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Position Type: Faculty

Department: Social Sciences

FLSA: Exempt

Union/Non Union: Union

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description Summary:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in psychology or a master's degree in any field plus fifteen (15) graduate level credits in psychology.
  • Satisfactory completion of 30 semester hours or more in an accredited doctoral program in psychology may, at the discretion of the Vice President, be determined to meet this requirement.

• One year of teaching experience, preferably at the college level.
• Experience implementing high-impact teaching practices preferred.

• Extent and relevance of graduate education to anticipated teaching assignments.
• Evidence of foundational knowledge of psychology, including the history, major perspectives, and basic concepts that are taught in the introductory psychology course. Candidates may be asked additional information related to these criteria during the interview process.
• Evidence of ability to effectively teach introductory psychology, social psychology and developmental psychology courses.
• Relevance of non-teaching professional experience to anticipated teaching assignments.
• Evidence of quality teaching, including faculty evaluation scores and ratings, teaching awards earned, courses designed, developed, and/or revised, etc.
• Evidence of knowledge of and experience in employing a variety of instructional methods and techniques, including instructional technology and alternative approaches to accommodate different student learning preferences.
• Evidence of currency in professional discipline through continuing education, professional development, and/or scholarly activity.
• Evidence of ability to teach effectively within, and contribute positively to, a diverse, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural student population and campus environment.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

About Prince George's Community College

Prince George's Community College transforms students' lives. The college exists to educate, train, and serve our diverse populations through accessible, affordable, and rigorous learning experiences.We are proud to boast of a multi-talented and diverse workforce as well as offering a competitive benefits package and services that will add to your potential and work/life balance. We are looking to attract and retain individuals who are committed to helping our students succeed. In return, you will find PGCC an exciting place to work and grow.Prince George’s Community College supports and embraces cultural diversity, understood as the creation and promotion of an inclusive, non-discriminatory environment for everyone. We accept and value differences, including differences in age, race, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic background, and ability/disability. We strive for growth and success for all of our students, employees, business partners, and the community.Prince George's Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Affirmative Action/Title IX/Section 504/ADA Institution. The Chief of ...Staff, Room 130, Kent Hall coordinates the college’s program of nondiscrimination.Prince George’s Community College is a smoke and tobacco-free college.

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