Jobs in Acushnet Massachusetts

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor - Department of Education

The Department of Education in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor. This position will focus primarily on the Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) and the Education Leadership and Policy Studies Doctoral (EdD) programs. The position start date is September 1, 2026.

This distinctive position is designed for an accomplished educational leader who brings significant field experience in K-12 educational administration and a demonstrated commitment to bridging the gap between educational leadership theory and practice. The successful candidate will leverage substantial administrative expertise to prepare the next generation of educational leaders while maintaining vital connections between the university and the regional K-12 educational community.

The appointment level will be made commensurate with experience. This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track position with primary responsibilities for graduate instruction in educational leadership, including advising doctoral students, fostering K-12 partnerships, undergraduate advising, and university service. Initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of renewal and promotion.

The College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Education value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek a teaching faculty member who brings authentic leadership experience, values working in a collegial, collaborative environment, and is guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. The ideal candidate will embrace our commitment to student success and will support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environment.

This position offers a unique opportunity to translate extensive field experience in educational leadership into transformative graduate education. The successful candidate will connect the university and the K-12 educational community, bringing current, real-world perspectives to classroom instruction while maintaining active engagement with regional school districts and educational organizations.

The successful candidate will be an engaging and effective educator with a strong commitment to student learning and success, The successful candidate will also have substantial professional experience in educational leadership roles. Responsibilities include:

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• Teaching educational leadership courses at the graduate (EdD and MAT) and undergraduate levels, with particular emphasis on courses such as Transformative Educational Leadership, Classroom Interactions, and related curriculum
  
• Mentoring EdD students through all phases of their doctoral program, including dissertation advising, drawing on practical leadership experience
  
• Developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with K-12 school districts, administrators, and educational organizations throughout the region
  
• Supporting student recruitment and program development initiatives
  
• Implementing inclusive and evidence-based teaching and learning approaches informed by field experience to ensure the academic success of a diverse student population
  
• Collaborating with faculty to develop curriculum that reflects current leadership practices and challenges in K-12 education
  
• Providing academic advising to graduate and undergraduate students
  
• Conducting program-level assessment, including data collection and analysis of programmatic data for continuous improvement and accreditation
  
• Participating in university service activities, including committee work
  
• Serving as liaison between the university and the K-12 educational community
  

Candidates must have:

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• Earned a doctoral degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or closely related field. The degree must be conferred by September 1, 2026.
  
• A minimum of five years of administrative leadership experience in K-12 education
  
• Experience teaching at the college level and/or substantial experience in professional development and adult learning
  
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  
• A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student success
  
• Authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
  

The ideal candidate will possess a distinguished record of leadership in K-12 education and a commitment to preparing future educational leaders. Specifically, we seek candidates with:

Leadership Experience in K-12 Education:

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• Significant administrative experience as a superintendent, assistant superintendent, principal, assistant principal, or equivalent district-level leadership position
  
• Documented success in leading organizational change and improvement initiatives in K-12 settings
  
• Experience serving in leadership roles in diverse, urban, or high-needs school districts
  
• Track record of building and sustaining collaborative partnerships with multiple stakeholders including school committees, municipalities, community organizations, and families
  
• Experience with strategic planning, budget development and oversight, policy implementation, and personnel management in educational settings
  
• Demonstrated leadership in curriculum development, instructional improvement, and teacher evaluation systems
  
• Experience with school accreditation processes, state compliance requirements, and educational policy implementation
  

K-12 and Higher Education Partnership Development:

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• Proven track record in developing memoranda of understanding (MOUs) and formal partnership agreements between educational institutions
  
• Experience coordinating field placement programs, internships, or residency programs for aspiring educators or leaders
  
• Background in collaborative grant writing or securing external funding for educational initiatives
  
• Established professional network within the Massachusetts K-12 educational community, particularly in the Southcoast region
  

Additional Qualities:

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• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to innovate in response to evolving needs in educational leadership preparation
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and credibility with diverse stakeholders
  
