General Description of Position Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences, the Instructor, Psychology is responsible for instructing students in various Psychology courses in classroom, online, and distance learning settings. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to: Interpersonal Relations, Introduction to Psychology, Psychology of the Personality, Social Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Lifespan Human Development. Teaching assignments include dual-credit courses. This instructor develops lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments and implements teaching strategies focused on engaged and active learning. The instructor advises students, monitors and evaluates student progress, and keeps accurate student records. This is a full-time regular position.
Essential Functions
Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas:
1. Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned.
2. Teach courses in Psychology which may include, but are not limited to, Interpersonal Relations, Introduction to Psychology, Psychology of the Personality, Social Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Lifespan Human Development.
3. Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/Internet/distance learning setting that are appropriate to individual student needs and include, engaged learning activities, multimedia presentations and computed aided instruction, lectures, small groups, and demonstrations.
Provide for Student Evaluation and record-keeping
4. Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress.
Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Areas
5. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
Participate in Division and College Meetings and Committees
6. Attend division, department, college, and staff meetings and serve on committees.
Serve as an Academic Advisor for Students
7. Serve as an Academic Advisor to Academic Transfer and Psychology Program students.
8. Tasks included in this area include:Assisting students in selecting and registering for coursesAdvising students on their academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and proceduresServing as the first line of communication between students and the college staff.
Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Material
9. In cooperation with other College psychology faculty, develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on approved college curriculum form.
10. Develop, revise, and maintain classroom policies, grading structures, and strategies.
11. Review, evaluate,e and recommend textbooks for course use.
Function as a Member of the Arts and Sciences Division Team
12. Interact with colleagues, students, staff, and supervisors in a manner that will project a positive image of the Academic Transfer Program, Psychology Program, and Arts & Sciences Division and the College and which promotes/facilitates instructional services such as recruitment, placement, and orientation as assigned.
Professional Development
13. Faculty should work with their immediate supervisor to develop an annual plan of professional development and improvement.
Performs Other Functions Related to Teaching Assignments
14. Provide information and data that will assist in the preparation of supply and equipment orders, course schedules, book orders, and other necessary reports.
15. The instructor may have additional duties and responsibilities of coordinating the activities of the department and its faculty if assigned to be Department Chair. The primary role of the Department Chair is to ensure that through personal and faculty efforts, students are able to achieve the objectives of the program.
Promote a Culture of Belonging Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute, regardless of their identities. Foster a community where diverse identities and perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, equal employment opportunity, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Marginal Functions
16. Operate and utilize as part of the teaching process appropriate audiovisual equipment (e.g., multimedia workstation, document camera, smartboard, online learning management system, etc.)
17. May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
18. Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
19. Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
20. Current knowledge of and ability/skill to teach 100 and 200-level psychology courses.
21. Ability/skill to develop and incorporate a variety of engaged learning teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom and in online courses.
22. Ability/skill to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.
23. Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use.
24. Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances, and move tables, chairs, and media equipment.
25. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing, in person, and on the phone.
26. Ability to use basic computer skills.
27. The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
28. Master’s Degree in Psychology or Master’s Degree in a closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate credit in Psychology.
29. Teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours or 6 courses/sections at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility.
Desired Qualifications
30. Experience with distance education and online teaching.
31. Experience with engaged learning lesson planning/delivery.
32. Experience teaching high school dual-credit courses.
33. Experience teaching at a community college
34. Experience working with adult learners
35. Experience working with diverse populations of students at various levels of language ability, skills, and learning abilities.
36. Experience as an academic advisor.