Adjunct Psychology

Adjunct

Tigerville Campus - Tigerville, SC 29688

Overview

Position Type: Adjunct Education Level: Graduate Degree

Description

Psychology adjunct position

The Department of Psychology at North Greenville University is receiving applications for in person adjunct instructors of psychology specifically to teach introductory psychology and other survey courses that match their expertise. Candidates should be broadly educated in the discipline of psychology.

North Greenville University is a teaching university affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Members of the NGU faculty are orthodox Christians who have a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ, are role models in their piety and ethics, maintain active membership in an evangelical congregation, and mentor students academically and spiritually. They are Christian scholars who reflect upon their discipline from the perspective of a biblical worldview and are expected to teach in accordance with, and not contrary to the university's Statement on Human Flourishing. All employees of NGU are required to abstain from illegal drugs and alcoholic beverages.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes as assigned
• Prepare for classes by organizing and becoming familiar with student material
• Prepare lesson plans and course material as required
• Effectively organize and present subject matter to students
• Objectively assess students for academic performance
• Ensure security of assessment tools and confidential documentation
• Effectively utilize the Canvas learning management system
• Effectively utilize Honorlock monitoring system in online courses if utilized
• Appropriately maintain student records, grades, and attendance to ensure accuracy
• Meet all university deadlines for syllabi and grade submission

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Able to move between buildings and attend classes, meetings, and functions across campus.
• Speaking: Frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, professionally, and with a contextually appropriate tone and volume.
• Cognitive/Emotional: Ability to critically think and express emotions and thoughts in an honest, collegial, constructive, and prudent manner

TRAVEL

Adjuncts teaching in person courses are expected to be able to travel to NGU's Tigerville campus.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. S/he will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS and SCHEDULE

Psychology adjuncts first report to the Chair of the Department of Psychology, followed by the Associate Dean of the School of Health and Wellness, and the Dean of Health Sciences.

As part of the application, candidates must complete the application process and submit a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and the contact information for two professional references, and one contact reference from a leader in your church. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Please direct any questions about adjunct positions to Dr. Shannon Dobson, department chair, at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Psychology from an accredited four-year institution
• Verifiable prior in-person teaching experience preferred
• Understand and comply with FERPA regulations
• Supports NGU's mission statement and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle and character in keeping with a biblical model
• Affirm an understanding of, and willingness not to teach contrary to, the Baptist Faith & Message 2000
• Agree to abide by the employee and faculty handbooks, including community standards agreements.