• Commitment to student success, program excellence, and continuous improvement
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a faculty team to achieve shared educational goals
  
• Passion for developing the next generation of educational leaders who will serve diverse student populations
  

UMass Dartmouth is located in the beautiful ocean side community of Dartmouth, about an hour south of Boston, half-hour east of Providence, and half-hour west of Cape Cod. It offers a world class education to undergraduate and graduate students each year in over 40 undergraduate and 23 graduate programs offered by the College of Engineering, College of Nursing, Charlton College of Business, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Visual and Performing Arts, School of Law and School for Marine Science and Technology.

UMass Dartmouth has transformed the lives of 40,000 alumni and distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research. and the institution serves as a catalyst for the development of educators and educational leaders along the south coast and beyond.

SALARY:

Assistant Teaching Professor - $70,000.00-$75,000.00

Associate Teaching Professor - $76,000-$79,450

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

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• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

UMass Dartmouth is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Title IX Employer.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit electronically:

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• A letter of interest that specifically addresses how your leadership experience in K-12 education prepares you for this Professor of the Practice role
  
• Detailed curriculum vitae highlighting administrative leadership positions and accomplishments
  
• A concise statement on teaching philosophy that articulates how you will bridge theory and practice in preparing future educational leaders
  
• Contact information for at least three professional references, preferably including individuals who can speak to both your leadership experience and teaching capabilities
  

Employment is contingent upon verification of background/credentials and work authorization.

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

TITLE: Program Coordinator for Upward Bound Program

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

DEPARTMENT: Upward Bound

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: ESU, Cat. 13

EEO STATUS: 3.2

JOB CODE: 014

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Upward Bound

SUPERVISES: Part time /temporary non benefited staff, and students during the academic year and summer component and all academic and non academic student activities in the absence of the director.

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: Grant -Funded Integral position for a U.S. Department of Education funded Upward Bound Program Trio grant. This position is contingent upon grant funding. Develops implements and coordinates a student assessment system and plan of action to strengthen the students' academic skills, particularly in the areas of weakness identified through the assessment system. Evaluates all students periodically and documents their progress (using individual educational plans, IEP's) and maintains systematic records and produces reports on the program's academic support and instructional activities (both summer and academic year components). The Upward Bound Program works individually and in groups with educationally, economically and/or socially disadvantaged high school students to equip them with the skills and motivation necessary to successfully complete high school and be accepted into a post-secondary institution of higher education.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Plans and implements academic tutoring and mentoring to meet the individual needs of the program's students for the academic year component.
  
• Trains and supervises six- eight part-time tutor/mentors and one part time Master Tutor
  
• Completes required program evaluations and submits them to the Upward Bound Office at the close of each school quarterly marking period.
  
• Reports quarterly on programmatic developments and curricula design.
  
• Travels between satellite programs at area schools and attends Saturday sessions.
  
• Conducts home visits and participates in parental conferences at the request of the Director
  
• Acts as liaison between UMass Dartmouth and area high schools.
  
• Assists seniors and parents in completing all forms necessary for college admissions and financial aid.
  
• Tracks students' post-secondary persistence rates.
  
• Develops academic programs for Saturday sessions in consultations with teachers and Director.
  
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree with demonstrated experience in fields related to the objectives of the project
and experience in similar projects.

EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated effectiveness in an educational setting working with minority students from disadvantaged backgrounds as described. Demonstrated sensitivity working with students from diverse backgrounds. Experience supervising others.

OTHER: Compassionate person capable of dealing successfully with teenage students in an understanding, firm, yet fair manner. Must have own transportation to travel between campus and high school sites.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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• Knowledge of the service area public school system in regard to placement, continuation and successful completion.
  
• Master's degree.
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Ability to realize the educational and emotional needs of students.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to relate exceptionally well to students of diverse backgrounds, including staff members.
  
• Flexibility and sensitivity to the needs of students from non-traditional backgrounds
  
• Willingness to travel
  
• Ability to maintain a system of communication between Program office, Program staff, tutor/mentors individual students and the peer leaders.
  

NOTE: Other job related duties and responsibilities may be assigned and/or the job description changed periodically to reflect changing organization needs.

SALARY: $57,791.00-$72,238.97

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 
  
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for ESU Union: ESU

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The deadline for early consideration of internal ESU applicants is February 3, 2026.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Department of Adult Nursing

Part-Time Lecturer Positions

The Department of Adult Nursing invites applications for Part-time Lecturer (PTL) opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Opportunities are available for clinical and didactic assignments. Part-time faculty are expected to engage in course-based continuous quality improvement/assessment per college processes and be committed to rapid pedagogical and other academic process changes as driven by environmental conditions.

Undergraduate Level Teaching:

Opportunities primarily include clinical agency, clinical skills laboratory, and/or simulation instruction in the pre-licensure and accelerated BS Adult Health clinical courses. Didactic teaching opportunities are periodically available.

Requirements:

Preferred individuals for clinical education assignments will have a Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program, recent clinical practice experience, and clinical education experience in higher education or a healthcare institution with a focus on Adult Health or Medical-Surgical Nursing. Individuals with a Bachelor's degree in nursing must matriculate into a Master's Program within 1 year or obtain NLN Clinical Nurse Educator certification within one year to be considered for hire per the Massachusetts regulation.

Individuals for didactic assignments will have a graduate degree in Nursing from an accredited program and recent relevant practice experience with a focus on Adult Health or Medical-Surgical Nursing. Preferred individuals will have teaching experience in higher education or a healthcare institution.

Graduate Level Teaching:

Individuals will have the appropriate level graduate degree in nursing from an accredited program, as required for the teaching assignment. Individuals will have teaching experience in higher education or a healthcare institution and recent practice experience relevant to the teaching assignment.

All individuals will have an active RN license in Massachusetts or eligibility for RN licensure in MA.

Additional Information:

One of five colleges at the university, The College of Nursing and Health Sciences has an enrollment of over 700 nursing students, including traditional, accelerated, and RN-BS undergraduates as well as graduate students in Master's, DNP, and PhD programs. All programs are fully accredited by the CCNE through 2026.

Instructions

Please submit a letter of interest, current resume, and the contact information for three professional references.

Individuals must be authorized for employment in the U.S. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

This campaign emphasizes ongoing opportunities and invites qualified individuals to express their interest in working as a part-time lecturer at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, rather than seeking applications for a specific position. Your information will be reviewed, and if your skillset and qualifications align, you will be contacted and invited to apply to positions as they become available.

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Departments of Community Health and Adult Health Nursing

Online Part-Time Lecturers

The Nursing Departments invite dedicated and experienced faculty who are interested in Online Part-time Lecturer (PTL) opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate levels for didactic and practicum assignments. Online Part-time faculty are expected to teach in an asynchronous online format through our learning management system (LMS), engage in course-based continuous quality improvement/assessment per college processes, and be committed to rapid pedagogical and other academic process changes. Up-to-date vaccinations may be necessary as driven by environmental and practice conditions.

Opportunities for Undergraduate and Graduate Level Teaching

Opportunities primarily include didactic teaching in the RN-BSN, Accelerated BSN, MS (Nursing Education & Global Health Tracks), and DNP Tracks. Opportunities for practicum teaching may also be available.

Educational Requirements - Undergraduate-Level Teaching

Individuals will have a minimum of a master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution and clinical practice experience as required for the teaching assignment.

Educational Requirements - Graduate-Level Teaching

Individuals will have the appropriate level graduate degree in nursing or related field, from an accredited institution, and clinical practice experience as required for the teaching assignment. If terminal degree is in related field, then a master's degree in nursing is required.

Minimum Teaching Qualifications and Competencies

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• Minimum of two years full-time or more online asynchronous teaching experience in higher education [or the equivalent part-time teaching experience].
  
