Adjunct Psychology - Professor - Largo, Maryland, United States job with Prince George's Community College | 37366967 (2024)

Adjunct Faculty

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct Psychology - Professor

Position Type

Faculty

Department

SOCIAL SCIENCES

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Fixed Term/Tenure Track

Fixed Term

Grade

.

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Job Description Summary

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning,preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instructionand related activities during the day, evening, or weekend viainstructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid,online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offeredon any Prince George’s Community College campus, or at off-campuslocations. The instructor must remain current in the disciplinearea and continually explore teaching methods and strategies toengage learners, organize and plan instructional content thataccommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriateassessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. Theinstructor is also responsible for participating in relatedactivities to include professional development, academic advising,curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required

• This adjunct faculty position requires a combination ofeducation, training, credentials, and/or experience that meets theneeds of the Social Sciences department
• Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology or a relateddiscipline is required
• Official documentation of credentials and degrees is required;degrees are recognized only if earned at an accreditedinstitution.

Preferred

• Experience teaching in a Psychology-related discipline at thecollege-level courses in the discipline is preferred
• Experience teaching in a variety of modalities (i.e.face-to-face, synchronous remote, and asynchronous online) ispreferred
• Willingness to teach in non-traditional formats (online,remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings andaccelerated) is preferred.
• Other requirements as needed for the discipline

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge and mastery of course content
• Ability to provide service to diverse populations using astudent-centered approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty andstaff
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction
• Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities,as needed
• Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet,instructional software, learning management system,videoconferencing, etc.).
• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict managementskills
• Research skills (where appropriate)
• Time management, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Language skills

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the solecriteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to reviewthe applications of those persons who meet the stated minimumqualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will beinterviewed. Other information and observations made during theinterview process may be considered in the selection process. AResume/CV and cover letter are required with the application.Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed belowfor this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunctionwith course outcomes.
• Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teachcourse content via an appropriate delivery format (may includeface-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
• Complete mandated institutional trainings and professionaldevelopment as required
• Follow department and division requirements for preparing acourse syllabus
• Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promotestudent engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directedby the department; inform students in a timely manner of theirprogress
• Create and administer assessments that monitor studentprogress; provide timely student feedback.
• Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include(as applicable) an overview of the course syllabus, an outline ofcourse objectives, course requirements, attendance policy, gradingsystem, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.
• Notify students of key dates and course adjustments
• Comply with attendance and grading requirements as establishedfor the course (may include maintaining an up-to-date electronicgrade book, and entering final grades by the established duedate).
• Maintain accurate class records; submit required class recordsby the established due date
• Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessmentprocesses as directed.
• Follow department and division requirements for maintainingoffice hours, advising students, and referring students toappropriate resources.
• Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours withthe exception of weekends and holidays. Maintain regularcommunication with students. Use the assigned PGCC email forcommunication with the department and with students.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectivelycommunicate and interact with other employees and the publicthrough the use of the telephone and personal contact as normallydefined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feelobjects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use andoperate various items of office related equipment, such as, but notlimited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and faxmachine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping,and repetitive motions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and writtenstandard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to presentacceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are aU.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offerof employment. A signed authorization for the release of personalinformation will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required?

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children ordirectly engaging with minor children on campus?

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ADJ20111/12

Open Date

11/22/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled

No

Background Check Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants

Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George’s Community College’scurrent vaccine mandate will expire for students, faculty, andstaff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will bevoluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructionalspaces. Although the College will no longer require new employeesand students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment orinstruction based on current public health conditions, COVID -19vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.Prince George’s Community College is committed toproviding a safe campus community. PGCC conducts backgroundinvestigations for applicants being considered for employment.Background investigations include reference checks, a criminalhistory record check, education verification, and when appropriate,a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Application Status ; you will receive an emailacknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time nofurther communication occurs unless selected for an interview orthe position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication isimmediately sent to your references listed on your application.Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRightrequesting you to submit authorization to complete a backgroundinvestigation.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Master's Degree or equivalent* in Psychology? *See Minimum Qualifications.
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have teaching experience at the college or high schoollevel, in area of concentration, or significant professionalexperience relevant to the teaching area? See MinimumQualifications
   • Yes
   • No
3. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If youselected 'Other' please indicate source:

   (Open Ended Question)

4. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • HERC
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Personal Referral
   • PGCC Website
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
   • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • The Washington Post
   • Other: Please indicate below
   • Educause

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation 1
3. Letter of Recommendation 2
4. Other