- Adjunct - Literature for Children & Young Adults

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NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

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Adjunct faculty (3 credits/semester), online teaching position of the Literature for Children & Young Adults course, one component of the Northampton Community College Library Technical Assistant Specialized Diploma, beginning with Spring 2026.

This course provides historical coverage of literature for children and young adults and includes criteria for the evaluation and presentation of books in all genres. The course will cover administration of youth services, specifically planning, collection development and programming. The course will also discuss issues and trends in youth services including diversity, censorship, and technology. Assessment of students learning of both course and program outcomes is required.

Organizational Relationships:

Responsible to the Associate Dean, School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences for performance. Will also work with Program Director, Library Technical Assistant Specialized Diploma.

Qualifications:

MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution. Three (3) years work experience in children and youth public library services. Current knowledge of trends and practices in children and youth public library services and programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous college teaching experience (preferably at the community college/undergraduate level). Online teaching experience using Brightspace, and experience with application of multimedia technologies.

Special Instructions:

If hired, official transcripts will be required from all undergraduate and graduate universities attended, and three (3) state/federal background clearances before a contract is issued. Candidate will be required to complete NCC's online teaching training, prior to teaching.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 10/20/25.

Required Documents:

Cover Letter

Resume

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