School of Behavioral Sciences | Residential Adjunct Faculty - Psychology (PSYC)

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Liberty University’s School of Behavioral Sciences is hiring a residential adjunct faculty member to teach Psychology courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to model personal commitment to the university’s goals and values and to demonstrate active commitment to personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed Christian worldview. They should approach teaching, student engagement, and scholarship as means to significant educational ends, use varied techniques to support effective learning, and recognize students as individuals with differing abilities, interests, and needs.

This is an onsite, in-class teaching role. The instructor teaches approved curriculum on the assigned schedule, supports students in meeting learning outcomes, assesses student work and provides timely feedback, and contributes to student retention through ongoing contact and assistance. Courses are typically paid at $800 per load hour.

Requirements

• Ability to educate students from a Christian worldview.
• A statement of faith and academic worldview compatible with Liberty University.
• Earned master's degree in Psychology or a related field from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Superior interpersonal, customer service, presentation, and communication skills.
• Creative, innovative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to complete assignments accurately and on time with minimal supervision.
• Experience using MS Office, Canvas, and audio/video.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licenses if applicable and as required by state or accrediting commissions.
• Demonstrated strengths in teaching and mentoring at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach material from the approved curriculum in accordance with the assigned schedule.
• Assist students in achieving course objectives and learning outcomes.
• Provide regular and timely assessment and feedback to students.
• Participate in school retention initiatives by maintaining contact with students and offering assistance to absent students.
• Advise students on academic and attendance matters.
• Motivate students to participate actively in the educational process.
• Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies.
• Teach in person in a residential setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level