Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

ivytech; Sellersburg (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan

Fee remission for employees

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College, Sellersburg, Indiana, is seeking an adjunct faculty member in psychology for part-time, per-semester appointments. Responsibilities include delivering instruction, using Canvas and PowerPoint, and maintaining attendance and grading records in alignment with the syllabus.

The role requires availability to help students outside class time and collaboration with the program chair when issues arise. Applications require unofficial transcripts.

Qualifications

• Earned master's or higher degree in psychology or a related field.
• Or a master's degree in any field with 18 graduate hours in psychology-related courses, including statistics or research methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and follow syllabus provided by the college.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records per college policy.
• Provide syllabus appropriate to the course and follow program requirements.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time for assistance.
• Notify department chair in emergencies and coordinate with the program.

Skills

Teaching Psychology

Student Assessment

Curriculum Adaptation

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or related field

18 graduate hours in psychology with statistics/research methods

Tools

Canvas

PowerPoint

Job description

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the school.

PROGRAM OPERATION

Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to college policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines.

STUDENTS

Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/ provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.

INSTRUCTION

Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course. Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program /department chair. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

Education, Experience And Other Requirements

A qualified faculty member in psychology meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in psychology, educational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, social psychology, or any other professionally recognized specialty in psychology, OR

• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in psychology-related courses, including a course in statistics and/or research methodology.

Application Requirements:

To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

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Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.