Early College Instructors - Framingham State University

Job Description:

Early College allows high school students to take college credit bearing courses as part of a holistic support model. It is a program supported by the State's Equity Agenda to help level the playing field for underserved students by helping to instill the confidence and competence to succeed in career and college. We do this through early on-ramps and recruitment, scaffolded academics, wraparound supports, and co-curricular learning opportunities. The data shows that Early College is a game changer. Be a part of that change. Come work with us!

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Teach college courses that are part of the College Planning Collaborative Early College programs in one or more of the following areas:

• Oral Communication

• Latin American Art

• Exercise Science

• Food Science

• Reading Literature

• American Sign Language

• Education

• Financial Literacy

• Quantitative Reasoning

• Introduction to Psychology

• Principles of Marketing

• Introduction to Sociology

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

All Early College instructors receive an Orientation and ongoing support and have a Teaching Assistant or a High School Teacher assigned to their class.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Courses are taught in person, on one of three public high school campuses (Framingham, Milford or Waltham) so flexibility with travel and schedule is mandatory.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of prior college teaching experience required

• Interest in teaching, mentoring, and supporting high school students from underserved groups essentially

• Flexibility and nimbleness

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Spanish or Portuguese bilingual speaker

Additional Information:

Early college instructors are hired as adjunct faculty through the Division of Graduate and Continuing Education. The scheduled hours and pay rates vary.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter addressing teaching philosophy and any areas of specialization/expertise,
• CV/Resume,
• Names and contact information for three professional or academic references (references are not contacted automatically upon submission of application).

Applicants must select the discipline(s) that you are applying for through the provided questions in the online application process.

For full consideration, application materials must be received by May 3, 2024. However, applications may continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or humanresources@framingham.edu.