for learning and/or critical thinking initiatives.

The faculty member will remain abreast of ongoing developments in their professional content area(s), arrange for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment, and record and report student data including assessment of performance, such as final grade reports.

The faculty member will support students' learning goals by focusing on outcomes, considering student needs and abilities, familiarizing with academic and social support, accommodating individual differences, maintaining academic integrity, and being available to assist students in achieving their goals.

They may recommend campus services such as library, financial aid, counseling, and supplemental instruction. Adjunct faculty are expected to attend all scheduled classes; if a class must be missed, appropriate procedures must be followed and an alternate assignment provided.

• Master’s Degree in Communication, Film or related area;
• Firm grounding in the subject matter of the course being offered;
• Experience using an online learning management system to support classroom instruction (Canvas preferred);
• Commitment to and demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff & student body.

We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the listed qualifications to provide a written statement that explains how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. This document should be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Schedule: Tuesday + Thursday 11:00am-1:25pm

Compensation: DCE Salary - $1,397.00 Per Credit; no benefits.

Anticipated

Start Date:

Fall 2026

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If accommodations are needed to participate in the application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at .

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B visas.

Holyoke 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 College’s affirming action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.