Who We Are:
Are you ready to work at a dynamic institution that believes in higher education with lower obstacles? Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (now known as Franklin Cummings Tech) is a nationally accredited non-profit, technical college serving Eastern Massachusetts and beyond. The college was seeded in 1791 with funds from the estate of Benjamin Franklin that were given to the City of Boston to proliferate access to education and level the playing field for aspiring talent with meager financial means.
Today, Franklin Cummings Tech continues to build on that legacy by offering post-secondary education in high-demand technical and skilled trade fields that lead to excellent careers. Our majors intentionally focus on select industries connected to sustainability and the clean energy transition including electric vehicle technology, smart manufacturing, practical electricity, power engineering, heat pumps/HVAC, biotechnology, automation, construction management and more.
With a mission to deliver transformative technical and trade education that leads to economic advancement , we offer a unique mix of certificate and degree granting programs that appeal to enterprising students and respond to employer's demand for a well-prepared workforce. Intentional partnerships with the industries we serve coupled with high graduation and job placement rates, recently attracted the largest philanthropic gift in the history of the college from the Cummings Foundation.
Last year, Franklin Cummings Tech educated more than 1,000 learners across three student types: 1) certificate and degree seekers, 2) continuing education clients, and 3) high schoolers pursuing early college. As further evidence that our mission holds resonance, this year the college tracked a 25% year over year jump in fall new student enrollment and applications soared.
We seek team members who are optimistic, entrepreneurial, data-informed, and excited about the prospect of continuing to strategically increase student success outcomes and total enrollment from 1,000 learners today to at least 1,500 learners by 2030. Join us in this mission driven work!
Position Summary:
The Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (Franklin Cummings Tech) invites applications from committed and positive professionals for the part-time teaching position beginning in Fall 2023. The teaching faculty in this non-tenure track position will be responsible for delivering undergraduate-level courses in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on power engineering topics. Examples of courses available to teach are Circuit Theory I & II, Linear Systems with Differential Equations, Engineering Statistics, and Engineering Technical Communications. Experience teaching these courses is highly valued although the industry professional having a passion for education and looking to share their knowledge is encouraged to apply. Be a part of a progressive community of educators dedicated to preparing the next generation of engineers.
Faculty at Franklin Cummings Tech embraces the opportunity to support a diverse group of young people in meeting a range of academic and other challenges to prepare students for successful and rewarding careers in technological fields.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities of Part-Time Faculty: Teach 10 hours per week; M/W or T/Th, days or evenings.Availability to meet with students when needed.Use of course texts, outlines, and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and department policies. Any deviations from the course syllabus must be approved by the department chair.Respond to chair and administrative requests in a timely manner and complete all responsibilities effectively; prompt in keeping appointments, attending meetings (when possible), and starting classes on time.Respond to students in a timely mannerEvaluate student achievement and provide timely feedback while maintaining accurate student records in the CANVAS LMS. Provide adequate support to students and maintain a respectful, professional rapport.Participation in communications with the college and department. This includes utilizing the college Dropout Detective warning system to alert advisors when students falter.Demonstrate effective teaching including preparation, meeting course goals, organization and presentation of material, student involvement, and classroom management.Collaborate with other college departments (academic, student affairs, enrollment, and development) for the mutual benefit of all.An earned Master's degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in Electrical Engineering or related fields;The ability to communicate effectively and connect with young people;Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, both written and verbal.Preferred qualifications include: An earned Doctoral degree; Two or more years of teaching experience at the college or senior secondary levels; and Three or more years of work experience in industry. Application Process:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names, titles, telephone numbers, and email addresses of two professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:
Franklin Cummings Tech is committed to the health and safety of our community. We closely follow all recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of the expiration of the national emergency concerning the COVID-19 pandemic on May 11, 2023, Franklin Cummings Tech strongly encourages, but not does require, all students, faculty, and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Requirements are subject to change based on guidelines set forth by local governments and other entities of authority based on an uptick in the number of cases.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Franklin Cummings Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on any grounds protected under federal, state, or local law, including race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, disability (including those related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other characteristic or activity protected under federal, state or local law.