INSTRUCTOR of PSYCHOLOGY

Description: Full-time, 180-day contract position beginning spring of 2010. Prepare and deliver high quality day, evening and/or weekend course instruction at main and/or satellite campuses or on the web in psychology. Responsibilities include traditional and online course development and facilitation; academic advising; and research and development of potential certificate and/or program offerings. Participation on division and college committees; professional development opportunities; marketing of programs; and articulation with other colleges. Support quality improvement in the department and the College; prepare and revise syllabi for courses taught, evaluate student learning, mentor adjunct faculty, conduct classroom observation of adjunct faculty; assist with curriculum review; and other duties as assigned by the department.

Requirements: Master’s degree in psychology or professionally-related field. Commitment to excellence in teaching with a learner-focused instructional philosophy is essential. Previous experience with college-level instruction required. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.

Stark State College seeks candidates with a collaborative spirit and the capability of managing growth, ensuring quality, nurturing shared governance, and with a manifest commitment to diversity, social equity, and student access and success.

Send cover letter, resume, college transcripts and three letters of professional reference to:

Stark State College of Technology
Human Resources – 2009-51
6200 Frank Avenue NW
Canton, OH 44720
Email to: hr@starkstate.edu
www.starkstate.edu

Review of candidates will begin immediately and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.  EOE