<p>About Berkshire Community College:</p> <p>Built on 180 acres of meadows, orchards, wetlands, and forest only minutes away from downtown Pittsfield, Berkshire Community College reflects the natural and cultural diversity and richness of the Berkshires. Steeped in the New England tradition of compassionate individualism, we value independence, academic freedom, and the readiness to lend a helping hand. We are committed to providing an exceptional education and a wide range of opportunities that meet the diverse needs of our nearly 2000 students and our community through college transfer, workforce and career pathways, partnerships, and lifelong learning. Students and instructors enjoy active learning settings, current classroom technology, a professional recording and video production studio, pool and athletic facilities, a teaching kitchen, ten science labs, a supportive suite of student services, and an additional, interdisciplinary citizen science space, the Berkshire Science Commons.</p> <p>Berkshire Community College encourages evidence-based teaching and helps faculty members avail themselves of many professional development opportunities, from frequent in-house training, and teaching-and-learning workshops to discipline-specific conferences. Within Academic Affairs, we seek to cultivate an atmosphere of collegial and collaborative learning focused on equitable student outcomes and inclusive relationships that promote curiosity and joy. Faculty and staff create innovative programs and opportunities that provide the knowledge and skills for students to thrive as globally minded, engaged community members and perpetual learners to better position students for successful transfer and employability. Therefore, we desire candidates who are student-centered, experienced with integrating high-impact practices within their teaching, skillful in online learning, and recognize that all members of the college community play a part in student learning and success.</p> <p>For additional information about Berkshire County and working at Berkshire Community College, check out our Berkshire Library Guide. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you would like to learn more about Berkshire Community College.</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Berkshire Community College is searching for adjunct faculty to teach the following courses on the BCC campus on Tuesday and Thursday mornings this spring: HSV 280 Group Work and Professional Development and HSV227/257 ACE Field Work Seminar I/II and HSV237/267 ACE Field Work Practicum I/II.</p> <p>Adjuncts in the Humanities, Behavioral, and Social Sciences Division provide classroom instruction to students seeking certificate and associate degrees. The ideal candidate is a collaborative colleague who enjoys sharing their enthusiasm, expertise, and experience in a student-centered learning environment and who appreciates the diversity of the community college population.</p> <p>Applicants should address their experience and qualifications for teaching this course and any others in the Human Services field they may be qualified to teach. Please note, these courses will only be offered on the BCC campus on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.</p> <p>HSV 280 Group and Professional Development:</p> <p>A capstone course synthesizing Human Services program concepts and experiences. The dynamics of groups are taught through readings, discussions, exercises, and games. Students explore group development, leadership styles, and group responsibilities for a better understanding of self, client, and professional roles.</p> <p>Offered on campus, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:45.</p> <p>HSV227/257 ACE Field Work Seminar I/II:</p> <p>A discussion course for human services interns to share field work experiences through case presentations. Students explore organizational structure; agency goals; human service roles; helping philosophies; supervisory, client, and colleague relationships; and professional ethics. Techniques and skills for specific internships are discussed. Permission of instructor required to register.</p> <p>Offered on campus, Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30.</p> <p>HSV237/267 ACE Field Work Practicum I/II:</p> <p>An internship which emphasizes the student's ability to demonstrate the skills and ethical standards of an addiction recovery professional. Student internship tasks will include: agency operations, assessment, intervention, and case planning. Students will spend 12-14 hours a week during the semester for a total of 150 hours at the agency and write case reports which demonstrate case management skills and the ability to record objective behavioral descriptions. Instructor permission required to register.</p> <p>Adjunct faculty members typically teach one or more course sections per semester, being responsible for instructional preparation, content presentation, learning activities, and student assessment. Guidance from experienced faculty members and administrators as well as professional development will be available.</p> <p>Adjunct faculty members are not required to advise students or to hold office hours.</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in Social Work or closely related field. </li><li>Must be available to teach in person. </li><li>Teaching experience preferred. </li><li>Experience with online and hybrid teaching and active learning is appreciated. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>Pay: $1,397/credit - $1,688/credit, based on DCE step, per the DCE Contract, (non-benefited) </li><li>Area of Assignment: Academic Affairs - Humanities, Behavioral and Social Sciences </li><li>Union: DCE </li><li>Anticipated Start Date: 1/20/2026 </li></ul> <p>Pursuant to the Clery Act of 1990 a copy of Berkshire Community College's security report is available on the BCC Website.</p> <p>BCC is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment that values the diverse backgrounds of all people and encourages applications from individuals whose experiences and perspectives model the opportunities and success derived from a college education.</p> <p>Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its education programs or employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to the Director of Compliance and Advocacy, 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201.</p> <p>At this time, Berkshire Community College is not able to offer employment-based visa sponsorship.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>To apply, please send a resume and cover letter that addresses your experience and qualifications for teaching Group Work and Professional Development by visiting the Berkshire Community College Job Board.</p>