Psychology Instructor

Psychology Instructor

Position Title - Psychology Instructor

Pay Grade Level - F-FT

FLSA - Exempt

Benefits - Health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health savings accounts, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems orTIAA401(a) 13% employer contribution,TIAA403(b), sick and personal leave time, paid holidays,YMCAmembership, Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement and professional development support.

Department - Social Behaviorial Science

Campus Location - Escanaba

Pay Rate

Min Salary - $48,780

Max Salary - $100,505

FTE - 1

Full-time/Part-time - Full-Time

Position Type - Faculty

Job Summary/Basic Function - The Psychology Instructor is responsible for teaching Psychology courses at Bay de Noc Community College primarily at the Escanaba campus. The focus of this position is teaching introductory psychology and other psychology classes, which may include developmental psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology, and educational psychology. Opportunities to teach psychology in local high schools, online, and first-year experience courses may occur. In addition, the faculty member has various responsibilities related to professional development, curriculum development, student advising and success, as well as activities that support the College and the Social and Behavioral Sciences division operational success. This is a full-time, tenure-track position.

Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree or higher (or 18 graduate level credits) in psychologyPost-secondary teaching experience in psychologyOnline teaching experienceCommitment to quality instruction in a learner-centered environment with the goal of consistently improving student successCommitment to the community college mission and philosophyAbility to provide inclusive and accessible teaching and learning approaches for diverse student populationsDemonstrated skill in effective written and oral communicationsDemonstrated literacy in information technology and computer useWillingness to learn and implement new teaching strategies as needed to enhance student successCommitment to value, respect, and provide an equitable learning experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment; standing against discrimination or harassment to educate all students regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or other protected status.

Preferred Qualifications - Ph. D. in Psychology orPSYD. or Ed DCourse work in educationExperience teaching at a community collegeExperience and interest in teaching college psychology courses at local high schoolsExperience teaching in a learning management systemOnline teaching certificationSuccessful experience working with high-school age studentsUse of evidence-based teaching practices related to active and collaborative learning, critical thinking, and critical literacy and information skills.Experience with learning outcomes assessment

Months Per Year - Fall and Winter semesters (August - May) with the opportunity to teach summer courses.

Hours Worked Per Week - A full-time faculty workload of 15 contact hours represents a standard full-time commitment. Additional time is required for preparation, grading, student support, and service, bringing the total workload to approximately 40 hours per week on average.

Work Schedule - Dependent upon course schedule

Supervision Exercised

Supervision Received - Works under the general supervision of the Dean of Arts & Sciences

Work Environment - Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be loud in areas of equipment operation.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel requirement - There are opportunities to teach at alternate sites, including both Bay College campuses; mileage and travel time reimbursements are determined by the master agreement.

Job Duties

Job Duty - Instruct psychology courses at the Bay College Escanaba campus. Opportunities to teach psychology at local high schools, online, and first year experience classes may occur.

Job Duty - Facilitate student learning through the following activities:Develop course syllabi that share with students the expectations, standards, policies, and learning outcomes and objectives of the courseActively engage with students, fostering retention and successContribute to the development and delivery of assessments of course, program, and institutional learning outcomesUse evidence-based pedagogical practices focused on student learningProvide regular and substantive interaction and feedback to facilitate student belonging, engagement, and learningRecognize and respond appropriately to diverse student populations and their learning needs, including disability accommodationsDevelop and use supplementary learning materials, resources, and technologyHold student hours in accordance with the master agreementMaintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records

Job Duty - Collaborate with faculty within and across divisions and with administration to determine scheduling of course offerings.Collaborate with faculty and administration on curriculum development as needed.Advise students, including K-12 education majors, on academic and career issues in collaboration with other academic advisors.Actively support student success through counseling, advising and assisting individual and groups of students as needed by maintaining regular student hours and/or scheduled student appointments.Stay abreast of developments in the field of psychology and teaching and learning by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional development opportunities.Collaborate with other teaching faculty, staff, and administration to ensure that all students receive instruction that promotes learning and growth.Actively participate in division and college activities, including, but not limited to, professional development opportunities, student events, student organizations, etc.Represent Bay College and higher education through advocacy and service in the communities in which you participate.Establish working relationships with transfer institutions and community partners.Actively participate in service to the college, including academic or administrative committees focused on continuous improvement, institutional policies, student outreach/engagement, and/or academic mattersAdhere to the ethical standards of the college, the State of Michigan, the Higher Learning Commission,FERPA, and other education regulations.Provide a safe learning environment.Communicate with students, colleagues, and other stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.Work with learning assistants, tutors, and/or student workers as needed.Participate in professional activities such as, but not limited to, curriculum planning, syllabus writing, examination development, textbook selection, program revision, online teaching certification, and outcome assessment.

Job Duty - Any other duties as assigned

Department Information

Contact(s) - Beth Berube, Director of Human ResourcesShena Turan, Human Resources Specialist

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number - F112P

Posting Date - 03/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants - Upon offer, the candidate must supply Bay College with official transcriptsThis position will start for the 2026-2027 academic year

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Transcript
5. Letter of Reference 1
6. Letter of Reference 2
7. Letter of Reference 3

Optional Documents

1. Other Document

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