Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

Midland University; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per course compensation

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Midland University in Fremont, Nebraska invites applications for an adjunct faculty member to teach in-person psychology courses on campus. You will prepare and deliver lectures, design engaging activities, provide timely feedback, and respond to student inquiries within 24 hours, with 16-week terms beginning in August and January.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree in psychology with 18 graduate hours, teaching experience at the college level, and familiarity with Canvas LMS; PhD or

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology with 18 graduate hours is required.
• Experience teaching at the college level or training adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person psychology courses on campus.
• Prepare and deliver lectures and design engaging classroom activities.
• Provide timely feedback on assignments and respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Meet with students individually as needed.

Skills

College teaching

Online teaching

Canvas LMS

Education

Master's degree in Psychology with 18 graduate hours

PhD or ABD

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – Psychology

Midland University, a small, private four-year institution in Fremont, Nebraska, (just outside of metro Omaha) is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach in-person psychology courses on campus. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures, designing engaging classroom activities, providing timely feedback on assignments, and responding to student inquiries within 24-hours, meeting with them individually as needed. Courses are offered in 16-week terms. Terms begin in August and January.

Required Qualifications

• A master's degree in psychology or a closely related discipline with 18 graduate hours in psychology
• Experience teaching at the college level or teaching/training adults is highly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or ABD (all but dissertation) status
• Experience teaching in a synchronous and/or asynchronous online format
• Familiarity with the Canvas LMS

The ideal candidate should demonstrate

• A desire to use innovative instructional techniques
• A willingness to collaborate with peers
• A genuine interest in student development
• An ability to work with diverse student populations
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to foster a collegial work environment that encourages change and innovation; and an ability to interact effectively and work productively, cooperatively, and collaboratively with a variety of individuals and groups

Compensation/Benefits

• Wages paid on a per course basis commensurate with education, experience, and individual strengths
• An engaging, respectful and productive working environment