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Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves more than 5,000 students annually across its campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts, conveniently located within easy reach of Boston and the scenic beaches and state parks of New England's coastline. Recognized as one of the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges by NISOD (National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development), NECC's success is driven by a mission-centered culture and a highly engaged workforce. As the first federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution in New England, NECC remains committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects and supports the communities it serves.
Rooted in the Merrimack Valley, NECC plays a vital role in strengthening the region through workforce development, expanded access to affordable higher education, increased degree attainment, and strong partnerships with businesses.
NECC employees are united by a shared commitment expanding access to educational opportunities, supporting students in completing their academic journey in a timely and equitable manner, and preparing graduates for long-term success in the workforce. The college invests in its people through ongoing professional development opportunities, collaborative leadership, and a supportive work environment.
POSITION: Adjunct Faculty - Early Childhood Education: Early Childhood Education Department; Business and Professional Studies Division; Lawrence campus (45 Franklin Street); MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position.
For Fall 2026, we are seeking an instructor for ECE271, Early Childhood Education Practicum 1. This course will be delivered in Spanish and requires in-person instruction on Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm at our Lawrence campus (45 Franklin Street) and daytime availability to complete on-site observations at local early education settings (days/time vary). The faculty member will be required to teach the ECE Practicum 1 content, grade course assignments, complete observations of student teachers in ECE settings, and meet with site supervisors to discuss student progress. The required in-person evening meetings will take place on Mondays at our Lawrence campus on the following dates:
REPORTS TO: Dean of Business and Professional Studies
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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:
SALARY: $1,512.00/credit - $1,826.00/credit, per credit based on DCE step, per the DCE Contract, non-benefited.
ANTICIPATED START DATE: September 1, 2026
TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:
DEADLINE: Open until filled
Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ etrelegan@necc.mass.edu), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: http://www.necc.mass.edu/clery

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