Adjunct Faculty, Intro to Psychology - General Education - Online Campus

Job Description:

The General Education Department is seeking a highly qualified and student-centered adjunct faculty member to teach Introduction to Psychology within the online campus. This foundational, first-year course requires an instructor who excels at bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world application while fostering a supportive environment for students transitioning into higher education. The department prioritizes candidates who can cultivate meaningful connections in a virtual space and employ innovative pedagogical tools. Online courses are delivered via the Canvas learning management system. Prior to instruction, all new adjunct faculty must complete a seven-week Teaching Online Pedagogy and Standards (TOPS) course. This is a remote position.

Principal Duties:

· Instruct the Introduction to Psychology course, emphasizing the foundational concepts of human behavior, cognition, and development.

· Facilitate a dynamic asynchronous learning environment supplemented by scheduled synchronous engagement sessions to build community and clarify complex topics.

· Implement restorative pedagogical practices to manage the classroom environment, resolve conflicts, and foster a sense of belonging and accountability.

· Proactively utilize First-Year Experience (FYE) supports to help students navigate academic expectations and institutional resources.

· Integrate AI tools into the curriculum to enhance learning, while providing guidance on the ethical and professional use of generative AI in academic work.

· Provide substantive, encouraging, and timely feedback on assignments, specifically tailored to the developmental needs of first-year and first-generation learners.

· Attend virtual departmental meetings and professional development sessions focused on first-year student success.

Position Qualifications:

· A minimum of a Master’s degree in Psychology is required; a Doctoral degree is preferred.

· Proven experience teaching in an online, asynchronous environment is mandatory.

· Demonstrated experience mentoring and supporting first-year and first-generation college students, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges these populations face.

· Documented awareness and prior use of First-Year Experience (FYE) frameworks or student success initiatives.

· Specialized training in and practical experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in an educational or professional setting.

· Evidence of a restorative approach to student engagement and classroom management.

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form authentic connections with students through digital platforms.

Please provide a cover letter that addresses each of the position qualifications.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $756-856 per BA credit and may vary per course with student enrollment. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.