POSITION: Adjunct Faculty - Music: Performing Arts & Communication Department; Liberal Arts Division; Haverhill campus, Haverhill (100 Elliott Street) or Lawrence campuses (45 Franklin Street); MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position
SUMMARY: We are seeking instructors for our pool of Adjunct Faculty to teach various Music courses on an as-needed basis for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Successful applicants would be assigned to teach credit-bearing courses in various Music classes, including applied or ensemble. Classes are held on NECC's Haverhill campus. Seeking instructors for primarily day face-to-face classes. Future possibility of online or hybrid instruction exists and would require successful completion of mandatory training. Adjunct faculty will play a critical role in the teaching and learning process, contributing to student success.
A list of potential courses can be found online in the Course Catalog. Course Descriptions for Music composition courses are available on the NECC website.
Adjunct Faculty will engage in a critical role in the teaching and learning process, contributing to student success.
Please note: Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment.
REPORTS TO: Dean of Liberal Arts
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach assigned courses according to Academic Catalog description and established departmental student learning outcomes.
- Adhere to all NECC policies and MCCC contract requirements, including policies regarding grading, deadlines, evaluation process, syllabus requirements, materials posted on the LMS, and required meetings.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in music or related field
- Experience teaching in a related discipline at the college level
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- College teaching experience.
- Experience as a music professional
- Experience using learning management systems and technology in instruction
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population.
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Northern Essex Community College does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.
- 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).
Additional Information:
SALARY: $1,512.00/credit - $1,826.00/credit, per credit based on DCE step, per the DCE Contract, non-benefited.
ANTICIPATED START DATE: As needed, based on departmental requirements during the academic year.