POOL - Instructor - Educational Psychology
Position Overview
The University of Kansas Department of Educational Psychology is building an instructor pool of qualified applicants to serve as part-time, temporary teaching positions at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Amount of work required can vary by position and will range in FTE. Applicants will be reviewed and placed in a pool to be considered for teaching positions as needed. Applicants will be accepted throughout the year.
About the Position
The Instructor is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Fall 2026 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters. This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics, United Academics of KU, AAUP, or AFT. UAKU is the exclusive representative. As the State of Kansas is a right to work state, you have the right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.
Responsibilities
- Teaching in a specific field at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
- Developing course materials
- Developing and managing syllabi
- Creating lectures and assignments
- Grading student work
- Advising students and holding office hours
- Collaborating with colleagues
- Staying current in the field
- Adhering to departmental, school/college and university policies and procedures
Required Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, Educational Psychology, or related area
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
Pay
$4,600 for 3 credit hour course
Schedule
Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday August 18, 2026