Part-time Faculty: Psychology Instructor (hiring pool)

Lakeland Community College; Eastlake (OH); On-site; USD 2,400 - 4,800; Part time

Job summary

Lakeland Community College invites qualified candidates to teach one or two sections of Psychology 1500 – Introduction to Psychology at the Northern Career Institute of Eastlake, a Lakeland College Credit Plus partner. This is a part-time position for Spring Semester 2027 (January–May 2027).

The course meets Tuesday/Thursday, 10:15 a.m.–11:30 a.m., and carries 3 units of load. The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in psychology with 18 graduate psychology credits; preferred: prior college

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 18 graduate credit hours in psychology (either as part of the degree or additional coursework beyond the degree).
• Preferred: Master's degree in psychology and experience teaching college-level courses at a community college.

Responsibilities

• Teach PSYC 1500 – Introduction to Psychology at NCI of Eastlake.
• Deliver course content according to syllabus and load.
• Meet the schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, 10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Skills

Teaching experience

College-level courses

Education

Master's degree in psychology

18 graduate credit hours in psychology

Job description

Lakeland Community College invites qualified candidates to submit their application to teach one or two sections of Psychology 1500 –Introduction to Psychology at the Northern Career Institute of Eastlake, a Lakeland College Credit Plus partner.

Spring Semester:

January – May 2027

Course: PSYC 1500 –

Introduction to Psychology (3 units of load) at NCI of Eastlake

Course Description:

This course, as outlined by the American Psychological Association, provides a general introduction to the discipline of psychology. It covers the origins of psychology, major perspectives in contemporary psychology, research methodology, biological bases of psychological functions, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning, memory, human development across the lifespan, social psychology, personality, psychopathology, and therapy. (3 contact hours)

Course Times Available:

• Tuesday/Thursday, 10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Required: Master's degree and 18 graduate credit hours in psychology (either as part of the degree or additional coursework beyond the degree).
• Preferred: Master's degree in psychology and experience teaching college-level courses at a community college.

COMPENSATION:

Part-time faculty earn $792/unit of load. Please visit our website to review Lakeland's Benefits for Adjunct Faculty, including information on paid leave, professional development, partial fee waiver, employee assistance program, and more.

Applications are being accepted through November 20, 2026.

Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer. We have a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seek a broad spectrum of candidates and will not unlawfully discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, ancestry, veteran or Vietnam-era veteran status, age, or familial status. Underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If your disability requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575