Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning

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About Northern Essex Community College:
 

THE COLLEGE: Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves about 5,000 credit students each semester on two campuses located in the beautiful, historic Merrimack Valley region of northeast Massachusetts.  Our suburban Haverhill campus sits on 106 acres near Kenoza Lake and features a Technology Center and an award-winning Student One-Stop Center.  Our urban campus in Lawrence occupies a number of buildings in the heart of downtown.  Most recently, we have constructed a new 44,000 square foot health technologies facility, the Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center.  Both campuses are a short drive to Boston and to the beaches and state parks along the coast.

The College has been building an organizational culture that values initiative and innovation, and seeks to identify and develop the strengths in students, faculty, staff, and programs in order to grow and improve.  NECC is also committed to using evidence to guide planning and decision-making.  These values are reflected in the use of Appreciative Inquiry for strategic planning and accreditation; in our investment in strengths-based, institution-wide professional development; and in our ten-year involvement as a Leader College in Achieving the Dream, a national network of community colleges dedicated to using data to close student achievement gaps.

We are also committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.  With over 40% Hispanic students, NECC was the first federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in New England.

We seek leaders who are committed to the community college mission, actively engaged in promoting diversity, and prepared to use their unique strengths and innovation with the goal of student success.

Job Description:
 

POSITION: Full-Time Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning (Assistant Director): Center for Adult Education; Lawrence Campus (45 Franklin Street); 37.5 hours per week; Non-Unit Professional Position. This position is grant-funded and is contingent upon the availability of funding. Continuation of the position is dependent on ongoing grant support and may be subject to termination if funding is reduced or discontinued.

SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning at the Center for Adult Education (CAE) plays a pivotal role in fostering high-quality instruction across all programs. This position centers on elevating teaching and learning through thoughtful supervision, embedded professional development, and data-informed instructional leadership. With a strong foundation in adult learning theory and a commitment to educational equity, the Assistant Director supports instructors, builds capacity across the team, and ensures alignment with funder expectations and student needs. They are a collaborative and proactive leader. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator who is passionate about adult learners and committed to continuous improvement in teaching practices, student outcomes, and team culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES:                   

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead all teaching and learning activities across the program, ensuring alignment with instructional goals, standards, and student needs.
• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum development and ensure program alignment with funder and state requirements.
• Model inclusive leadership and promote equitable, culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Foster a collaborative team culture grounded in trust, reflection, and continuous growth-for both staff and self.
• Supervise hiring and onboarding of instructional staff, providing clear expectations, resources, and mentorship.
• Conduct regular classroom visits to offer coaching, observe instruction, and provide strengths-based feedback.
• Lead formal evaluations focused on reflection, growth, and instructional improvement.
• Refer instructors to relevant professional development and facilitate training that supports inclusive, student-centered teaching.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop, adapt, and revise curriculum aligned with standards and student needs.
• Guide the selection and effective use of instructional materials, including textbooks, software, and classroom technology.
• Support assessment practices and help instructors use test results (e.g., MAPT, TABE CLAS-E, CASAS, BEST Plus) to inform instruction.
• Use student data-attendance, performance, outcomes-to evaluate and improve instructional practices.
• Advocate for students and help reduce barriers to access, persistence, and achievement.
• Support the integration of digital literacy, career readiness, and employability skills into instruction.
• Oversee and support advisors and staff to ensure accurate student placement and successful progression through programs.
• Oversee the organization and use of instructional resources to support effective teaching and learning.
• Partner with the Data Specialist to maintain accurate LACES records and meet reporting and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to long-range planning, grant development, and the design of new programming.
• Support outreach efforts that reflect CAE's mission and connect with the wider community and college.
• Stay current with research and best practices in adult education, language learning, and educational equity.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Requirements:
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in instructional leadership, teacher supervision, or program management.
• Strong understanding of adult education instructional methods and programming.
• Familiarity with ESOL and HSE content standards, Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Speakers of Other Languages, Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult Basic Education, and Massachusetts Policies for Effective Adult Education.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and support a diverse instructional team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and remote collaboration tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Education, TESOL, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a DESE-funded adult education program.
• Familiarity with LACES, Banner, and Destiny One systems.
• Experience applying culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices in educational settings.

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.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:
 

SALARY: Anticipated starting salary range is $80,000.00 - $86,000.00 annually with complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits.  Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

Application Instructions:
 

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:

• Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and/or how you may be best suited for the role
• Resume/CV

Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.

**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references, including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)

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