Psychology Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Fall 2026

Union County College; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Union County College seeks Psychology Adjunct Faculty for DAY COURSES in Cranford. Faculty teach in person and/or online as scheduled, with responsibilities for grading, attendance, and student advising.

Required is a Master's degree and community college teaching experience. Official transcripts should be provided prior to interview and job offers may be contingent on credentials.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in the discipline required; teaching experience preferred.
• Must be able to teach in person or online as appropriate.
• Official transcripts must be submitted prior to interview.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned psychology courses as published in the catalog and syllabus.
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records and submit reports on time.
• Adhere to college policies and participate in assessment of learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate library resources and diverse perspectives.

Skills

Course instruction

Student advising

Online teaching

Assessment of learning outcomes

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology or related field

Teaching experience at community college

Official transcripts available

Job description

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Psychology Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Fall 2026

Position Information Position Title Psychology Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Fall 2026 Campus Cranford, Elizabeth, Plainfield Department Psychology/Sociology Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct Adjunct Exempt or Non-Exempt Exempt Regular,Temporary, or Grant Regular

General Description

• Faculty member's responsibilities shall be teaching courses as assigned.
• Faculty member must possess a willingness to teach in person and/or be certified to teach online.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with description published in catalog and the approved course syllabus, in accordance with schedule of classes and incorporating interactive approaches, technologies and methods when possible.
• Incorporates an appreciation of diverse lifestyles, cultures and national perspectives into courses.
• Incorporates the use of the library into courses, uses writing as an instructional method, and utilizes computing and other academic technologies in courses when possible.
• Meets all scheduled class meetings.
• Advises Division Dean/Assistant Dean of absences in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate grade and attendance records for students enrolled in classes and submits required reports to Dean/ Assistant Dean or Student Records Office.
• Submits grades per published deadline.
• Participates in assessment of learning outcomes and demonstrates the use of the results of these assessments in course planning.
• Plans in advance to ensure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to successful teaching of assigned classes.
• Submits progress reports on students for counseling, athletic oversight, and record keeping purposes and discusses with counselors and other appropriate personnel any problems of students which may require special attention.
• Adheres to College policies and procedures.

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree in the discipline required unless otherwise specified.
• Some teaching experience is required.
• Unofficial college transcripts must be submitted prior to interview.
• Additional official transcripts must be submitted to Human Resources upon hire.

Experience

• Teaching experience at the community college level.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Certification or license as needed and appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduates.
• Willingness to use alternatives educational delivery systems and instructional techniques.
• Commitment to incorporation of library, computers, writing and culturally diverse perspective into the curriculum.
• Knowledge of competency-based education.
• Commitment to the practice of providing for out-of-class interaction with students.
• Commitment to continued assessment of the teaching-learning process and its outcomes.
• Commitment to continual professional growth and development.
• Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline.
• Fundamental competency in the use of information technology.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position's duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel required.

EEO Statement

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age