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas or Blackboard.
  
• Proficiency with multimedia tools and educational technologies.
  
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and manage course and time effectively.
  
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
  

All individuals will have an active RN license in Massachusetts per the Massachusetts Board of Nursing Registration.

Preferred Teaching Qualifications & Competencies

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• National Certification in Online Learning, for example Quality Matters, Online Learning Consortium or Sloan
  

OR

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• Certification in online teaching or e-learning delivered through a learning management system (LMS).
  

Key Responsibilities

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• The instructor will be responsible for delivering online course content, engaging with students through our LMS, and providing timely feedback and support
  
• Facilitate best practices in student learning and engagement through effective responsive communication, discussion forums, generating multimedia content, and interactive assignments.
  
• Utilize the LMS to manage course administration, including course material updates, organizing and administering course exams and reviews, managing course grades, and tracking student participation.
  
• Monitor and assess student progress, provide constructive feedback and support, and promote positive learning experiences.
  
• Maintain appropriate communication channels and participate in course meetings with the program leadership and faculty team.
  
• Participate in professional development opportunities and stay updated with the latest and best practices in online education.
  

Additional Information

One of five colleges at the university, The College of Nursing and Health Sciences has an enrollment of over 700 nursing students, including traditional, accelerated, and RN-BS undergraduates as well as graduate students in Master's, DNP, and PhD programs. All programs are fully accredited by the CCNE through 2026.

Instructions

Please submit a letter of interest, current resume, and the contact information for three professional references.

Individuals must be authorized for employment in the U.S. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

This campaign emphasizes ongoing opportunities and invites qualified individuals to express their interest in working as a part-time lecturer at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, rather than seeking applications for a specific position. Your information will be reviewed, and if your skillset and qualifications align, you will be contacted and invited to apply to positions as they become available.

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Head Coach for Women's Flag Football / Assistant Football Coach

DIVISION: Administration & Facilities

DEPARTMENT: Athletics and Recreation

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: ESU, CAT. 14

JOB CODE: DA8880 FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Head Coach Football/Alumni & Family Engagement Coordinator

SUPERVISES: Exercises direct supervision of 1-3 part-time Assistant Coaches and student employees.

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Head Coach for Women's Flag Football provides leadership, direction, and operational management for all aspects of the University's Women's Flag Football program, including practice and competition oversight, studentathlete recruitment and retention, budget preparation and management, supervision and mentoring of assistant coaches, studentathlete development, competition scheduling, team travel coordination, and alumni and family engagement. The position also fulfills secondary responsibilities as an Assistant Football Coach, supporting the planning, instruction, recruiting, and daily operations of the Football program.

In carrying out these responsibilities, the incumbent follows the University's best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Women's Flag Football Coaching & Program Management

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• Performs all the duties associated with managing and serving as the Head Coach of women's flag football, including but not limited to managing practices and competitions, team recruitment and retention, budget management (e.g., equipment, recruiting, personnel), supervision and mentoring of assistant coaches, mentoring student-athletes, competition schedule development, transportation and meals for away contests, alumni and family engagement
  
• Ensures compliance with NCAA, Conference, and institutional policies and procedures, including the NCAA Principals of Ethical Conduct, and demonstrates professionalism on and off the field
  
• Reinforces the priorities health and safety through attention to the NCAA acclimatization rules, NCAA Sports Sciences Institute consensus statements, National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletics Equipment (NOCSAE) protective equipment standards, institutional policies and procedures, and best practices in collaboration with the Sports Medicine team
  
• Collaborates with department and campus partners to support team publicity. statistics, health and injury reporting, equipment management, and the upkeep of sport and locker room facilities
  
• Assists with evaluating, selecting, and ordering program equipment
  

Football Assistant Coaching & Program Support

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• Serves as the assistant coach for football, supporting the overall direction and daily operations of the program
  
