Psychology Instructor

Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Psychology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction and advising to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.  The Instructor is responsible for working with the Dean of Arts & Sciences and program chair to ensure that all student learning outcomes are met and that adequate courses are scheduled in the psychology discipline to satisfy the course needs in all divisions.

The duties of the Psychology Instructor include, but are not limited to:

Mastery of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the teaching discipline 
• Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline 
• Connect the subject matter with related fields 
• Stay current in the subject matter through professional development; involvement in professional organizations; and attending professional meetings, conferences, and/or workshops 
• Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate 

Teaching Performance

• Teach a course load appropriate to the teaching discipline 
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning 
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students 
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs 
• Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate 
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments 
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives 

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives 
• Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives 
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning 
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines 
• Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances 

Support of College Policies and Procedures

• Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment 
• Teach credit or non-credit courses in the teaching discipline as needed 
• Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation 
• Serve as faculty academic advisor for students 
• Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies 
• Maintain confidentiality of student information 
• Substitute for other instructors in the teaching discipline in case of an absence 
• Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources 
• Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Faculty Handbook, Handbook for Distance Education, Policy Manual, and Procedures Manual 

Participation in College, Division, Department, and Program Activities

• Serve on college committees as assigned 
• Participate in meetings and events as required 
• Respond in a timely manner to requests for information 
• Support both part-time and full-time colleagues 
• Contribute to program, department, and division curriculum development processes 
• Participate in graduation ceremonies 
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or as a team member 

Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs

• Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range plans 
• Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels 
• Participate in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents 
• Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of the College 
• Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff 

Other Duties

• Assist the Dean of Arts & Sciences and the program chair in acquiring adjunct psychology instructors as needed to satisfy the demand for additional courses each semester
• Supervise part-time psychology instructors as needed by the department, as a direct line of communication between them and the program chair and/or dean
• Plan, implement, and evaluate course-specific instruction 
• Plan, implement, and evaluate course schedules in conjunction with the program chair
• Select textbooks and complete requisitions of textbooks for courses within the discipline
• Make recommendations to the division dean concerning development and expansion of courses 
• Maintain frequent contact with full-time and part-time faculty  
• Complete the appropriate in-class faculty evaluations for adjuncts
• Facilitate course evaluation conferences with faculty prior to the end of the semester  
• Other tasks as assigned by the Dean of Arts & Sciences

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology from an institution accredited by a federally recognized institutional accreditor or a master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in psychology (courses designated as graduate-level psychology courses) 
• Previous teaching experience at a community college or university, experience using instructional technologies, and teaching online courses are preferred skills
• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred 
• Licensure in a clinical area is preferred

Working Conditions

• Typical classroom environment

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, or disability.