Adjunct Psychology Instructor

The adjunct instructor will provide instruction and assess student learning in the area of Psychology at Southeast Technical College (STC) to prepare students for an entry-level position in that field. The adjunct instructor will continually assess and enhance the curriculum to meet the program's educational requirements, the rules and regulations of its accrediting bodies, and the most current industry standards. For any questions on the position, please contact the hiring manager, Nick Schneider, at 605-367-4470.

• Develop and teach relevant curriculum that provides classroom theory and laboratory application and prepares students for entry-level positions in the field.

• Facilitate class instruction in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines specified by STC.

• Teach the course in ways and methods that engages student learning.

• Establish a positive student learning environment that promotes retention, accountability, diversity, equity, excellence, innovation, collaboration, dignity, self-respect, safety, student success and personal and professional growth.

• Select and compile tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises that permit measurement of performance relative to standardized learning objectives.

• Evaluate student performance by administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics.

• Respond promptly to student grade determination by reporting assignments, discussion board exercises, exams, and course completion through the learning management system.

• Develop and manage syllabus materials.

• Coordinate courseware and curriculum with the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Instruction.

• Adhere to protocol guidelines for participation in online learning as determined by the course.

• Review textbook and courseware changes with the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and the full-time faculty.

• In accordance with industry and educational standards of STC, review curriculum and assess course competencies to ensure students are meeting industry standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Master's degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 credits of graduate level psychology required

• Master's degree in psychology preferred

• Three years of teaching experience with post-secondary teaching and applied curriculum development experience preferred

General classroom environment with standard equipment available during classroom instruction. Lighting and temperature are adequate for course delivery. Moderate noise levels typical of a classroom environment. May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when traveling outside the classroom.