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Position Information
Title: Faculty- Psychology Instructor
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Number of Months: 9 Months
Proposed Date of Employment: 08/03/2026
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Permanent or Temporary: Permanent
Salary Band: Commensurate with experience
Position Summary
The Psychology Instructor is responsible for providing a quality learning experience for all the College students. The instructor will teach psychology courses; provide high quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations; perform instructional-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies, and procedures of the College; the Instructor will also demonstrate a commitment to the Learning College concept, assessment, cooperative learning, and student advising.
Responsibilities
* Develop course outlines and teaching materials based on the state curriculum standards and make changes to the curriculum as needed
* Facilitate the delivery of psychology courses
* Deliver a teaching load that may include a combination of traditional, internet, hybrid, and Career and College Promise classes as well as corresponding labs as needed for the academic year
* Utilize active learning methods, technology, and a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting the objectives of the course
* Demonstrate a commitment to the Learning College initiative
* Post and maintain office hours for student appointments
* Be supportive of students’ learning goals
* Be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data
* Maintain prompt communication with supervisor
* Serve as an academic advisor and assist in the registration process
* Participate in College committees and/or other college-wide activities as elected or assigned
* Serve as an ambassador in the community for Isothermal Community College
* Contribute to the division assessment by recording and reporting on work projects and provide rationale and feedback for operations in place
* Understanding and appreciation of the mission, history, current programs, services and goals of Isothermal Community College
* Ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and must be highly organized
* Ability to monitor and assess performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and with a minimum of supervision
Minimum Qualifications
* Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline from an accredited institution, required
Preferred Qualifications
* Community College teaching experience, preferred
* Experience teaching online, preferred
* Experience with academic advising, preferred
* Development Education Teaching Experience, preferred
Open Date
Open Date: 03/16/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled: Yes
Additional Information
Isothermal Community College provides educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. Isothermal Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Institution. If accommodation or assistance is needed in completing this application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@isothermal.edu or via phone at (828) 395-4192.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* * Do you have a Master's Degree in a related field plus an additional 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline?
o Yes
o No
Required Documents
* Resume
Optional Documents
* Cover Letter
* Transcripts above the High School Level
* Additional Transcript 1
* Additional Transcript 2
* Additional Transcript 3
* Additional Transcript 4
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