Psychology Instructor

Central Georgia Technical College • Macon, GA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Central Georgia Technical College seeks a Psychology Instructor to provide associate-level instruction in classroom, online, and other assigned instructional settings. The instructor prepares syllabi and lesson plans, develops program goals and objectives, teaches all phases of the curriculum, follows approved course syllabi, and evaluates student progress. The position may also serve as a lead instructor, mentoring adjunct faculty in the discipline.

The instructor maintains program and employment qualifications in accordance with Technical College System of Georgia policies and accreditation standards, completes professional development, and follows institutional rules and procedures. The role includes meeting with students and college personnel about instructional programs and other issues; maintaining grade books, records, reports, invoices, and assigned-property inventories; and communicating effectively with students and colleagues.

The position is assigned to the Macon campus and may involve work at the Warner Robins campus, other college locations, and dual-enrollment sites. Teaching may include traditional day or evening classes, online courses, and a combination of face-to-face and distance delivery. Travel within the college’s service area and additional travel may be required. The usual schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m.–4:45 p.m., and Friday, 7:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; additional hours or flexible scheduling, including evenings, may be required. The position works 40 hours per week for all 12 calendar months and is scheduled to begin in January 2027.

The selected candidate can expect a contingent offer with an annual gross salary in the low to mid $60,000s. Actual salary depends on the candidate’s highest qualifying degree and qualifications. The position is eligible for state benefits, including retirement, insurance, leave accrual, and holiday pay.

Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in Psychology from an institutionally accredited academic institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or an earned master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• Coursework must be in Psychology or a closely related discipline aligned to course competencies; education courses related to teaching Psychology do not count toward the discipline-specific requirement.
• Alternatively, applicants may qualify with an earned master’s degree in a related field and demonstrated competence in the teaching discipline, documented using the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form and supporting materials.
• Maintain qualifications required by the Technical College System of Georgia Policy Manual and applicable accreditation standards.
• Submit a completed application and required supporting documentation, including a current resume and transcripts showing earned postsecondary credits and conferred degrees.
• Ability to teach all phases of the curriculum and use appropriate teaching, testing, grading, communication, and record-keeping practices.
• Ability to travel to assigned college campuses, sites, and dual-enrollment locations as required.
• Qualified applicants are subject to applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include criminal history, motor vehicle, references, drug testing, fingerprints, credit history, psychological screening, and medical examination.

Nice To Haves

• Documented postsecondary-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide associate-level Psychology instruction in classroom, online, and other assigned settings.
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans and develop program goals and objectives.
• Teach all phases of the curriculum using appropriate teaching techniques and current in-field procedures.
• Follow approved course syllabi and maintain program requirements.
• Use appropriate testing and grading procedures and maintain grade books and other required records.
• Evaluate student progress toward goals and objectives.
• Meet with students and college personnel to discuss instructional programs and other issues.
• Attend and complete professional development training.
• Complete reports, records, and invoices in a timely manner and maintain an accurate inventory of assigned property.
• May serve as a lead instructor and mentor adjunct faculty teaching in the discipline.
• Maintain employment qualifications and comply with TCSG policies, accreditation standards, and institutional rules and procedures.
• Teach at assigned campus, site, or dual-enrollment locations and travel within the college’s service area as required.

Benefits

• State benefits including retirement, insurance, leave accrual, and holiday pay.
• Membership in the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees’ Retirement System of Georgia (ERS), as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level