Faculty Fellow - Psychology

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives;

conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

The purpose of a Faculty Fellow position is to provide meaningful teaching experience for recent graduates of master's or doctoral programs with limited classroom experience.

One academic-year contract with a potential for a second academic-year contract. Contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance. Two-year maximum allowed per individual per region.

This position is eligible for full-time employee benefits apart from retirement benefits and tuition assistance.

* INSTRUCTION

* Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.

* Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.

* Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices. Maintain a safe lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.

* Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.

* Use Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.

* RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

* Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

* Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.

* Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy.

* Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

* PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

* Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

* Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.

* Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

* COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

* Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.

* Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

* INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

* Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.

* Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.

* Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental, division, and/or faculty meetings.

* Support program/department chair in program management activities.

* Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties…