Psychology Instructor - Adjunct

Looking for Instructors to Support In-Person Classes on Our Campuses

The Social Science Division at Green River College invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach General Psychology (Psyc&100) classes on campus.

The successful candidate embraces the community college mission and is passionate about teaching and empowering students to be successful.

Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% academic transfer students, 34% professional‑technical students, 15% adult basic education students, and 3% applied bachelor degree students. Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw. Programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and continuing education students.

Service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.

We commit to being an anti‑racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.

The college definition of equity encompasses all identities, including race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand that individual needs vary widely and that the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.

• Master's degree in psychology.
• Experience teaching General Psychology at the college level.

• Ph.D. in Psychology.

Green River College welcomes faculty who have a commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to utilize a variety of methods of instruction to ensure student success. Given the diversity of our student population, we encourage applications from faculty who can adapt teaching methods to a wide range of student backgrounds and interests.

Attach the following with your completed online application and responses to the supplemental questions:

• Resume.

At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring H1‑B visas.

All offers of employment are subject to background checks. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check may be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law RCW 28B.112.080.

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