Part-Time Adjunct: Psychology & Counseling Instructor

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 3,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) seeks qualified candidates for adjunct faculty teaching positions in the Department of Psychology and Counseling. The role involves delivering undergraduate and graduate coursework, creating engaging learning environments, and using Canvas for online management.

Appointments are part-time, non-benefit, with per-course compensation. Transcripts and official verification of degrees are required, with Visa sponsorship not available for these positions.

Qualifications

• Appropriate minimum degree for the level of class being taught.
• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field to teach Psychology undergraduate courses.
• Master’s degree in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, or Psychology, with experience to teach in the Counseling Masters program.
• Doctoral degree in Psychology to teach in the Clinical Psychology graduate program.
• Experience and knowledge relevant to the content area being taught.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain civil, inclusive learning environments.
• Deliver curriculum through high-quality course instruction.
• Articulate learning objectives for students in the course.
• Provide prompt, objective feedback on student work.
• Adhere to university standards of professionalism and maintain records.
• Use technology to enhance learning and engage students in critical thinking.

Skills

Civil, inclusive learning environments

High quality instruction

Clear communication

Critical thinking facilitation

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or related field

Master’s degree in Counseling or related field

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Tools

Canvas

Job description

University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) seeks qualified candidates for adjunct faculty teaching positions in the Department of Psychology and Counseling. The role involves delivering undergraduate and graduate coursework, creating engaging learning environments, and using Canvas for online management.

Appointments are part-time, non-benefit, with per-course compensation. Transcripts and official verification of degrees are required, with Visa sponsorship not available for these positions.