• Assists in the planning, organization, and supervision of practices, meetings, and other football-related activities
  
• Coaches a designated position group, providing skill development, feedback, and performance evaluation
  
• Manages an assigned recruiting area including coordinating off-campus evaluations, on-campus visits, and ongoing communication with prospective student athletes
  
• Supports film breakdown, scouting report preparation, and practice/game planning
  
• Assist with team travel logistics, equipment coordination, and student-athlete development initiatives
  
• Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned and/or the job description changed periodically to reflect changing organization needs
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree

EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated (3 years) collegiate playing and/or coaching experience in football

Demonstrated (3 years) experience recruiting and retaining student-athletes

OTHER:

Regular travel to off-campus locations

Must be available to respond to situations that arise during holidays, weekends, or evenings

Possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record. Driver's license must remain valid throughout the duration of employment in the position.

Successfully completes required annual NCAA Division III rules testing, maintains relevant certifications, and fulfills assigned training requirements CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree

Head coaching experience at the NCAA Division III level

Previous experience in athletic administration at the collegiate level

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply and instruct sport-specific skills, techniques, and strategies
  
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic success of student-athletes
  
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere
  
• Success leading and managing a team of professionals
  
• Strong commitment to the NCAA Division III philosophy
  
• Ability to counsel, recruit and retain quality student-athletes
  
• Understanding of technology including video breakdown, recruiting software, etc.
  
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to work with a diverse population
  
• Knowledge of and ability to implement University and NCAA policies and procedures
  
• Ability to engage alumni effectively and cultivate meaningful relationships that support fundraising initiatives
  
• Ability to cultivate and sustain positive, collaborative relationships with University and community partners
  

SALARY: $63,389.00 - $79,236.49.

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 
  
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for ESU Union: ESU

Applicants must be authorized for full-time employment in the U.S. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The deadline for first consideration of internal ESU applicants is March 4, 2026.

The projected start date for this position is on or after April 27, 2026.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Assistant/Associate Professor Tenure-Track

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Community Nursing Department invites applications for full-time faculty positions for the Tenure Track. We seek individuals deeply committed to community-engaged research and practice in one or more of the following specialty areas: maternity and women's health; pediatrics, family health; community and population health; and mental health nursing. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in global public health, social determinants of health, community-based management of populations with chronic illness; informatics, social justice, health equity and/or health disparities, and a demonstrated passion for improving health equity in underserved communities

Prospective faculty must be committed to rapid pedagogical, academic, and employment changes as driven by environmental conditions. These are on-site positions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants will have an earned research doctorate in Nursing [PhD] or related field or its equivalent, a Master's in Nursing degree or its equivalent, and RN license in Massachusetts or eligibility for licensure. Applicants must have a successful record of teaching with the ability to sustain their program of funded research, secure external funding, and participate in community outreach. Although not limited to these areas, applicants with a program of research or scholarship in global public health, social determinants of health, community-based management of populations with chronic illness, informatics social justice, health equity and health disparities, community engaged or participatory approaches are encouraged to apply. Based on qualifications, faculty teach across all program levels. Additional responsibilities include student advisement and service.
PhD candidates will be considered. However, the applicant's PhD degree must be conferred by August 1 prior to the September start date. A letter from the applicant's faculty advisor confirming anticipated degree conferral date must be submitted with application materials.

Preferred Qualifications:
The preferred applicant will have completed post-doctoral research training and also have advanced specialty certification in their area of expertise.

SALARY: $97,000 - $104,000

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences has three departments, Adult Nursing, Community Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science. Nursing has a total of 34 full-time faculty members and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in two Departments-Adult Nursing and Community Nursing. The undergraduate degree program has approximately 550 baccalaureate students enrolled in the prelicensure traditional and accelerated, and RN to BS tracks. The College also offers graduate nursing programs at the MS, DNP, and PhD level, with approximately 110 students enrolled across the graduate programs. Nursing is committed to building scholarship in the areas of chronic illness, nursing education, and global population health. Nursing has a long-standing teaching and research collaboration with the College of Engineering. Nursing also has a growing portfolio of international collaborations and offers unique clinical experiences through these collaborations. Programs are fully accredited by CCNE.

