Instructor of Psychology

CHESS•Farmington, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

San Juan College is hiring a full-time Instructor of Psychology for a nine-month annual work period, beginning January 2027. The position provides instruction in the School of Business, Information Technology and Social Sciences, with a teaching load of 15 credit hours per semester. Teaching assignments include Introduction to Psychology and Human Development, with additional courses in Statistics, areas of specialization, and other courses as needed. Assignments may also include teaching dual-credit students at San Juan College or local high school campuses. The instructor teaches on campus, maintains at least five office hours per week, advises students, and mentors student research and service projects. The role also includes committee participation, curriculum review, program assessment, program promotion and advertising, and other department or campus activities and duties assigned by the Dean. Day classes and occasional evening classes are expected; classroom locations may include the SJC Main, East, and West campuses. Online or hybrid teaching experience is beneficial. The position reports directly to the Dean of the School of Business, Information Technology and Social Sciences. San Juan College serves a diverse regional population and emphasizes student learning, continuous quality improvement, and the values of innovation, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence. Candidates are subject to a criminal background investigation before an employment offer. The position remains open until filled, with the first application review on November 2, 2026.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, or a related field with 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
Strong commitment to community college and learning college philosophies.
Value diversity and demonstrate a strong multicultural perspective with adult and minority students.
Submit a cover letter, unofficial transcripts showing the qualifying degree conferred, a CV or resume, and a list of three supervisor references with the application.
Subject to a criminal background investigation before any employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Community college teaching experience and demonstrated interest in creating student-centered, interactive courses.
Experience in community projects or development.
Experience teaching online and/or hybrid courses.

Responsibilities

Provide 15 credit hours of instruction per semester.
Teach Introduction to Psychology and Human Development, along with Statistics, courses in areas of specialization, and other courses as needed.
Teach on campus; assignments may include dual-credit students at San Juan College or local high school campuses.
Maintain a minimum of five office hours per week.
Advise students and mentor student research and service projects.
Participate in college committees as assigned.
Assist with curriculum review and program assessment.
Participate in department and campus activities.
Promote and advertise the program.
Perform other related assignments and duties as assigned by the Dean.