Psychology Instructor

Job Summary The faculty member will provide instruction in the appropriate field as well as provide assistance to students via email, phone or designated office hours. Faculty will keep records of attendance and grades meeting all college verification process deadlines. Additionally, faculty will assist as needed with accreditation, developing curriculum, syllabi, assessment processes and provide instructional materials and personal insight to provide students with the most optimum opportunity to learn a particular course of study. Responsibilities Possess a wide range of knowledge, talents, and skills to facilitate making learning factual and enjoyable to the students. Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement a course of study and daily lesson plans. Recommend budgetary revisions, the selection of teaching materials, curriculum revisions, textbooks, equipment and supplies to the Dean. Keep abreast of the latest theories of learning through university training, in-service education and staff meetings, conferences and conventions approved by the College. Demonstrate enthusiasm in teaching performance and high expectations for all students. Effectively utilize the materials of the library in teaching assignments. Implement teaching activities utilizing the approved course of study as a guide, a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures and resources (human and physical) to increase the mental, social, and physical growth of students. Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate and timely for each class. Must demonstrate respect for the needs of a diverse student population through humaneness and dedication to the education profession. Demonstrate proficiency in the latest technology. Willingness to incorporate technology in the classroom. Ability to effectively communicate with students, colleagues, and deans. Promote the College by participating internally on campus activities and committees and externally in the communities that it serves. Demonstrates knowledge and skills appropriate to the discipline’s real-world application in the workplace. Participate in planning and implementing program and course level assessments. Participate in ICCB and IAI program and course reviews. Maintain current syllabus, course outline, and credit hour forms using Danville Area Community College provided templates. Attend program curriculum team meetings. Participate in accreditation activities. Maintain a shell in the college’s LMS for communications with students for all courses every semester. Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Psychology or Master’s in related field with 18 Graduate level hours in psychology. Experience teaching classes at the college level, preferably in a community college setting. In-depth knowledge of subject matter to be taught. Commitment to excellence in teaching. Experience working with diverse populations. Desired Qualifications Ph.D. in the psychology or related field with 18 Graduate level hours in psychology. Documented student success, recruitment, and retention. Collaboration in college and community settings, including committees and institution building activities. Experience supporting first-generation and non-traditional students. Mission Statement Danville Area Community College is committed to providing quality, innovative, and accessible learning experiences which meet the life-long academic, cultural, and economic needs of our diverse communities and the world we share. #J-18808-Ljbffr