For more information about the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, please go to: CNHS/

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 
  
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

To apply please submit a letter of interest, current CV, and the contact information for three professional references. In the letter, please indicate how you learned of this position.

The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis

Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Community Nursing Department invites applications for full-time Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor faculty, non-tenure track. The Community Department includes the specialty areas of maternity and women's health; pediatric and family health; community and population health; and mental health nursing. Applicants in these specialty areas or individuals with expertise in global public health, social determinants of health, community-based management of populations with chronic illness; informatics, social justice, health equity and health disparities, community engaged or participatory approaches are encouraged to apply.

Prospective faculty must be committed to rapid pedagogical, academic, and employment changes as driven by environmental conditions. These are on-site, non-tenure positions.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

The applicant will have an earned clinical doctorate in Nursing (DNP) or research doctorate in Nursing (PhD) or its equivalent with clinical specialization in one of the following areas maternity and women's health; pediatric and family health; community/population health; or informatics and data science; 3 or more years of clinical practice experience; and 1 or more years of teaching experience or its equivalent. Based on qualifications, faculty teach across all program levels. Additional responsibilities include student advisement, professional scholarship, and service.

A RN license in Massachusetts or eligibility for licensure is required.

Doctoral candidates (DNP or PhD) will be considered. However, the applicant's doctoral degree must be conferred by August 1 prior to the September start date. A letter from the applicant's faculty advisor confirming anticipated degree conferral date must be submitted with application materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have 3 or more years of clinical practice experience; and 3 or more years of teaching experience or its equivalent.

The applicant will have a clinical doctorate in Nursing (DNP) or a research doctorate in Nursing (PhD) with clinical specialization in one of the following areas maternity and women's health; pediatric and family health; community/population health, or informatics and data science; 5 or more years of clinical practice experience; 5 or more years of teaching experience or its equivalent. Based on qualifications, faculty teach across all program levels. Additional responsibilities include student advisement, professional scholarship, and service.

The preferred applicant will have an established scholarship agenda and/or established leadership role(s) in professional organizations.

SALARY: $90,000-95,000

Additional Information about Nursing in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences:

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences has three departments, Adult Nursing, Community Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science. Nursing has a total of 34 full-time faculty members and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in two Departments-Adult Nursing and Community Nursing. The undergraduate degree program has approximately 550 baccalaureate students enrolled in the prelicensure traditional and accelerated, and RN to BS tracks. The College also offers graduate nursing programs at the MS, DNP, and PhD level, with approximately 110 students enrolled across the graduate programs. Nursing is committed to building scholarship in the areas of chronic illness, nursing education, and global population health. Nursing has a long-standing teaching and research collaboration with the College of Engineering. Nursing also has a growing portfolio of international collaborations and offers unique clinical experiences through these collaborations. Programs are fully accredited by CCNE.

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 
  
• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current CV and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Part-time ESOL Instructor

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

DEPARTMENT: Workers' Education Program

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: none

STATUS: Exempt/ Grant-funded

REPORTS TO: Director of Workers' Education Program.

SUPERVISES: N/A

SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Evenings, Mon - Thur. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

SALARY: $30.00/hr.

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The ESOL Instructor provides group instruction to adult learners. Instructors are required to create lesson plans and align the curriculum with the Adult Basic Education Curriculum Framework for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). The ESOL Instructor must maintain appropriate student records, conduct goal setting activities, facilitate activities to achieve students' goals, and document student outcomes. The ESOL Instructor is expected to provide academic advising to students and assist students with transitioning to next steps in their academic and/or career experience.

The contract period is through June 30, 2026, with possible renewal, September 1, 2026, thru June 30, 2027.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Teach one evening class of 6 hrs to WEP students.
  
