Full Time Psychology Instructor

Job Summary
Under general supervision prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited
technical/occupational courses; develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students’
progress in attaining goals and objectives. Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget
requests; maintains program certification/accreditation requirements as appropriate. Prepares and maintains all
required documentation and administrative reports; attends professional development training, workshops,
seminars, and conferences; ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area; meets with
students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues; assists
with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts. Teaches Psychology courses in a classroom/lab/field
environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry while maintaining knowledge of current
trends and developments in the field. Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications of Psychology;
establishes, measures, and evaluates program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student
improvement and success. Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and ability to interact
effectively with a diverse student population. Position may require committee and project assignments or other
duties as assigned as well as day/evening/distance learning classes and activities.
 

Travel
Teaching on multiple campuses is required, along with travel for meetings, trainings and professional development.
Additionally, the role will involve travel to other campuses, and a state vehicle is available for this purpose.
 

Instruction
• Provides instruction in theory and practical applications of the discipline in accordance with
academic state standards
• Teaches face to face, hybrid or on campus, as needed, in accordance with college faculty loads
• Instructs courses in a classroom/lab/clinic/field environment that closely simulates the
environment of the industry
• Utilizes current technology in the classroom/lab/clinic
• Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives
• Grades all coursework in a timely manner
• Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional
programs and other issues
• Maintains program certification/accreditation requirements as appropriate for the teaching
discipline.
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the discipline
• Attends professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences
Safety/Technology
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the classroom and/or lab
• Supports faculty to ensure all equipment is in working order
• Suggests new/updated technology to remain current with trends and developments within the
field.
• Ensure students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using
tools.
• Ensure classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times
Curriculum/Student and Program Learning Outcomes
• Develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals and objectives
• Prepares lesson plans for instruction
• Works collaboratively with faculty within discipline to establish, measure and evaluate program
or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success and
submits to appropriate program chair/director.
• Submits reports and data with respect to accrediting bodies
• Reviews and edits master course shells in the online learning platform as necessary
Supports Program Director/Division Deans/Associate Deans
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment
• Prepares budget requests
• Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts
• Serves on committees and project assignments as necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (candidates must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered):
• Master’s Degree in Psychology or Master’s degree in a related discipline with 18 hours in the teaching
discipline from an accredited institution
• Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications:
• PhD in Psychology
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level
• Experience teaching in an online or hybrid environment
Salary/Benefits: State of Georgia benefit package
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional classroom/lab/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard
office/classroom/lab equipment and technologies.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time instructional position. Work load is Monday-Friday day/evening hours as needed. Weekends
based on need.
Method of Application: Interested candidates must complete the electronic application process prior to the
closing date at https://careers.georgia.gov/. Unofficial Transcripts, resume, and proof of applicable
certifications\licensure are required for consideration. Official transcripts and prior employment verification
required within 30 days of hire for continuous employment.
Employment Policy: The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political
affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special
circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All
applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment
does not constitute a contract. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance and funding.