What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry position at Holyoke Community College?
Holyoke Community College invites adjunct applications to teach General Chemistry Lecture and/or Laboratory courses (on campus) for Spring, 2026 in the BSTEM Division, under the direction of the Chair of the Department and/or Division Dean.
Adjunct faculty provide a quality learning experience for Holyoke Community College students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty report to a Dean and perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.
Courses: General Chemistry I and/or II.- The adjunct faculty member will distribute and review the course syllabus during the first class meeting. The adjunct faculty shall forward the dean no later than the end of the first (1st) week of classes in each session a course syllabus.
- The adjunct faculty member will utilize active learning methods and use a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting the objectives of the course. Such activities can include, but are not limited to: a.) Cooperative learning. b.) Experiential learning, c.) Writing for learning and/or Critical thinking initiatives.
- The adjunct faculty member will remain abreast of ongoing developments and practices in his/her professional content area(s).
- The adjunct faculty member will arrange for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment in a timely manner necessary to meet course objectives in collaboration with the area dean.
- The adjunct faculty member will be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data including assessment of student performance; including final grade reports.
- The adjunct faculty members will be supportive of students' learning goals by: a.) Focusing on student learning outcomes b.) Taking into account the needs and abilities of the students c.) Becoming familiar with academic and social support.
- Making reasonable provisions to accommodate individual differences.
- Maintaining the academic integrity of the college.
- Making himself/herself available to assist students in achieving their learning goals.
- The faculty member is aware of and recommends campus services to students as needed. These include library services, the library home page on the College site, financial aid, counseling, supplemental instruction, etc.
- Adjunct Faculty are expected to attend all schedule classes. If it is necessary for the adjunct faculty member to miss a class, he/she will follow appropriate procedures by notifying the supervisor or the supervisor's designee and is responsible by providing an alternate assignment.
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related area;
- 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 qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in higher education.
Adjunct Faculty - MCCC Unit Position:
Compensation: DCE $1,397.00 Per Credit; no benefits.Funding: State.
Start Date: Spring, 2026.
Location: HCC Campus; must be available to teach on-campus.