View Job description for Instructor, Psychology

College of Western Idaho Home•Nampa, ID

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Shape Minds and Inspire Success as a Full-Time Psychology Faculty Member at CWI! Are you passionate about teaching and mentoring students in psychology? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a full-time Psychology Instructor to deliver engaging instruction, foster student success, and contribute to curriculum development in a collaborative, student-centered environment. Why Join CWI? At CWI, we believe education transforms lives. As a Psychology faculty member, you’ll have the opportunity to teach diverse learners, develop inclusive pedagogy, and engage in professional growth while making a lasting impact on student achievement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology from an accredited institution
1+ years of experience teaching psychology at the post-secondary level as lead instructor
Experience teaching research methods and/or statistical analysis using open-access software
Ability to obtain certification in ethical conduct of human subjects research and mentor undergraduate research projects
Expertise in academic writing, APA style (7th edition), and collaborative learning environments
Commitment to effective teaching in a community college setting, adapting instruction across multiple modalities
Proficiency with instructional technologies, LMS platforms, and productivity software
Evidence of collaboration, clear communication, and service to higher education

Responsibilities

Teach psychology courses across multiple modalities (in-person, online, hybrid)
Develop and maintain inclusive, student-centered pedagogy
Continuously improve curriculum, content delivery, and assessment methods
Assist in course-level curriculum development and revision
Build professional relationships and engage in service activities that support student success
Participate in departmental initiatives and planning processes
Support mentoring needs for CWI’s Dual Credit program
Work with supervisors to align expertise and interests with student success
Focus on continuous improvement and teaching excellence