Psychology Instructor

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.  The instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Community College System policy. This is a multi-site role with a primary base at either the Huntsville or Decatur Campus.

Salary:
Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule D: $46,590- $94,363 (9 months)

An additional summer assignment may be available: $14,384 - $29,184 (3 months)

(Salary placement within this range is determined by your academic credentials and documented years of full-time related work experience)

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

* An on-line application

* Current résumé

* Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offe is made.

* Teach at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, on the Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park Campus or at other sites, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid or web format, and distance education.

* Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.

* Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.

* Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.

* Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.

* Participate in scheduled in-service activities.

* Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.

* Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.

* Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.

* Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.

* Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work.  Maintain assigned office hours.

* Maintain or increase competency in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.

* Promote positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries, and agencies.

* Perform all duties with professionalism.

* Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program.

* Serve on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution when appointed or when elected.

* Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.

* Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

* A minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology from an accredited institution is required.

* Demonstrated expertise in the subject area is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

* Documented evidence in the proficiency of use current educational technologies in the classroom including internet, e-mail, and computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc).

* Excellent oral and written communication skills.

* Experience teaching at a community college.

* Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction.

* Previous experience using WebCT, Canvas, or other course management software, from an instructor standpoint.

* Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required.

* An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system.

* Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

* Ability to deal effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the…