Psychology Instructor

Georgia Department of Revenue • Macon, GA

2d • $60,000 - $69,999 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Psychology Instructor provides associate-level instruction in classroom settings and prepares syllabi and lesson plans. The instructor develops program goals and objectives and must be able to teach all phases of the curriculum. The role requires appropriate teaching techniques, testing and grading procedures, maintenance of grade books and other required records, effective oral and written communication, and knowledge of current procedures in the field. The instructor follows approved course syllabi, maintains program requirements and employment qualifications, completes professional development, and complies with Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and college policies. The position evaluates student progress, meets with students and college personnel regarding instructional programs and other issues, completes reports, records and invoices on time, and maintains accurate inventories of assigned property. It may also include serving as a lead instructor and mentoring adjunct faculty in the discipline.

The position may involve traditional day, evening or online classes, including dual-enrollment instruction, and travel within the college’s service area and as needed. The instructor may teach at one or more campuses or sites, including dual-enrollment locations, using face-to-face, distance-learning or combined delivery methods. The position is assigned to the Macon campus and may require a split shift at the Warner Robins campus or travel to other college locations. It works 12 calendar months per year at 40 hours per week, generally during business hours, with additional hours or a flexible schedule that may include evenings as needed. The position 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 whether they meet the published minimum and preferred qualifications. The position is eligible for state benefits, including retirement, insurance, leave accrual and holiday pay; CGTC participates in the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia and the Employees Retirement System of Georgia.

Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in Psychology from an academic institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or an earned master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology or a closely related discipline aligned to course competencies. Education courses about teaching Psychology do not count toward the discipline-specific coursework requirement.
• Alternatively, applicants may qualify with an earned master’s degree in a related field from an appropriately accredited institution and demonstrated competence in the teaching discipline, as documented in the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form.
• Upload a current resume, completed CGTC job application and transcripts from all academic institutions where postsecondary credit was earned, including transcripts showing conferred degrees. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in the employment packet; diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.
• Applicants using the alternative academic qualification must also upload the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form and supporting evidence of qualifications specific to the discipline, such as publications, presented papers, professional development, work experience, professional licenses or certifications.
• Complete the employment application and submit required supporting materials by the stated deadline.
• Pass applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include criminal history, motor vehicle, employment reference, drug, fingerprint, credit history, psychological and medical screenings.
• Meet faculty credentialing requirements for assigned courses and applicable accrediting bodies.

Nice To Haves

• Documented teaching experience at the postsecondary level.
• Transcripts of conferred degrees.

Responsibilities

• Provide associate-level Psychology instruction in classroom settings and teach all phases of the curriculum.
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans, and develop program goals and objectives.
• Use appropriate teaching techniques, testing and grading procedures, and maintain grade books and other required records.
• Follow approved course syllabi and maintain program requirements and employment qualifications.
• Attend and complete professional development training.
• Meet with students and college personnel to discuss instructional programs and other issues.
• Evaluate student progress toward goals and objectives.
• Complete reports, records and invoices in a timely manner and maintain accurate inventories of assigned property.
• May serve as a lead instructor and mentor adjunct faculty teaching in the discipline.
• Comply with TCSG, institutional and applicable dual-enrollment site rules and procedures.
• Teach day, evening or online classes as assigned, potentially using face-to-face, distance or combined instructional delivery.
• Travel to campuses, sites and dual-enrollment locations within the college’s service area and as needed.

Benefits

• State retirement benefits, including participation in the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS).
• Insurance.
• Leave accrual.
• Holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

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