Adjunct Psychology Instructor

General Summary: Responsible for instructing students in general education Psychology courses by means of group lectures / discussions either in classroom setting in accordance with established course outcomes and curriculum.

This course provides an introduction to the study and application of the science of psychology and provides a brief overview of several psychological theories. It examines how biological, social and environmental factors influence human behavior, predictability and reasoning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the students understand and learn the defined curriculum for the course subject matter.
• Directs the students in all learning activities either by demonstration or one on one instruction as set by the course syllabus and course outcomes.
• Takes daily attendance and keeps accurate attendance records.
• Maintains a safe classroom at all times.
• Prepares the students evaluation forms and discusses with each student his / her progress in the classroom. Returns student evaluation sheets to students for their portfolio.
• Makes recommendations to the Director of Culinary Arts Education for, improving course curriculum and adding additional support materials.
• Assists in the academic advising of students in their chosen program.
• Maintains professional and certifications required for accrediting bodies.
• Complete industry continuing education in accordance with requirements of field of instruction.
• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of field of instruction; subject matter of curriculum.
• Skill in making presentations to groups of students.
• Skills in using all available resources to further educate students.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work.

Education and Experience:

This position requires the equivalent of a Bachelors degree or higher with relevant experience and appropriate certifications.