Adjunct Faculty, Psychology

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 1,102,000 - 1,378,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in Iowa are seeking a Psychology instructor for the Spring 2027 term to teach courses and assess learning outcomes. The position is in-person at the Dewitt Career Advancement Center.

Qualified applicants hold a Master’s in Psychology or a related field with appropriate graduate hours; online or hybrid teaching experience is preferred. Responsibilities include curriculum collaboration, meeting scheduled classes, and supporting student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology or a Master’s Degree with 12 graduate hours in Psychology; 6 hours must be in Psychology or Counseling.
• Community college teaching or training experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Psychology and assess learning outcomes.
• Collaborate in development and revision of curriculum as needed.
• Meet promptly with scheduled classes and attend all required meetings.
• Maintain student outcomes, provide regular feedback, and manage office hours.
• Refer students to Academic Support and Student Services and support accommodations as required.
• Assist college in recruitment and retention of students.

Skills

Teaching

Online/Hybrid instruction

Technology-based tools

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology or a Master’s Degree with 12 graduate hours in Psychology

6 hours in Psychology and/or Counseling

Community college teaching experience (preferred)

Job description

Welcome to Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. We are so glad you are here.

Responsible for teaching courses and assessing learning outcomes in Psychology.

Location: in-person at the Dewitt Career Advancement Center for the Spring 2027 Term

January 19, 2027 – May 14, 2027

Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree Psychology or a Master’s Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in Psychology (all types), Counseling, Behavioral Studies, Human Development, Human Services, Psychiatry, Studies in Human Behavior, and Psychology Education. 6 hours must be in Psychology and/or Counseling. Community College teaching or training experience is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Community college teaching experience preferred.

Demonstrated ability to use a variety of technology-based instructional tools is highly preferred. Ability to teach in on-line and/or hybrid environments is desired.

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The teacher must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently. Positions may vary from standing, sitting, or walking. On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, run, etc.

Salary $800 per credit hour, EICC retirees $1000 per credit hour

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Teach courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Teaching assignments may include varying delivery formats and methods.

Collaborate in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.

Meet promptly with scheduled classes.

Attend and participate in all scheduled faculty, college, district, and advisory meetings unless excused by the Academic Dean.

Assure that student outcomes are achieved in each course.

Evaluate and record student performance and achievement on a regular basis and provide regular student feedback.

Maintain established office hours and meet with the students as necessary.

Refer students to Academic Support and Student Services as needed and meet recommended student/instructional accommodations as required.

Serve as a student academic advisor.

Develop and administer assessment instruments to validate student outcome achievement.

Maintain accurate attendance, progress and grade records of all students.

Effectively plan and implement learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes.

Analyze results of planning and teaching and make appropriate revisions.

Assist college in the recruitment and retention of students.

Actively serve as a departmental team member in effecting change fostering continual educational improvement.

Maintain currency of professional skills to continually enhance instructional skills.

Regularly engage in professional learning activities and actively seek information about developing trends and ideas.

Is committed to providing quality service that meets or exceeds the expectations of students and internal/external stakeholders.

Complete other job duties unique to your area as assigned by the academic dean.

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC’s Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, [e-mail] or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone]. FAX : [phone]; TDD : 800-877-8339 or Email: OCR [e-mail]

Posting Number

Posting Number F158P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date

Open Date 09/28/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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