Adjunct Psychology - Professor

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Job Description

Adjunct Faculty

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct Psychology - Professor

Position Type

Faculty

Department

SOCIAL SCIENCES

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Fixed Term/Tenure Track

Fixed Term

Grade

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Job Description Summary

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning,
preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction
and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via
instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid,
online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered
on any Prince George’s Community College campus, or at off-campus
locations. The instructor must remain current in the discipline
area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to
engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that
accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate
assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The
instructor is also responsible for participating in related
activities to include professional development, academic advising,
curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This adjunct faculty position requires a combination of
Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology or a related
Official documentation of credentials and degrees is required;

Experience teaching in a Psychology-related discipline at the
Experience teaching in a variety of modalities (i.e.
Willingness to teach in non-traditional formats (online,
Other requirements as needed for the discipline

Knowledge and mastery of course content
Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a
Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and
Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction
Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities,
Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet,
Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management
Research skills (where appropriate)
Time management, planning and organizational skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Language skills

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole
criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review
the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum
qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be
interviewed. Other information and observations made during the
interview process may be considered in the selection process. A
Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application.
Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below
for this position.

Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction
Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teach
Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional
Follow department and division requirements for preparing a
Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote
Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed
Create and administer assessments that monitor student
Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include
Notify students of key dates and course adjustments
Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established
Maintain accurate class records; submit required class records
Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment
Follow department and division requirements for maintaining
Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with
Attend all required meetings.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively
communicate and interact with other employees and the public
through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally
defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel
objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and
operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not
limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax
machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,
reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping,
and repetitive motions.

Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present
A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer

Is Background Check Required?

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or
directly engaging with minor children on campus?

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ADJ20111/12

Open Date

07/01/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Background Check Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants

Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George’s Community College’s
current vaccine mandate will expire for students, faculty, and
staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be
voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional
spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees
and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or
instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID -19
vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.

Prince George’s Community College is committed to
providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background
investigations for applicants being considered for employment.
Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal
history record check, education verification, and when appropriate,
a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Application Status ; you will receive an email
acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no
further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or
the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is
immediately sent to your references listed on your application.
Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight
requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background
investigation.

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