Psychology Instructor (PT)

Solano Community College•Fairfield, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Solano Community College Psychology Department invites applications for interested and qualified part-time/hourly instructors. This part-time Psychology instructor will teach in-person courses at all campuses, including correctional facilities. The department is currently interested in faculty qualified to teach Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences, Research Methods, Introduction to Psychology, and Biological Psychology. Additionally, they may teach other psychology courses such as Abnormal Psychology, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Drugs, Society and Behavior, Human Sexual Behavior, Personal and Social Behavior, and/or Social Psychology. All psychology teaching assignments will be in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Solano Community College District is committed to honoring and empowering all of its students, seeking highly motivated applicants who excel in their fields and are committed to working with students from diverse backgrounds. The college embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and is cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. The successful candidate will be qualified to teach courses in Psychology and is expected to be a community-engaged scholar committed to anti-racist, decolonial, and social justice pedagogy. Assignments are as needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This is a 'pool' position, meaning openings may or may not be currently available, and the district maintains a pool of applications for ongoing needs. The district may cancel classes or change instructors based on enrollment needs. The instructor may teach Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences, Research Methods, Introduction to Psychology, and/or Human Sexual Behavior, as well as other psychology courses.

Requirements

Master's degree in Psychology OR a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology AND a Master’s degree in sociology, statistics, neuroscience, or social work or the equivalent OR possess a valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing service in psychology.
If not possessing the minimum qualifications exactly as stated, must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of submitting the application.
All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Nice To Haves

Qualified to teach Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences, Research Methods, Introduction to Psychology and Biological Psychology.
Qualified to teach Abnormal Psychology, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Drugs, Society and Behavior, Human Sexual Behavior, Personal and Social Behavior, and/or Social Psychology.

Responsibilities

Teaching assignments may be split between day and evening, including weekend days, as well as between the various campuses and centers, and at correctional facilities and juvenile detention centers.
Teaching modalities will primarily be in-person, but may include hybrid, online and correspondence (as part of our correctional education program).
Demonstrate understanding of and be culturally responsive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, (dis)ability, and ethnic backgrounds of Solano Community College students.
Remain current in and implement new strategies for both subject matter areas and engage with effective teaching/learning strategies in multiple teaching modalities.
Advance equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established and evolving Psychology course outlines.
Remain up-to-date with district technological policies and utilize different technological strategies for accessibility, student retention and success.
Inform/advise students about course requirements; evaluate and provide timely verbal and written assessments of student performance; prepare and grade assignments and examinations; meet administrative timelines and submit completed reports and required documents; and maintain required student attendance, scholastic records, and other related materials.
Optional participation in professional development activities and initiatives, both departmental and college wide.
Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics including effective communication with peers, staff, students, and administrators.
Participate in the development, assessment, and evaluation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) and Program Level Outcomes (PLO).
Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations.
Inform students about course requirements; prepare and grade assignments and examinations.
Meet administrative timelines and submit completed and required documents and reports.
Maintain required student attendance and scholastic records.
Participate in division staff meetings.
Keep Student Learning Outcomes current and assess courses.
Review of curriculum and assessment of student learning.