Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning

Job Description

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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.

• 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.

• 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.

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