English Faculty Member (3 Openings) at Holyoke Community College, MA
Holyoke Community College, MA · Holyoke, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Holyoke
About the Department
The HCC English department serves the needs of the entire student body in teaching the core composition classes required for all degree programs. Our student body includes first-generation college students, English language learners, people with disabilities, and non-traditional-aged students. Many of our students are preparing to apply for transfer to selective colleges and local area colleges, while others are in certificate programs. We offer 200-level classes for English majors and other interested students and supportive developmental classes for those who are not yet ready for college-level work. The English department has also been continuously active in HCC’s well-regarded Integrative Learning Program, collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to offer Learning Communities, Honors classes, and Community-Based Learning courses.
We are seeking candidates with strong generalist skills and enthusiasm for teaching a range of classes that may include college-level composition, developmental composition, and various literature classes as determined by their interests and the department’s needs. Given the challenges we have seen since the pandemic, incoming faculty should be comfortable working with developmental-level students in college-level courses as well as developmental courses. Candidates should also expect to support students with non-academic and First-Year Experience needs since we regularly teach first-semester and first-generation students. English faculty members require a flexible mindset as we adjust methods of assessment and pedagogy in response to the advent of Artificial Intelligence and engage in other departmental assessment activities.
As part of the college’s efforts to ensure equitable outcomes for all HCC students, candidates must bring a demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in their teaching practice, as well as a record of excellence in college-level instruction. In addition to teaching experience, candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to student-centered advising and an interest in actively engaging with the communities HCC serves.
Although hybrid and online teaching options may be available, this position will require a substantial amount of in-person, on-campus work with students, faculty, and the HCC community.
Position Duties
- Teach foundational writing courses, as well as literature electives and developmental courses based upon the department’s needs.
- Provide meaningful feedback and academic support to help students build confidence and competence in reading, writing, and critical thinking.
- Develop inclusive and student-centered teaching methods that support students with varied educational backgrounds and learning needs.
- Participate in professional development to maintain currency in the field of composition, including techniques in culturally relevant pedagogy, trauma-informed pedagogy, universal design for learning, and artificial intelligence developments.
- Collaborate with HCC colleagues and staff to develop integrative and interdisciplinary learning courses, including Honors classes, Learning Communities, and Community-Based Learning courses.
- Collaborate with colleagues in course, program, and general education assessment to improve best practices in teaching our varied student population.
- Participate in departmental service by cycling through roles such as curriculum. coordinator or department chair or by participating in college-wide initiatives regarding student success, retention, and equity.
- Provide academic advising suited to students’ career and transfer goals.
- Meet with and assist students during office hours.
- Participate in shared governance committees, as well as other committees, task forces, and sub-committees as required by the MCCC contract.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in English or related field completed by January, 2026.
- Minimum two (2) years of teaching composition at the community college level or first-year level.
- Demonstrated commitment to ensuring equitable outcomes and developing fully inclusive practices.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
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:
- Background in literature studies or composition/rhetoric studies.
- Experience working with, or other demonstrated commitment to serving developmental-level students.
- Experience in or significant familiarity with universal design for learning., trauma-informed pedagogy, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems and willingness to learn new software.
- Experience with assessment (course or program-level).
Other Qualifications
Full-Time, Tenure-Track MCCC/MTA Position:
Salary: Minimum $57,013 - $65,725. 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.
- Letter of interest.
- CV including three references with contact information.
- Statement of teaching philosophy.
- Sample syllabus for one of the following courses: College Composition I, English 101.
