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About Holyoke Community College
Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.
Mission:Educate. Inspire. Connect.
Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration
Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.
This position provides instruction in a wide range of mathematics content, including developmental and upper level courses. While there may be opportunities to teach some fully online sections, the majority of the courses will be taught on site.
The Mathematics Department at Holyoke Community College seeks a full-time tenure-track faculty member to bring vision and innovation to our Mathematics Department and to help advance the college’s efforts to ensure equitable outcomes for all HCC students. Candidates should bring a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in their teaching practice. Faculty members participate in department initiatives to better prepare mathematics students for transfer and careers and have an interest in actively engaging with the communities HCC serves. Candidates for this position should demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching in the college environment, as well interest in working collaboratively with colleagues, transfer institutions, and community organizations.
Develop innovative methods for teaching developmental, college and upper level mathematics courses primarily on campus.
Review and update curriculum
Review and experiment with pedagogy as well as evaluate alternative teaching strategies including inquiry-oriented teaching, project-based learning, distance learning and Learning Communities.
Review student placement, standards and means.
Assess student and program learning outcomes.
Incorporate technology in the classroom.
Develop and implement new courses.
Pursue grant opportunities.
Participates in program and degree advising for students suited to students' career and transfer goals.
Actively participates in department, division and professional staff meetings as well as other components of college governance.
Participates in college programs and activities including holding office hours.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Applied Mathematics, or a related field;
Demonstrated interest and ability in the classroom teaching of community college mathematics courses, both developmental and upper level;
Experience using varied pedagogical styles including collaborative and active learning;
ability to use various technology effectively to teach mathematics:
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to engage in professional non-instructional duties such as college committees and advising;
Commitment to and understanding of the community college mission;
Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff & student body,
Core graduate level mathematics courses.
Equivalency Statement: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 with collaborative, inquiry-based, and/or experience in developmental education and distance education;
College teaching experience in mathematics;
Understanding the unique environment of the community college experience;
Use of current open education resources (OER) and graphing technology;
Experience using modern technology and programming such as R or Python, teaching and/or developing statistics and data science curricula;
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Full-Time, Tenure-Track MCCC/MTA Position
Salary: Minimum $57,013.00 - $65,725.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits.
Funding: State.
Start Date: August, 2026.
Additional Details:A teaching demonstration is a required part of the interview process.
In addition to the application, submission of the following documents is required:Letter of interest (Cover Letter). When preparing the cover letter, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
CV/Resume including three references with contact information (email and phone).
A list of graduate mathematics courses.
Your teaching philosophy with a Statement of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
A sample math activity applicable to community college teaching.
Disability Accommodations
Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at (413) 552-2554.
Background Check
Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.
Mission:Educate. Inspire. Connect.
Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration
Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.
This position provides instruction in a wide range of mathematics content, including developmental and upper level courses. While there may be opportunities to teach some fully online sections, the majority of the courses will be taught on site.
The Mathematics Department at Holyoke Community College seeks a full-time tenure-track faculty member to bring vision and innovation to our Mathematics Department and to help advance the college’s efforts to ensure equitable outcomes for all HCC students. Candidates should bring a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in their teaching practice. Faculty members participate in department initiatives to better prepare mathematics students for transfer and careers and have an interest in actively engaging with the communities HCC serves. Candidates for this position should demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching in the college environment, as well interest in working collaboratively with colleagues, transfer institutions, and community organizations.
Develop innovative methods for teaching developmental, college and upper level mathematics courses primarily on campus.
Review and update curriculum
Review and experiment with pedagogy as well as evaluate alternative teaching strategies including inquiry-oriented teaching, project-based learning, distance learning and Learning Communities.
Review student placement, standards and means.
Assess student and program learning outcomes.
Incorporate technology in the classroom.
Develop and implement new courses.
Pursue grant opportunities.
Participates in program and degree advising for students suited to students' career and transfer goals.
Actively participates in department, division and professional staff meetings as well as other components of college governance.
Participates in college programs and activities including holding office hours.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Applied Mathematics, or a related field;
Demonstrated interest and ability in the classroom teaching of community college mathematics courses, both developmental and upper level;
Experience using varied pedagogical styles including collaborative and active learning;
ability to use various technology effectively to teach mathematics:
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to engage in professional non-instructional duties such as college committees and advising;
Commitment to and understanding of the community college mission;
Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff & student body,
Core graduate level mathematics courses.
Equivalency Statement: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 with collaborative, inquiry-based, and/or experience in developmental education and distance education;
College teaching experience in mathematics;
Understanding the unique environment of the community college experience;
Use of current open education resources (OER) and graphing technology;
Experience using modern technology and programming such as R or Python, teaching and/or developing statistics and data science curricula;
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Full-Time, Tenure-Track MCCC/MTA Position
Salary: Minimum $57,013.00 - $65,725.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits.
Funding: State.
Start Date: August, 2026.
Additional Details:A teaching demonstration is a required part of the interview process.
In addition to the application, submission of the following documents is required:Letter of interest (Cover Letter). When preparing the cover letter, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
CV/Resume including three references with contact information (email and phone).
A list of graduate mathematics courses.
Your teaching philosophy with a Statement of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
A sample math activity applicable to community college teaching.
Disability Accommodations
Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at (413) 552-2554.
Background Check
- 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 Visa.
Salary : $57,013 - $65,725