Function of Position:
Adjunct faculty prepare and teach courses in the department, develop new educational materials, and assist with the assessment of student learning, as appropriate. Classes may be assigned for the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus as needed. Adjunct faculty report to the chairperson of the Psychology Department. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledgeTeaches courses and evaluates student performance in Psychology classes as per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community CollegeTeaches course(s)/section(s), as outlined by the contract and as availablePrepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagementPrepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outlines in accordance with department and College guidelinesEstablishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environmentMaintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines and submits them in a timely mannerAssists department with student retention and completion initiativesDevelops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learningIncorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design, as appropriateActively engages in pedagogical and academic discipline professional developmentDemonstrates excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize workflowPerforms other duties and responsibilities assigned by the department chair, as appropriateMCC Expectations:
Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.
Requirements:
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Earned master's degree or higher in Psychology (or a related field that includes at least 30 graduate hours in courses that are part of a traditional Psychology graduate curriculum) from a regionally-accredited higher education institutionAbility to develop and teach in-person courses offered by the department, particularly PSY 101: Introduction to Psychological ScienceEvidence of effective communication skills (interpersonal, speaking, and writing)Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgroundsUnderstanding of and commitment to the mission and values of a comprehensive community college.Evidence of proficiency with technology, including learning management systems Commitment to continued professional growthPreferred Qualifications:
Ability and experience teaching Forensic Psychology is desired but not requiredKnowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategiesExperience using technology as a valuable teaching toolExperience with computerized student record management
Additional Information:
Pay Rate for Fall 2024 & Spring 2025: Determined on adjunct rank and ranges from $1,181- $1,441 per contact hour.
Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.
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Monroe Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time faculty teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitment efforts. Adjunct pools are open continuously and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Those applicants that are selected to move forward with the recruitment process will be contacted to set up an interview.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must apply online and create an account by clicking the APPLY NOW tab.
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Applicants MUST submit the following documents to be considered for this position:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts
Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.
Category: Adjunct
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Department: Psychology
Locations: Rochester, NY
Posted: Apr 1, 2025
Closes: Open Until Filled
Type: Part Time
Position ID: 186949