Part-Time Faculty: Psychology/Social Science Instructor (Pool)

PSYCHOLOGY/SOCIAL SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR (POOL) Faculty Part-Time The position of Psychology/Social Science Instructor is a pooled position and applications will be reviewed on an as needed, on‑going basis. You will be primarily responsible for teaching psychology classes for college transfer courses. In‑person, evening, or off‑site classes may be part of the assignment. The faculty members of Umpqua Community College are committed to facilitating learning using the most up to date pedagogy, technology, and discipline specific knowledge. All faculty are responsible for teaching in all modalities and keeping current in new modalities that develop in higher education. The following responsibilities and activities are listed in order to maintain consistency in the application of expectations and alignment of job duties with evaluation and promotion procedures. REASONS TO WORK HERE Fun, innovative atmosphere Ability to transform lives and enrich communities Opportunity to work with helpful, caring, and friendly coworkers Professional Development Opportunities Beautiful Rural Campus The Douglas County community through UCC is building upon 50+ years of rich academic experiences and lives changed through higher education. We are a student-centered, positive working environment that thrives on innovation. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who interacts with our campus feels included, valued, and inspired to fulfill our mission to transform lives and enrich communities. Umpqua Community College is located in beautiful Southern Oregon between the mountains of the Cascade Range to the east and the Coastal Range to the west. Hiking, biking, camping and skiing are a short car ride away and the town is surrounded on all sides by the amazing Umpqua River for fishing and water sports. The area is also home to over 40 wineries and many breweries with a bustling downtown. Roseburg has everything you’d want from a small town and has easy access to the bigger cities of Portland and Eugene by jumping on I-5. Roseburg has live-ability, a friendly feel and is ready to be home to your next career and family adventure. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications: Passion for student success Innovative thinker and problem solver Master’s degree or higher in Psychology Experience teaching in the classroom Experience teaching onlineDemonstrated ability to interact and effectively communicate with people Preferred (Not Required) Qualifications: Community College classroom teaching experience Dual credit teaching experience at the high school level Skill in curriculum development and course revision VETERANS PREFERENCE Umpqua Community College Honors Veterans Preference Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Umpqua Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. Documents Required Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or... Letter from the US Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website. Statement of Equal Opportunity Umpqua Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard for race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, handicaps or veterans status. This policy affirms UCC's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all vestiges of discriminatory practices that might exist. Employment with Umpqua Community College is contingent upon background check approval. #J-18808-Ljbffr