• Select and develop appropriate materials for class use.
  
• Create lesson plans and align curriculum with Curriculum Framework for ESOL.
  
• Maintain appropriate student records (e.g. attendance, goals, outcomes, assessments, contact notes, exit information).
  
• Conduct goal setting activities, facilitate activities designed to achieve students' goals, and document student outcomes.
  
• Provide academic advising to adult learners in morning and evening classes related to student progress, goals, and referrals to community resources.
  
• Assist students with transitioning to next steps in their job training and post secondary school transitions.
  
• Provide input/participate in program development activities.
  
• Participate in professional development activities.
  
• Any other duties as assigned by the Director.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree

EXPERIENCE: Previous (over one year) teaching experience.

OTHER: Ability to teach evening classes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated (over three years) experience working in the ESOL field. Bachelor's Degree in education or related field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Ability to adapt teaching styles and materials to meet individual needs of students.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, cross cultural, and organizational skills.
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Word
  

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Teaching Assistant

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

DEPARTMENT: Workers' Education Program

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: N/A

FLSA STATUS: Exempt/

FUNDING SOURCE: Grant-funded

REPORTS TO: Director of Workers' Education Program.

SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm or Evenings, Monday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Pay rate: $19.25 per hour

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Teaching Assistants assist with teaching and reinforcing learning concepts in the adult education classrooms. Teaching Assistants may work in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes and/or Adult Basic Education (ABE)/High School Equivalency Test preparation (HiSET) classes. Teaching Assistants will work part-time mornings and/or evenings.

The contract period is through June 30, 2026, with possible renewal September 1, 2026, thru June 30, 2027.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for daily activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher.
  
• Presents subject matter to adult learners, under the guidance of a teacher, utilizing a variety of methods.
  
• Assists adult learners, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
  
• Serves as a substitute teacher for the classroom teacher when necessary.
  
• Establishes positive rapport with students served.
  
• Identifies problems, issues, and concerns related to students
  
• Communicates regularly with students, teachers, advisor, and director.
  
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  
• Demonstrates participation in professional development and shares knowledge at staff meetings.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED or relevant experience.

OTHER: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Computer literacy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

For ESOL Teaching Assistants, the ability to speak Spanish.

For ABE Teaching Assistants, experience with high school equivalency tests and/or high school course content

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Excellent interpersonal skills, cross cultural, organizational and communication skills.
  
• Ability to work in person in the classroom and/or remotely.
  
• Ability to work morning or evening hours.
  

NOTE: Other job related duties and responsibilities may be assigned and/or the job description changed periodically to reflect changing organizational needs.

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS SCHOOL OF LAW

Assistant/Associate Professor - Criminal Defense Clinic

Position Announcement

The University of Massachusetts School of Law invites applications for the 2026-2027 academic year for a tenure-track or tenured professor to create and teach a Criminal Defense Clinic. We seek candidates who are also interested in serving as the Director of Clinical Education and Experiential Learning. UMass Law currently has three in-house clinics and three off-site clinics. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Massachusetts or become licensed to practice as soon as practicable after they are hired.

The law school especially welcomes applications from candidates who bring a blend of law practice and teaching experience to their approach to classroom pedagogy and the student experience. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ people, veterans, and others whose background, experience, and viewpoints would contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment.

The University of Massachusetts School of Law is located on the beautiful south coast of Massachusetts in bucolic Dartmouth, MA. It is 60 miles south of Boston and 30 miles east of Providence, RI. We are the state's only public law school and hold a strong commitment to providing an excellent, affordable legal education. We are also dedicated to improving the quality and reach of justice in Massachusetts and beyond and seek candidates who share that commitment.

To apply for this position, please submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Please note that incomplete applications cannot be reviewed.

SALARY: $110,000 - $145,000

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

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• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for Faculty Federation

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current CV and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the United States on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

The projected start date for this position is July 1, 2026.