Fall - Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

Adjunct Faculty Position

NHTI is seeking a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach a variety of psychology courses. These courses provide students with essential knowledge of fundamental facts and principles of psychology within the broader context of contemporary personal and social concerns. Topics may include the historical development of the discipline, scientific methodology, human development, motivational theory, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, thinking, memory, emotions, biological basis of behavior, personality theory, psychopathology, therapy, and research methodology.

Course Details:

• Course Name:
  Introduction to Psychology, Psychological Disorders, and Human Growth & Development
• Credits: 3
• Lecture
  
  Hours:
  
  3 hours/weekly
• Lab/Practicum
  
  Hours:
  
  None
• Schedule:
  
  One day a week, 3 hours a day.
• Location:
  
  NHTI Campus, Concord, NH

Course

Description:

Psychology is an exciting and changing field that has an impact on your life. Although it is little more than a century old as a formal discipline, the study of psychology has revolutionized how we look at others and ourselves. While psychologists are involved in a broad range of specialties, they share the common goal of attempting to understand behavior. Hopefully, throughout this course you will find that many of the topics covered have relevance in your own life.

You may find that you look at some situations differently, that you have some new insights into human behaviors, including your own.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach the assigned course using provided curriculum and instructional materials aligned with program standards.
• Facilitate class discussions, assignments, and assessments to foster student engagement and learning.
• Provide regular feedback and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Maintain professional currency in the field and comply with college policies and standards.
• Keep current on college and departmental expectations and meeting records.
• Monitor and maintain daily email communication with students, faculty, staff and department chair.
• Follow all rules, regulations, and requirements of NHTI and the Social Sciences department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Master's degree in Psychology or equivalent
• Experience:
  
  Prior teaching experience required and familiarity with Canvas (or similar LMS) preferred.
• Residency:
  Must reside in NH

Application Process:

Submit a completed employment application with a cover letter, CV/resume, and copies of official or unofficial transcripts. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Employment history sections stating "see resume" will not be accepted.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Professor Kelly Luedtke

Kluedtke