Faculty Fellow - Psychology

Ivy Tech Community College; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Indiana seeks a Faculty Fellow in psychology to provide engaging instruction across delivery methods, support student success, and contribute to retention initiatives. The role emphasizes feedback, mentoring, and using Canvas to enhance learning outcomes.

The position begins in January 2027 with a potential for renewal, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development within a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Earned master’s or higher degree in psychology, educational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, social psychology, or related field.
• Alternatively, hold a master’s or higher in any discipline with 18 grad hours in psych-related courses, including stats/research methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classes using pedagogy and technology to support student learning and program outcomes.
• Develop and maintain course materials, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Maintain student records, attendance, and grades; ensure safe lab environment and equipment upkeep.
• Facilitate student achievement of program outcomes and use LMS tools for learning and communication.

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or related field

Master’s degree in any field with 18 graduate hours in psychology-related courses (including statistics/research methods)

Job description

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.
The purpose of a Faculty Fellow position is to provide meaningful teaching experience for recent graduates of master’s or doctoral programs with minimal or no teaching experience (must have less than two years or equivalent of full-time college-level teaching experience).

One academic-year contract with a potential for a second academic-year contract. Contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance. Two-year maximum allowed per individual per region.

This position is eligible for full-time employee benefits apart from retirement benefits and tuition assistance. Anticipated start date to be the Spring 2027 semester (January 2027).

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

INSTRUCTION

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices. Maintain a safe lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy.
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental, division, and/or faculty meetings.
• Support program/department chair in program management activities.
• Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Compensation: $48,000 for 9-month contract. Extra summer contract available dependent on enrollment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A qualified faculty member in psychology meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in psychology, educational psychology, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, social psychology, or any other professionally recognized specialty in psychology, or
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in psychology-related courses, including a course in statistics and/or research methodology.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and must have less than two years or equivalent of full-time college-level teaching experience.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.