Faculty Adjunct, Psychology

Dallas College; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks qualified faculty to teach in credit, workforce education, or developmental courses. Positions require an on-campus presence; after six months, some roles may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement based on responsibilities, operational needs, and policy.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree (or higher) with 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline, plus relevant work experience. Bilingual abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline for credit courses.
• Three (3) years of direct or related work experience for workforce education or certificate courses.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in the specific teaching discipline for developmental courses; official transcripts required at interview.

Responsibilities

• Provides students with a written course syllabus.
• Participates in evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to improve learning.
• Recommends books and materials, revising curricula and teaching assignments as appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and complete course records.
• Performs professional activities and collaborates with the division dean to meet goals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Diversity engagement

Customer service

Education

Master's degree or higher

18 graduate hours in teaching discipline

Bachelor's degree in teaching discipline

Job description

Compensation Range

• H02
• Hourly Rate
• Varies by Program and Contract
• FLSA
• United States of America (Exempt)

Position Type

Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation.

After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and DallasCollege policy.

Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students.
• Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences.
• The ability to provide quality customer service.

Physical Requirements

May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

For credit classes transferable towards a higher degree: Master's degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline for credit courses.

For workforce education degree or certificate courses: a combination of academic preparation and work experience, including three (3) years of direct or related work experience other than teaching.

For developmental courses: Bachelor's degree or higher in the specific teaching discipline and demonstrated competency (i.e., teaching experience, honors, graduate course work or other related accomplishments). Official transcripts will be required at time of interview.

Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides students with a written course syllabus.
• Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
• Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and complete course records.
• Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions.
• Values the collaborative process.
• Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles to incorporate delivery of learning styles in instruction.
• Participates in student advising and registration.
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.
• Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System's calendar and contractual obligations.
• Complies with Dallas College board policies, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
• Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests.
• Serves on and attends college committees as assigned.
• Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities.
• Participates in his/her own performance appraisal.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds.
• May work with student clubs and/or organizations.
• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Dallas College and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students.
• Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportu