Part-Time Instructor of Psychology

Yosemite Community College District

Modesto (CA)

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USD 107,000 - 172,000

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Job summary

Yosemite Community College District’s Modesto Junior College is seeking a Part-Time Instructor of Psychology in the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences. The position supports a diverse student population and may include online, evening, and occasional Saturday teaching.

The successful candidate will join a psychology department focused on equity and student success, with duties including instruction, assessment, and collaboration with colleagues to advance curriculum and pedagogy.

Qualifications

Master’s in psychology or Bachelor’s in psychology and Master’s in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience or social work.
District equity and diversity knowledge; sensitivity to diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

Teach lower-division, introductory Psychology courses.
Advance equitable learning through instruction aligned with course outlines.
Inform students of requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance.
Prepare and grade assignments and exams; report academic progress.
Maintain attendance and scholastic records per policies and deadlines.
Develop and assess student-learning outcomes; use results for improvement.
Engage in data inquiry and self-assessment for student success and equity.
Participate in professional development and FLEX requirements.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Equity focus

Education

Master’s in psychology

Bachelor’s in psychology + Master’s in counseling/sociology/statistics/neuroscience/social work

Job description

Part-Time Instructor of Psychology - School of Behavioral and Social Sciences - Modesto Junior College 2026-2027

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Application Close Date: Wednesday, June 30th, 2027 at 11:59pm
*Once your application is submitted to this system you will not be able to update your materials. To reactivate an application, contact the Recruitment Office, (209) 575-6900 or email at Recruitment@yosemite.edu.
Part-Time pools remain open for up to twelve (12) months. Applications will be viewed by Departments throughout that time on an “as need” basis near and/or at the beginning of each semester.

Modesto Junior College (MJC) is seeking a part-time faculty member in the Psychology Department. The ideal candidate will share MJC’s commitment to educating its racially and socio-economically diverse student population. MJC currently serves about 24,000 students annually, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations, with the following breakdown: 53.5% Hispanic, 35.1% White, 4.9% Asian, 3.4% African-American/Black, 1.4% Filipino, 0.5% Native American, 1.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% Multiracial/Other (MJC Office of Institutional Effectiveness: https://www.mjc.edu/general/research/demographics/index.php)

MJC is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the college has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The successful candidate will join a college already fully engaged in exploring new wrap-around student support services and innovative pedagogical techniques to improve equity and overall student success.

The successful candidate will join a Psychology department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through the implementation of strategies geared to increase student completion and mastery of the concepts of psychological science.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Part-Time Instructor of Psychology - School of Behavioral and Social Sciences - Modesto Junior College 2026-2027

The Hourly Range: $78.15 to $124.94
Doctorate Range: $92.09 to $128.22
(2025-2026 Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule)
Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.

Not Eligible for Benefits:
With the exception of Workers’ Compensation coverage, not eligible to participate in the District’s benefit programs.

Position Summary Information

Scope of Assignment

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s in psychology OR Bachelor’s in psychology AND Master’s in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience or social work OR the equivalent.

Determined by California State Chancellors Office. Click hyperlink for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications.

The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above. For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below:

Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS

Mobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level.
Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes.
Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.
Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Desirable Qualifications

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS

Ability to develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity.
Enthusiasm for the learning process.
Commitment to supportive relationships with students and colleagues.
Participate in professional growth and remain current in subject area and major state initiatives.
Ability to operate effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity.
Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success.
Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance and to work collaboratively.
Personal qualifications such as effective interpersonal communication skills, participation in community affairs, ability to conduct effective public presentations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or experience in teaching introductory Psychology courses at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills.
Current knowledge of scholarly research in the field of Biological Psychology, Social Psychology, Psychopathology, Gender, Sexuality, and/or Human Development.
Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level.
Competent in new pedagogies, such as interactive and student-centered learning designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and other pedagogies directed at improving student success and student equity.
Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minoritized students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in the field of Psychology, especially as it relates to the relevancy of students’ lives, interests, and communities;
Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within coursework and the classroom;
Demonstrated knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices.

Example of Duties

GENERAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and/or on Saturdays. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Teaching lower-division, introductory Psychology courses.
Advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines.
Informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements.
Preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress.
Maintaining attendance, scholastic, and other records and submitting them according to published policies and deadlines.
Developing, implementing, and assessing student-learning outcomes for courses and programs and using the results for improvement.
Engaging in data inquiry and self-assessment to develop strategies for student success, persistence, and equity.
Participating in professional development activities to fulfill mandatory FLEX requirements
Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies to meet the needs of all learning styles.
Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.

Federal law requires the District employ only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.

TRANSCRIPTS : At the time an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts. Instructors with advanced degrees and coursework shall be attached during the application process. An ORIGINAL of the evaluation(s) must be presented at the time of hire.

FOREIGN DEGREES : Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association. A copy of the evaluation must be attached during the application process. An ORIGINAL of the evaluation(s) must be presented at the time of hire.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

BACKGROUND CHECK : A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. Employment will not begin until the history check has been cleared by Human Resources. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

The District may hire more than one applicant from this applicant pool.

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Yosemite Community College District (Modesto Junior College and Columbia College) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at: https://www.yosemite.edu/trustees/board_policy/3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf

Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms “as defined in” the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act ( VAWA ): Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.

In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504/Title II policies:

District Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Yosemite Community College District
2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA 95358

Licenses and Certificates

Open Date

07/01/2026

Close Date

06/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Required Documents

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