Developmental Psychology Adjunct Faculty

About the role

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society. The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2-6 credits designated as contact time with the students.
• Prepare lectures, projects, homework, assessments, and other student assignments that align with the course syllabus.
• Grade all student assignments in a timely manner.
• Provide appropriate feedback to students to promote academic success.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours; Adjunct must be available a minimum of one additional hour per week, either in-person or virtually, to provide support to students.
• Attend program/department meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the current methods and practices for teaching college-level courses; present qualified and clear instruction related to the course subject.
• Learn and utilize technology offered at USJ to facilitate teaching.
• Meet all designated class periods in the semester as dictated by the academic calendar.
• Submit mid-semester and final grades to the Registrar's Office within required time-frames, leave all course records with the department chairperson upon completion of the course.
• Provide a supportive atmosphere for student success.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in the scientific discipline of Psychology or related field when teaching undergraduate courses.
• Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution.
• Prior teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph

Additional Information

• Courses are offered in a variety of formats (as decided upon by the Registrar's Office) including in-person, synchronous online, and asynchronous online.
• Courses are offered at various times, including day, evening, weekdays, and Saturdays.
• Please indicate in your cover letter your general availability and your experience teaching in various formats.
• Courses are offered on a semester basis only and are dependent on student enrollment and department need.

Physical ability

To perform essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation

• Non-Terminal Degree & 0-6 credits experience = $3,000
• Terminal Degree & 0-6 credits experience = $3,200

Application Instructions

Persons interested in the above position should apply online. Please submit:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• A cover letter addressing your specific subject area strengths, interests, and any applicable teaching experience.
• Please also include your general availability.

The Department Chairperson will review your application. If there is an opening in a subject area you are qualified to teach, the department will contact you directly to discuss the specific opportunity.