Adjunct Instructor, Honors College (Psychology)

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,700; Part time

Job summary

VCU Honors College is seeking a part-time instructor in Richmond, VA to facilitate course objectives and meet instruction guidelines. The role includes grading, timely responses to student inquiries within 24 hours, and submitting final grades in accordance with college policies.

Minimum qualifications require a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours and a strong understanding of college students' emotional, motivational, and developmental needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in psychology, counseling, education, behavioral health, student affairs, student development, or related field.
• Strong understanding of emotional, motivational, and developmental needs of college students.
• Experience fostering respect, professionalism, and civility with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
• Ph.D. in psychology, education, counseling, or related discipline (preferred).
• Prior teaching experience at the postsecondary level (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the course objectives.
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner according to rubric.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final grades according to College and department policies.

Skills

Student well-being understanding

Diversity and civility

Communication with students

Education

Master's degree + 18 graduate hours

Ph.D. in related field (preferred)

Job description

VCU Honors College is seeking a part-time instructor in Richmond, VA to facilitate course objectives and meet instruction guidelines. The role includes grading, timely responses to student inquiries within 24 hours, and submitting final grades in accordance with college policies.

Minimum qualifications require a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours and a strong understanding of college students' emotional, motivational, and developmental needs.