Psychology, Yokota, The Graduate School - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus

13d • Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Japan for the Psychology program. UMGC is a mission-driven institution with seven core values, prioritizing 'Students First.' Founded in 1947, UMGC is committed to adult learners, offering flexibility and options as a global, 24-hour institution. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner balancing career, family, and other priorities, with roughly 80% working full-time, half being parents, and half being minority students. UMGC is also a leading provider of higher education to the U.S. military, serving active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and their families. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC emphasizes scholar-practitioners: professionals actively engaged in their fields who also wish to mentor the next generation. The Psychology Program at UMGC offers courses with descriptions available at https://asia.umgc.edu/online-degrees/course-information.psyc. Teaching in Asia information is available at https://asia.umgc.edu/experience/careers-at-umgc-asia.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in a related field.
• Local applicants only.
• Applicants must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• Adjunct faculty positions are not eligible for UMGC sponsored logistical support.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Benefits

• Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are only eligible for State of Maryland benefits. Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level