Adjunct - Psychology

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,102,080 - 1,299,076; Part time

Job summary

The City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a Psychology Adjunct for the Fall Semester 2026. The role requires excellence in teaching and the ability to motivate students.

Qualifications include a PhD in Psychology or a related field, with a strong focus on student-centered educational approaches. The salary ranges from $800 to $943 per contact hour, aligned with the approved salary scale.

Qualifications

• PhD preferred with significant coursework and research in Psychology.
• Minimum requirement: MA in Psychology with appropriate coursework.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellence in teaching and motivate students.
• Maintain office hours for advising and mentoring.
• Develop and revise courses and instructional materials.
• Post syllabi and grades on Blackboard.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Integration of new technologies

Student-centered teaching

Use of Blackboard Learning Management System

Education

PhD in Psychology or related discipline

MA in Psychology or related discipline

Job description

The Department of Social and Psych Science is currently seeking a Psychology Adjunct to begin Fall Semester 2026. Please note: This position may require fully teaching in-person, as hybrid schedules are not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• You must demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
• Maintain office hours for advising, mentoring and coaching students.
• Development and revision of courses and instructional materials as necessary.
• Post syllabi and grades on Blackboard.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Psychology or other social scientific discipline, with significant course work in Psychology is preferred; with significant research in Psychology.
• At minimum, you must have a MA in Psychology, or other social scientific discipline, with appropriate course work in Psychology.
  In addition to the minimum requirements, you must be focused on effective teaching; assessment of student learning; and continuous growth in the field of study. We also value expertise in student-centered teaching; facility with instructional technology, including Blackboard Learning Management System; and a commitment to professional development in teaching.

To Apply

• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts, a statement of your teaching philosophy, and professional letters of recommendation are required at the time of interview. Official transcripts must be provided if hired.

The salary range for this position is $800.00 - $943.00 per contact hour. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale. Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.