Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Microeconomics

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Holyoke Community College invites adjunct applications to teach ECN 102: Introduction to Microeconomics in Fall 2026. The course description for ECN 102: Introduction to Microeconomics is as follows:

An introduction to basic principles, processes, and applications of microeconomics: how a market-based capitalist system determines what products are produced, how they are produced, and the way in which the benefits are distributed. Topics include supply and demand analysis for products and for factors of production; production functions and costs; production and pricing of output within different industry structures; efficiency, equity, international trade, externalities, and public goods. Prerequisite(s): ECN 100 with a grade of C- or higher, or eligibility for MTH 014

Adjunct faculty provides a quality learning experience for Holyoke Community College students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty 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 of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.The adjunct faculty member will distribute and review the course syllabus via the course LMS (Canvas). 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; d) making reasonable provisions to accommodate individual differences; e) maintaining the academic integrity of the college; f) 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 scheduled 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.

Required

• Master’s Degree in Economics or related field;
• 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.

Adjunct Faculty - MCCC Unit Position

Schedule: Tuesday + Thursday 9:30am-10:45am (Fall, 2026 semester)

Compensation: DCE Salary - $1,512.00 Per Credit; no benefits.

Funding: Trust

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.

General Information

Please note that general adjunct postings are for adjunct pools. Positions may or may not be immediately available.

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.