Part-Time Psychology Instructor—Equity‑Focused Teaching

Yosemite Community College District; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 172,000; Part time

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

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.