Adjunct Psychology Instructor

Adjunct Psychology Instructor

Helms College Macon - Macon, GA 31206

Overview

Salary Range $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Job Shift Day Education Level Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage None

Description

General Summary: Responsible for instructing students in general education Psychology courses by means of group lectures / discussions either in classroom setting in accordance with established course outcomes and curriculum.

This course provides an introduction to the study and application of the science of psychology and provides a brief overview of several psychological theories. It examines how biological, social and environmental factors influence human behavior, predictability and reasoning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures that the students understand and learn the defined curriculum for the course subject matter.
• Directs the students in all learning activities either by demonstration or one on one instruction as set by the course syllabus and course outcomes.
• Takes daily attendance and keeps accurate attendance records.
• Maintains a safe classroom at all times.
• Prepares the students evaluation forms and discusses with each student his / her progress in the classroom. Returns student evaluation sheets to students for their portfolio.
• Makes recommendations to the Director of Culinary Arts Education for, improving course curriculum and adding additional support materials.
• Assists in the academic advising of students in their chosen program.
• Maintains professional and certifications required for accrediting bodies.
• Complete industry continuing education in accordance with requirements of field of instruction.
• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of field of instruction; subject matter of curriculum. Skill in making presentations to groups of students. Skills in using all available resources to further educate students. Ability to plan and prioritize work.

Education and Experience: This position requires the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant experience and appropriate certifications.