Psychological Sciences Adjunct

Salem-Academy-and-Colleg; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Academy and College in Winston-Salem, NC invites applications for an adjunct instructor in Psychological Sciences to teach two courses: Social Psychology and Psychology of Personality. The role includes developing course materials, syllabi, assignments, and CMS content, and assessing student work.

The candidate will maintain attendance records, meet deadlines, and conduct at least two office hours weekly, engaging in professional development and departmental meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Psychology with at least 18 graduate-level psychology hours.
• Experience teaching psychology at undergraduate or graduate level as instructor of record.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and CMS.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Psychology and Psychology of Personality courses.
• Prepare syllabi, homework, and CMS materials for each course.
• Evaluate and grade student work and exams.
• Maintain attendance records and other required documentation by deadlines.
• Hold a minimum of two office hours per week and participate in meetings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

About Salem Academy and CollegeSalem Academy and College is the oldest continuously operating educational institution for girls and women in the country. Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich 254-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders.Position SummaryThe Psychological Sciences adjunct teaches courses in the Psychological Sciences program, preparing and delivering in-person learning activities designed to achieve course outcomes. Specifically, this position is needed to teach two courses, Social Psychology and Psychology of Personality.The adjunct will develop course materials, including syllabi, homework assignments, and content for the Course Management System (CMS). They will evaluate and grade students’ class work, online work, assignments, papers, and examinations, while holding a minimum of two regularly scheduled office hours per week throughout the semester.They must maintain and submit student attendance records, grades, and other required documentation by specified deadlines, as well as prepare and maintain course materials within the Salem College Course Management System for each course taught and communicate with enrolled students through a Salem email account. Additionally, participate in periodic meetings with supervisors, the division, or the College related to teaching responsibilities, as well as training and professional development.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeaches courses in Psychological Sciences program.Prepares and delivers in-person learning activities in order to achieve course outcomesPrepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and material for Course Management System (CMS).Evaluates and grades students’ class work, online work, assignments, papers, and examinationsHolds a minimum of two regularly-scheduled office hours per week of classes throughout the semesterMaintains and submits student attendance records, grades and other required documentation by specified deadlinesPrepares and maintains material on the Salem College Course Management System (CMS), for each course taught Communicates with enrolled students through the use of a Salem email accountParticipates in periodic meetings with supervisors, division, or College, relative to teaching duties and training and developmentRequired QualificationsMaster’s degree or higher in Psychology or related discipline with at least 18 graduate-level course hours in PsychologyPrior experience teaching classes in psychology at the undergraduate or graduate level as instructor of recordExperience in instructional technologyDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or equivalentExcellent communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skillsSensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of the communityPhysical FunctionsWhile performing the responsibilities of the course instructor, the employee is required to sit for varying lengths of time; bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally stand, walk, and kneel and regularly ascend/descend stairs; use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard; perform extended periods of work at a computer workstation, view a computer monitor; perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and receive detailed information through oral communication; express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word; and work in an office setting.Preferred Qualifications:At least 2 years of experience teaching in higher education.Experience teaching social psychologyExperience teaching courses in psychology of personalitySalem College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.For questions, contact Brett Woods, Dean of the College and Vice President of Academic Affairs at [e-mail]