Assistant Professor - Psychology

kilgorecollege; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition scholarships

36-hour work week

Job summary

Kilgore College in Kilgore, TX, invites applications for a 9-month psychology faculty position in the Social & Behavioral Sciences Department to teach Psychology across Kilgore or Longview campuses, including dual credit and online sections.

The workload includes 15 contact hours and 10 office hours per week. Faculty are expected to participate in committees, professional development, student recruitment, retention activities, and required record-keeping. Start date: January 4, 2027.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate psychology hours.
• Experience teaching psychology courses.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to student success.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and facilitate the instructional process relating to Psychology curriculum.
• Keep abreast of developments in the discipline and instructional methodology.
• Participate in professional development programs and activities.
• Adhere to college policies and support advising, registration, and graduation activities.
• Develop syllabi, manage classroom guidelines, and use instructional technology.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Classroom management

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

18 graduate hours in Psychology

Job description

Position Summary

This is a 9-month faculty position within the Social & Behavioral Sciences Department. A full load consists of 15 contact hours, and 10 office hours. Expectations for this position include teaching Psychology courses during daytime or evening hours on the Kilgore or Longview campus, teaching at off-campus dual credit sites, and/or teaching online. Faculty members teach and supervise all learning experiences and evaluate student performance in the classroom. It is expected that all faculty participate in committee work, professional development activities, student recruitment and retention activities, and record keeping. Additional expectations, policies, and guidance for faculty performance of their duties are available in the Kilgore College Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and the Faculty Handbook.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and facilitate the instructional process relating to Psychology curriculum.
• Work closely with other faculty and advisory committees to ensure that course offerings and degreeplans remain relevant to the community.
• Keep abreast of developments in the discipline and in instructional methodology.
• Support and participate in appropriate professional development programs and activities.
• Support and adhere to the academic policies and procedures of the college, the division, and thedepartment.
• Interpret college policies for students in a positive manner.
• Develop, maintain, and follow syllabi for courses.
• Participate with appropriate administration in the development of guidelines for classroommanagement.
• Participate in advising, registration, and graduation as needed.
• Communicate with the appropriate chair and/or dean as to the need for instructional materials,equipment, and professional development.
• Maintain a harmonious and collegial relationship with other members of the faculty and staff.
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance.
• Administer student appraisals of courses in compliance with college policy.
• Attend necessary conferences and seminars to remain current in the field.
• Represent Kilgore College through involvement in college and community activities.
• Serve on various departmental, divisional, and/or college committees.
• Expectations for this position may include the following: teach in afternoons and/or evenings (non-peak times); teach dual credit classes in high schools; develop and teach web classes; develop andteach hybrid or remote classes; and use instructional technology in the classroom.
• All full-time faculty are required to complete online course certification through the KC FacultyInnovation Center within their first year of employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Requirements

• A Master’s degree or higher with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
• Preference may be given to applicants with related work experience and previous teaching experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of technology, well-organized and thorough, able to work well with littlesupervision, and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability to interact in a courteous and professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, staff, andstudents.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• 0 Full-Time Direct Reports 0 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or moveup to 30 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety

• Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Salary & Benefits

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan ‘ORP’ for full time faculty.
• Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities
• Full Time employees are eligible for thePublic Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service.
• Tuition scholarships arefor the employee and dependents.
• Compensation for this 9-month position is based on years of teaching at institutionsof higher education, and highest level of education. Base pay for no experience ranges from$42,052for an associate's degree to $51,894for a doctorate. Overload and summer classes are paid separately.

The Start date for the position will be January 4th 2027.

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program.

All full-time positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully work from home positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus. Some Part-Time and Adjunct positions may be offsite but the candidate MUST live in the State of Texas.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 7,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Some Adjunct and Part-Time teaching positions may remain open perpetually as the need for part time instructors fluctuates with student enrollment. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.