Assistant Professor - Psychology

Psychology Faculty Position

This is a 9-month faculty position within the Social & Behavioral Sciences Department. A full load consists of 15 contact hours, and 10 office hours. Expectations for this position include teaching Psychology courses during daytime or evening hours on the Kilgore or Longview campus, teaching at off-campus dual credit sites, and/or teaching online. Faculty members teach and supervise all learning experiences and evaluate student performance in the classroom. It is expected that all faculty participate in committee work, professional development activities, student recruitment and retention activities, and record keeping. Additional expectations, policies, and guidance for faculty performance of their duties are available in the Kilgore College Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and the Faculty Handbook.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and facilitate the instructional process relating to Psychology curriculum.
• Work closely with other faculty and advisory committees to ensure that course offerings and degree plans remain relevant to the community.
• Keep abreast of developments in the discipline and in instructional methodology.
• Support and participate in appropriate professional development programs and activities.
• Support and adhere to the academic policies and procedures of the college, the division, and the department.
• Interpret college policies for students in a positive manner.
• Develop, maintain, and follow syllabi for courses.
• Participate with appropriate administration in the development of guidelines for classroom management.
• Participate in advising, registration, and graduation as needed.
• Communicate with the appropriate chair and/or dean as to the need for instructional materials, equipment, and professional development.
• Maintain a harmonious and collegial relationship with other members of the faculty and staff.
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance.
• Administer student appraisals of courses in compliance with college policy.
• Attend necessary conferences and seminars to remain current in the field.
• Represent Kilgore College through involvement in college and community activities.
• Serve on various departmental, divisional, and/or college committees.
• Expectations for this position may include the following: teach in afternoons and/or evenings (non-peak times); teach dual credit classes in high schools; develop and teach web classes; develop and teach hybrid or remote classes; and use instructional technology in the classroom.
• All full-time faculty are required to complete online course certification through the KC Faculty Innovation Center within their first year of employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Requirements:

• A Master's degree or higher with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
• Preference may be given to applicants with related work experience and previous teaching experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of technology, well-organized and thorough, able to work well with little supervision, and a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability to interact in a courteous and professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.

Supervisory Responsibilities: • 0 Full-Time Direct Reports 0 Part-Time Direct Reports Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety:

• Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Salary & Benefits:

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan 'ORP' for full time faculty.
• Full Time employees have free use of the college's recreational/fitness facilities
• Full Time employees are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service.
• Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependents.
• Compensation for this 9-month position is based on years of teaching at institutions of higher education, and highest level of education. Base pay for no experience ranges from $42,052 for an associate's degree to $51,894 for a doctorate. Overload and summer classes are paid separately.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 7,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students' holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.