Psychology Adjunct

the CIA•Hyde Park, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Institute of America Adjunct Faculty members are responsible for teaching students a high standard of professionalism. The primary responsibility of the Adjunct Faculty in Liberal Arts is teaching and evaluating students. Adjunct Faculty members also maintain office hours, assist students who are having difficulty with studies, and honor college policies. SOCS-115: Social Psychology - 3.0 credits An examination of how the behaviors, thoughts, and feelings of the individual are influenced by the presence of other persons. Topics such as attitude formation and change, altruism and aggression, interpersonal attraction and love, stereotypes and prejudice, and criminal justice and conformity will be discussed. In addition, various empirical research methods will be examined and applied to these topics. SOCS-110: Psychology of Human Behavior - 3.0 credits An introduction to various schools of thought that explains why people behave the way they do. Topics covered in the course include personality, motivation, memory, learning, perception, nature, nurture, and adaptation.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in a related field.
A minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience.

Nice To Haves

PhD in a related field.
A minimum of one (1) year college level teaching experience.
Previous experience with Moodle.

Responsibilities

Prepares daily lesson plans for classes and teaches classes as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute.
Works individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who need assistance in their studies.
Provides regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria; files course grades consistently and without prejudice.
Evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria.
Files course grades promptly within the specific timeframe allowed.
Compiles and presents instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines and class schedules as assigned.
Utilizes the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught.
Maintains record of student attendance, student progress, and grade distributions.
Maintains discipline and order during instructional activities.
Communicates through appropriate channels.
Enforces sanitation principles (appropriate to particular teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies.
Supports the mission and policies of the Institute as well as the overall strategic direction of the Department of Continuing Education.
Assume responsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom.
Any and all other duties as assigned.