POSITION: Psychology Adjunct Instructor

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  We have several Part-time positions based on semester system.  Adjunct faculty responsibilities are centered on preparing and teaching classes as assigned.  We are seeking a Psychology adjunct that can teach at Habersham Central High School during the day, on our Clarkesville campus or online.

MAJOR DUTIES

·         Provides professional instruction based on approved course syllabus

·         Ensures that desired course outcomes meet the stated objectives

·         Prepares curriculum and syllabus for coursework taught

·         Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives

·         Administers and grades class examinations

·         Maintains records of student grades

·         Attends in-service training, workshops, and seminars, as needed

·         Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training areas

·         Assists with retention efforts

·         Meets with students, staff members, supervisors, as needed

·         Other duties as assigned

 COMPETENCIES

·         Skill in developing lesson outlines and materials

·         Skill in presenting subject matter

·         Skill in administering tests to evaluate progress

·         Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs

·         Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with adult learners

·         Oral and written communication skills

·         Knowledge of student information systems

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in Psychology

OR

Master’s Degree in related field with 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology. Counseling and educational psychology courses cannot be counted unless the course content is the same as a course normally found in a graduate psychology course. One or two related counseling or educational psychology courses may be considered if the remaining graduate psychology program content is strong.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience teaching in a post-secondary setting.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

North Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following persons have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Fran Chastain, Dean of Student Support and Engagement, Title IX Coordinator, Clegg Center 212, (706) 754-7855, fran.chastain@northgatech.edu and Kay Carroll, Student Support & Accessibility Services Coordinator (Section 504), Clegg Center 214, (706) 754-7828, kay.carroll@northgatech.edu at 1500 HWY 197 N, Clarkesville, GA 30523.