Psychology Instructor - Adjunct (onsite)

Everglades University; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Everglades University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor responsible for delivering instruction and maintaining classrooms. The role includes student engagement, attendance tracking, and adherence to university policies.

Applicants should have a Master's Degree in Psychology or related field with at least 2-4 years of experience in mental health services. Responsibilities include conducting classes on schedule, submitting grades timely, and maintaining classroom order.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of experience delivering mental health services.
• Demonstrated ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Master's Degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attendance records daily and weekly.
• Conduct classes according to the scheduled times.
• Motivate students and assist with academic issues.
• Submit grades by Monday 5pm EST after each term.

Skills

Mental health service delivery

Stress management

Crisis counseling

Ability to respond in high-pressure situations

Education

Master's Degree in General Psychology

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology

Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling

Master's Degree in Development Psychology

Job description

Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom/student maintenance.

Position Requirements

• 2-4+ years of direct experience delivering mental health services, including stress management, development support initiatives, and crisis counseling, with a demonstrated ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Required: Master's Degree in General Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Development Psychology
• Preferred, Terminal Degree in discipline

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly)
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses
• Notify registrar of changes in roster
• Prevent "do not admit" students from entering class until cleared
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area
• Conduct class according to scheduled times
• Prevent excessive breaksAvoid dismissing classes early
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught
• Complete annual professional development plans
• Tutor students as necessary
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct