Adjunct Faculty, Undergraduate Psychology
La Salle University
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Job summary
La Salle University’s Psychology Department maintains an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. Courses are generally offered in person during the day and evening, with occasional online offerings.
The department emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, and invites applicants who contribute to a culturally diverse intellectual community.
Qualifications
- Knowledge and commitment to La Salle University’s mission.
- Multicultural competence and training.
- Master’s degree (M.A.) or above in psychology or a closely related field.
- M.A. or Ph.D. Doctorate in Counselor Education & Supervision (CACREP) or related area.
- M.A. or Ph.D. in Marriage & Family Therapy or related area (COAMFTE-accredited).
- License-eligible as an LMFT in PA for certain courses.
- Doctoral degree in psychology or a closely related field.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned course(s).
- Prepare course materials consistent with departmental learning objectives.
- Provide timely grading and feedback to students.
- Provide guidance and support to students.
Skills
Education
Job description
This is a pooled position from which UNDERGRADUATE ADJUNCT INSTRUCTORS will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Here is the Undergraduate program webpage: https://www.lasalle.edu/catalog/undergraduate/school-of-arts-and-sciences/department-of-psychology/psychology/#ftoc-program-description
There are OTHER ADS for specific pools for teaching in the MASTERS and DOCTORAL programs. Please also see and apply through those ads if you are also interested in graduate level teaching.
We welcome candidates from underrepresented groups and/or with expertise in and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives.
Position Overview
Position Title
Department
Posting Number
Posting Number A0114P
Position Summary
La Salle University’s Psychology department has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. These courses are generally offered in person during the day and evening. Occasionally, an online course will become available.
La Salle University is a Lasallian Catholic university committed to the principle that all knowledge is practical and empowering, filled with the capacity to transform lives. Anchored in the living tradition of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and in association with a diverse and inclusive learning community, our mission is to educate the whole person by fostering a rigorous free search for truth. La Salle, in affirming the value of both liberal arts and professional studies, prepares students for the lifelong pursuit and exploration of wisdom, knowledge, and faith that lead to engaged and fulfilling lives marked by a commitment to the common good. The University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
We welcome candidates whose experience in research, teaching, and service has prepared them to contribute to our department’s commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community. For more information about the Psychology department, please visit https://www.lasalle.edu/psychology.
- Teach assigned course(s).
- Prepare course materials consistent with departmental learning objectives.
- Provide timely grading and feedback to students.
- Provide guidance and support to students.
Required Qualifications
Required of instructors in ALL programs:
- Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
- Multicultural competence and training.
Undergraduate Program:
- Master’s degree (M.A.) or above in psychology or in a closely related field.
Professional Clinical Counseling Master’s Program:
- M.A. or Ph.D. Doctorate in Counselor Education & Supervision (preferably from a CACREP accredited program and with a mental health counseling specialty), Psychology, or a closely related area, depending on the course.
Marriage and Family Therapy or Couple and Family Therapy Master’s Program:
- M.A. or Ph.D. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Couple & Family Therapy (preferably from a COAMFTE -accredited program), Psychology, or a closely related area depending on the course.
- License-eligible as an LMFT in the state of Pennsylvania for certain courses.
Doctoral Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology Program:
- Doctoral degree in psychology in a relevant area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in psychology or a closely related field.
- Previous experience teaching at the collegiate level.
- Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
- Must be able to teach in-person on La Salle’s main campus in Philadelphia, PA.
- Some courses are held during the evening.
Compensation Information
Position Classification
Position Classification Part-Time, Semesterly Basis
FLSA Classification
FLSA Classification Exempt
Pay Basis
Position Group
Position Group Faculty
Posting Information
Application Open Date
Application Open Date 05/03/2022
Application Close Date
Application Open To
Application Open To Internal and External Applicants
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- * Are you able to teach in-person 1-2 days per week on La Salle's Main Campus in Philadelphia, PA?
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- * Are you able to teach 3 days a week on La Salle University's Main Campus in Philadelphia?
- Yes
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- * If your answer to the above question is "Other", please specify the source below. If this questions does not apply, please enter "N/A".
(Open Ended Question)
- * What is the highest degree that you hold?
- High School Diploma
- BA or BS degree (college degree)
- Master's degree in Psychology or a related field
- Doctorate in a field related to psychology or counseling
- Doctorate in Psychology
- Doctorate in Counselor Education, Mental Health Counseling, or related (CACREP accredited)
- Doctorate in Marriage and Family, Couples Therapy, or related (COAMFT accredited)
- Other
- * If your answer to the above questions was "other," please explain.
(Open Ended Question)
- * The next question will ask you to indicate which undergraduate courses you are both qualified and willing to teach. The descriptions of these courses can be found on the following webpage. You may want to open it in a separate window before answering the next question. https://www.lasalle.edu/catalog/undergraduate/school-of-arts-and-sciences/department-of-psychology/psychology/#ftoc-course-descriptionsIf you would also like to be considered for graduate teaching, please see the MA and PsyD Program ads.Was this information helpful helpful to you?
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- * Which of the following undergraduate courses are you qualified and willing to teach?
- PSY 155 Introduction to Psychology
- PSY 210 Developmental Psychology
- PSY 215 Adult Development and Aging
- PSY 220 Psychopathology
- PSY 225 Social Psychology
- PSY 230 Industrial and Business Psychology
- PSY 242 Introduction to Language (cross-listed with SLH 100)
- PSY 245 Forensic Psychology
- PSY 250 Human Sexuality
- PSY 255 Psychology of Women
- PSY 260 Sports Psychology
- PSY 310 Statistics I
- PSY 311 Statistics II
- PSY 330 Research Design I
- PSY 331 Research Design II
- PSY 340 Psychological Assessment
- PSY 342 Language Development (cross-listed with SLH 203)
- PSY 350 Counseling Theories and Principles
- PSY 360 Health Psychology
- PSY 405 Emotions
- PSY 410 Theories of Learning
- PSY 415 Cognitive Psychology
- PSY 420 Biological Psychology
- PSY 425 Theories of Personality
- PSY 430 History and Systems of Psychology
- * What courses have you taught before and at what level? Please list them.
(Open Ended Question)
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