Instructor – Psychology HV-FAC-Psychology SP27

About the role

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) is a multi‑campus SUNY institution with locations in Troy and Malta, NY, offering over 80 degree and certificate programs across three schools. Serving nearly 9,000 students each year, HVCC is a leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training, distance learning, and service to a diverse student population. The college seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals to join its Faculty team for the Spring 2027 semester in the Education and Social Sciences Department as a Psychology Instructor (full‑time, probationary). Teaching assignments may include weekend, evening, and online courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in psychology courses at the 100 and 200 level.
• Teach in other department areas as needed.
• Evaluate student performance and complete assessments as required by the College.
• Participate in departmental, division wide, and/or college wide initiatives.
• At the direction of the Department Chairperson, perform duties as specified in the Faculty Contract.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in psychology or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Previous college teaching experience.
• Ability to teach on‑campus classes.
• Hold unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States.
• Appointment contingent upon successful background check.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching online, hybrid, and in‑person classes.
• Experience teaching introductory psychology courses.

Pay

The minimum salary for this position is $53,000; faculty appointments may be at the instructor or assistant professor level depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Full benefit package for 12 months (health, dental, and eye insurance; retirement).
• Free tuition waivers for employee, spouse, and children.
• Generous leave policy.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for government or not‑for‑profit employees.

Schedule

This is a 10‑month appointment (151 days) covering fall and spring semesters. The annual assigned teaching load is 30–33 contact hours, typically 18 hours in the fall and 15 hours in the spring. Teaching load may include evening, weekend, and/or online assignments, with potential for additional compensation through voluntary overload.