Instructor, Psychology

State of Georgia; Marietta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Flexible benefits program

Job summary

The State of Georgia invites applications for a Psychology Instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College. Under supervision of the Associate Dean of Social Sciences, you will deliver instruction in psychology, develop syllabi, and guide student learning across campuses.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Psychology with 18 graduate hours, plus at least three years of teaching experience and experience with Blackboard or similar LMS.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with at least 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
• Minimum three years of post-secondary teaching experience.
• Experience teaching face-to-face and online courses via Blackboard or a similar LMS.

Responsibilities

• Instructs psychology courses and develops syllabi, goals, and objectives.
• Evaluates student progress and maintains required documentation and reports.
• Participates in college committees and supports advisement and tutoring.
• Provides instruction on multiple campuses as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

18 graduate hours in Psychology

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Job description

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: Psychology Instructor

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under supervision of the Associate Dean of Social Sciences and Dean of Arts and Sciences, performs all aspects of instruction for academic Psychology courses. Develops course syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; attends staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences; assists in academic support services, including advisement and tutoring. Serves on college committees, participates in community service activities, and/or participates in college initiatives; meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues; assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts; will be required to provide instruction on multiple campuses. Employment is with Chattahoochee Technical College and not with an individual campus. All employees are subject to work relocation based on college needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational Level: Master’s degree in Psychology from a regionally accredited four-year college or university. Minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology coursework.
• Please Note: Coursework in Counseling and/or Social Work cannot be substituted for the required 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology coursework.
• Minimum three years of post-secondary teaching experience, preferably in a full-time position.
• Post-secondary experience teaching face-to-face and online courses via Blackboard or a similar learning management system (LMS).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer literacy skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (In addition to the minimum qualifications)

• PhD degree in Psychology.

SALARY/BENEFITS

$60,320 annual salary. Benefits include paid holidays, annual leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program. Please be aware that all Chattahoochee Technical College employees must be paid by DIRECT DEPOSIT unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.

RESPONSE DEADLINE

Until filled

ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE

August 2026

EMPLOYMENT POLICY

Chattahoochee Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Inquiries related to the college’s accreditation by the Commission may be directed to SACSCOC, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033‑4097 or telephone 404‑679‑4500. Questions related to admissions and the policies, programs, and practices of Chattahoochee Technical College should be directed to the College.

As set forth in its student catalog, Chattahoochee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Chattahoochee Technical College Title IX Coordinator, Shanequa “Nickkie” Warrington, Marietta Campus, 980 South Cobb Drive, Building C 1102B, Marietta, GA 30060, 770‑975‑4023, or [e-mail] , and Chattahoochee Technical College Section 504 Coordinator, Caitlin Barton, 5198 Ross Road, Building A1320, Acworth, GA 30102, (770) 975‑4099, or [e-mail]

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.