Arts:At MCLA, we’re here for all – and focused on each – of our
students. As a 2025 Top Ten Public College, classes are taught by
educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their
students thrive on every level of their lives. Nearly 93% of our
graduates land competitive jobs or are accepted by some of the best
grad schools in the country. We engage in the most nationally
relevant conversations by hosting some of the most celebrated
thinkers and speakers on our campus in the Berkshires of
Massachusetts, an area known for its mountain ranges, hiking
trails, and panoramic views. Our hometown of North Adams is
brimming with creative energy and the regional economy is booming
as a result. In nearly every way possible, the experience at MCLA
is designed to elevate you as an individual, a leader, and a
communicator, fully empowered to make your impression on the
world.
Job Description:
The Department of Health Professions invites applications for
nursing adjunct faculty pool. These are semester-to-semester
positions (Fall and Spring), beginning Fall 2025. Candidates must
have a minimum degree of Bachelor’s in Nursing (matriculated into
an MSN program), but a Masters in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing
is preferred.
The adjunct nursing faculty pool positions will teach didactic
(lecture), laboratory or clinical nursing content in MCLA’s new
Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. MCLA seeks a faculty
committed to high quality teaching, undergraduate mentoring and who
will make contributions to MCLA’s ongoing commitment to bring
diversity, equity, and inclusion to the curriculum.
Faculty are expected to maintain current knowledge of the
discipline and educational methodologies by maintaining an active,
unencumbered Massachusetts Registered Nurse License, and by
participating in continuing education programs and professional
growth activities. Furthermore, these individuals will be expected
to maintain current knowledge of program policies, procedures, and
student progress, and maintain confidentiality in accordance with
program policy. Faculty may be requested to perform other tasks or
duties to support the program. The Nursing program is housed in a
newly renovated wing of the Berkshire Medical Center North Adams
Campus and has a new, fully equipped simulation lab.
Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s in Nursing (matriculated into an MSN
program with a graduation date within 5 years of appointment).
Master’s degree in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing or related field
is preferred. - A current, unencumbered Massachusetts Registered Nurse license
in good standing. - A minimum of 2 years clinical experience or its equivalent in
the last 5 years. - Special expertise in mental health, pediatrics, maternal-child
health, acute care and/or long-term care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and experience in baccalaureate education.
- Demonstrated teaching ability at the undergraduate level.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogies and classroom
practices.
Additional Information:
This is a part-time position in the MSCA Union. Salary is $1,200 –
$2,270 per credit.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to
qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you
need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application
process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human
Resources.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to
fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and
inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular
and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and
employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin,
age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status,
veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the
basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they
operate, which extends to admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other
non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA’s Title IX
Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer, to the Assistant
Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights,
or both.
Liz Frost
Interim Title IX Coordinator and Equal Opportunity Officer
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247
Titleix@mcla.edu
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424
Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877)
521-2172
OCR.Boston@ed.gov
Application Instructions:
Applicants should electronically submit an application by clicking
on the APPLY NOW button below.
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