Psychology Instructor

Chesapeake College•Wye Mills, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The credit adjunct instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. The instructor is responsible for performing assigned duties during the day or evening on any Chesapeake College campus (including online and dual-enrollment sites) as assigned. This position reports directly to the Department Chairperson (or Program Director, as appropriate).

Requirements

Master's degree in the teaching discipline or Master’s degree in a closely related discipline with a minimum of fifteen (15) graduate semester hours in the subject area from an accredited institution.
Degrees must be verified with official transcripts.
Exceptional experience may be substituted for the Master’s degree at the discretion of the Vice President.
In the case of skilled trades and professional tracks, industry specific certifications can be substituted for academic degrees.
Credential requirements may differ for adjunct faculty hired to teach developmental courses.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching a diverse population of students in a community college setting
Experience with learning management systems (or the willingness to complete assigned training prior to teaching).
Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Communication and interpersonal skills as demonstrated by public speaking, training, and presentation
Evidence of familiarity and/or teaching excellence with adult learners in multiple formats, (i.e., online, face-to-face, hybrid)

Responsibilities

Facilitate classroom instruction (in-person and/or online)
Remain current in the discipline
Use and be proficient with the college LMS to notify students of key academic dates, notify students of course adjustments, post syllabus and announcements, send/receive course mail, and maintain grades and attendance
Maintain accurate and complete gradebook in LMS
Refer students to appropriate support resources, if needed
Provide a learning environment that supports student success
Teach assigned class in accordance with established student learning outcomes (SLOs)
Provide student support by being available outside of regular instruction to assist with course material.
Develop syllabus or follow departmental syllabus, as appropriate
Evaluate student performance; select and compile assessments, assignments, and/or discussion activities as a measurement of performance relative to SLOs
Participate in course-level assessment and report data as required
Maintain and submit accurate and timely reports for student grades/progress (mid-term and final
Maintain attendance records and report attendance when required
Maintain effective communication with the Chesapeake College community by utilizing Outlook email regularly.
Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays.
Complete regulatory training as required
Perform other duties as outlined in the Faculty Resource Guide