Employment at Elms College
Elms College is an equal opportunity employer and educator founded in the tradition of the Sisters of St. Joseph. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a pleasant work environment. Job listings can also be viewed on HigherEd Jobs.
Job Openings
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- Adjunct Faculty Position, History
- Half-Time Faculty Position, Psychology
- Assistant Professor of Social Work
- Social Work Adjunct Faculty
- Adjunct Faculty, Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Faculty Positions
Adjunct Faculty Position - History
The Division of Humanities & Fine Arts at Elms College is seeking an adjunct faculty member for fall 2013 to teach the History of Latin America (Mon. 4:15-6:45pm). This course will offer a broad survey of the political, economic, and cultural history of Latin America from the early 1800s to contemporary times.
Qualifications
Minimum of a master's degree in history; experience teaching at the college level strongly preferred. Class time is non-negotiable.
How to Apply
send a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for 3 professional references via email (Word or PDF attachments) to: Dr. Damien Murray murraydamien@elms.edu. Elms College, History Department. Applications accepted until the position is filled.
Faculty Position - Half-Time - Psychology
Elms College is seeking applicants for a half-time, non-tenure track faculty position for its off-site psychology program at Mount Wachusett Community College's (MWCC) Gardner campus. Responsibilities are as follows:
Developing and teaching two courses each academic year.
- Serving as the academic coordinator for the cohort programs in the MWCC Psychology Program on site on Thursdays at other negotiable times
- Assisting Off-Campus Program Coordinators at other sites with new student and new faculty orientations
- Working collaboratively with Division Chairs, Program Directors and the Associate Dean at Elms College in the selection, retention, and evaluation of faculty in off-site programs
- Working collaboratively with the academic advisors and faculty at MWCC
- Maintaining the integrity of the adult-centered cohort model to promote group cohesion and providing the necessary support for students to persist
- Maintaining scheduled office hours onsite and/or online each week while teaching; responding to student issues, as appropriate, when not teaching
- Attending monthly meetings in the Social Science Division on the Elms College campus
- Adhering to policies in the Elms College Faculty Handbook, Employee Handbook, in the Social Science Division, and other related policies, laws, and regulations
- Maintains knowledge of Elms College academic policies and procedures.
- Notifies the Off-Campus Program Coordinator whenever a class will not meet at the scheduled time
Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Master's degree and advanced training in Psychology; Doctoral preparation is preferred. Substantial, documented successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level is required. Student evaluations and recommendations from people familiar with the candidate's teaching will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with some administrative experience in higher education and a track record of student advising and experience developing and teaching online courses. Salary commensurate with experience.
How to Apply
Send a cover letter, resume/CV, unofficial transcript for highest degree, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references via email (as Word or PDF attachments) to: sullivann@elms.edu or by regular mail to Nancy Sullivan, Social Science Division, Elms College, 291 Springfield St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Assistant Professor of Social Work (posted 11/2/12)
Elms College invites applications for position of Assistant Professor of Social Work in the Bachelor's of Social Work program. This is a full-time, nine-month tenure track faculty position in a growing CSWE accredited program that will begin September 1, 2013.
Responsibilities include teaching across the generalist practice curriculum with (including Saturdays); advising students, and participating in committee work in the governance of the college and the social work program. Qualifications: Ph.D. preferred. Minimum of an MSW, teaching experience, and two (2) years post-MSW practice experience are required. Background check will be conducted for this position.
How to Apply
Send a cover letter, resume/CV, unofficial transcript for highest degree, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references via email (as Word or PDF attachments) to: sullivann@elms.edu or by regular mail to Nancy Sullivan, Social Science Division, Elms College, 291 Springfield St., Chicopee, MA 01013. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants who will be at the CSWE APM in Washington, D.C. may contact Mrs. Sullivan to arrange an interview.
Adjunct Faculty - Social Work Multiple Instructional Sites (posted 1/16/13)
Elms College is seeking adjunct faculty for its undergraduate Social Work program at various locations: Springfield, Chicopee, Lee, Gardner, Greenfield, Worcester to teach theoretical and applied coursework in Social Work for our accelerated 8-week courses during the calendar year. On-line and hybrid teaching opportunities.
Click here for a description of the undergraduate curriculum and courses.Online and hybrid teaching opportunities may be available in some of the courses. Adjunct faculty work closely with Program Coordinators and Academic Coordinators at the sites. Classes are held on Saturday mornings and afternoons year round.
Qualifications
MSW in Social Work and two (2) years of successful work experience in the field required. Successful teaching experience, especially at the college level preferred.
How to Apply
Qualified individuals should send a cover letter, resume/C.V. and the contact information for three (3) professional references via email (as Word or PDF attachments) to Jane McCarry: mccarryj@elms.edu.
Inquiries regarding Adjunct Faculty Social Work positions should be directed to:
Maureen Holland, M.S.W., Director of Social Work Program
Elms College
Phone: 413-265- 2305
E-mail: hollandm@elms.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
Looking for an Adjunct Instructor Opportunity at Elms College?
If you are interested in a possible adjunct instructor position, please forward your resume and a letter of interest to the chair of the academic division in which you would like to teach.
Click here for a listing of the academic divisions.
Assistant Coach, Athletics
The Athletics Department accepts applications on an ongoing basis for Assistant Coach positions. If you would like to be considered for any future opportunities for a part-time, seasonal Assistant Coach position, please forward your resume and a letter of interest to Peter Krasny, Athletic Director via email (as Word or PDF attachments) to krasnyp@elms.edu