Associate Faculty - Psychology

Post University; Waterbury (CT); Hybrid; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution is seeking Associate Faculty members to teach psychology courses either online or on campus. Candidates must hold a master’s degree and possess considerable experience in psychology or a related field. Responsibilities include facilitating class instruction, managing classroom interactions, and evaluating student performance. This part-time position requires adherence to academic standards and participation in course discussions. Ideal candidates should also demonstrate strong proficiency in academic writing and formatting standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and significant experience in psychology or related field required.
• Must have college transcripts (official) on file.
• Proficiency in APA 7th edition formatting and academic writing standards needed.
• Completion of onboarding training including Blackboard LMS.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned class adhering to learning outcomes and syllabi.
• Evaluate student performance based on course deliverables.
• Participate in discussions and maintain student engagement.
• Engage students actively and participate in discussions and activities.
• Coordinate with program chairs to ensure course integrity.

Skills

Proficiency in APA 7th edition formatting

Strong academic writing skills

Experience in psychology

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Post University Psychology Programs seeks Associate Faculty members to teach courses in either our online or main campus teaching modalities. Courses include, but are not limited to, PSY101: Fundamentals of Psychology I, Child Development, Lifespan Development, Applied Behavior Analysis, Learning Theory, Personality, Abnormal Psychology, Drugs and Behavior, Language Development, and Psychology Capstone. Courses are offered to Associate Faculty Members based on their expertise in the topic. An Associate Faculty Member is a part-time employee hired to teach specific course(s) during an academic session or term on a part-time basis. As an instructor, the Associate Faculty Member's primary duty is to convey the course material so that students can attain the instructional Outcomes of the course. The Associate Faculty Member's minimum obligation to the University is to fulfill the requirements specified for each course and comply with the University's procedures and regulations. This position requires a master’s degree and significant experience in psychology or a closely related field. Candidates who do not meet these non-negotiable qualifications will not be considered.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate Class Instruction: The Associate Faculty member is responsible for teaching the assigned class in accordance with learning outcomes and syllabi specified by the Program Chairs of the area and by Post University.
• Classroom Management: The Associate Faculty member is responsible for adhering to all Post University policies and guidelines as they pertain to course conduct and academic expectations for engagement. As the primary contact with students in the course, the Associate Faculty member is expected to work closely with their Program Chairs and Student Advising to address areas of concern.
• Evaluate Student Performance: The Associate Faculty member is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All interim course grades will be posted on the Blackboard Grade Center. Final course grades will be posted to the University's system, known as WebReg.
• Adhere to Course Guidelines: The Associate Faculty member is responsible for participation in any discussion boards, class discussions, and chat sessions as determined by the course. The Assistant/Program Chair shall set the required minimum, but it should be recognized that Post University, in general, requires all Instructors to fully engage students and maintain a high-touch effort with students.
• Respond Promptly to Grade Determination: The Associate Faculty member should submit grades for any assignments, discussion board exercises, exams, and course completion according to the established requirements. When determining the acceptance of late work, demonstrate the ability to exercise appropriate student leniency when warranted, while maintaining academic standards and course integrity. Participate and coordinate end-of-class "close the loop" meetings with APM as required.

Minimum Qualifications & Competencies

The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

• All Associate Faculty must have, at a minimum, a master’s degree and significant experience in psychology or a closely related field.
• In addition, each Associate Faculty member must have college transcripts (official) on file with Associate Experience to be considered for employment.
• Prospective Associate Faculty members must also demonstrate proficiency in APA 7th edition formatting and academic writing standards.
• Prospective Associate Faculty members will also need to complete a mandatory onboarding training, including Blackboard Learning Management System training.