Adjunct Instructor, Psychology

Palm Beach State College • Lake Worth, TX

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About The Position

Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develop discipline-related curricula, assess student learning, participate in program evaluation and college activities, and maintain college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan. The work schedule varies according to the teaching assignment, and the position requires the ability to work a fluctuating schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Adjunct positions are filled on an as-needed basis according to departmental and instructional needs.

The role also involves developing, maintaining, interpreting, and executing administrative procedures and practices, including maintaining manuals regarding College policies, procedures, rules, and standards. The instructor analyzes class and program needs, recommends retaining or deleting courses, coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates, and maintains and adjusts calendars as necessary. The instructor assists with students, program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

Standard hourly rates vary based on the assigned course level and educational credentials. Applicants must attach acceptable official, college-stamped student-copy, or non-web-based unofficial transcripts. U.S. degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution; degrees earned outside the United States must be validated by a NACES-member organization, with an evaluation report attached before the application closing date. A background check and drug screen may be required, and employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling Psychology, or a master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology or Counseling Psychology.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Ability to utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies.
• Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to work a fluctuating schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Submit acceptable official, college-stamped student-copy, or non-web-based unofficial transcripts with the application.
• Degrees earned in the United States must be conferred by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation; foreign degrees must be validated by a NACES-member organization with an evaluation report attached before the application closing date.

Responsibilities

• Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques.
• Develop discipline-related curricula and assess student learning.
• Participate in program evaluation and college activities.
• Maintain college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.
• Develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices, including manuals on College policies, procedures, rules, and standards.
• Analyze class and program needs and determine and recommend course retention or deletion.
• Develop and coordinate program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates; maintain and adjust calendars as needed.
• Assist with students, program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level