Part-Time Instructor; Online College Psychology

Overview

Job Title: Part-Time Instructor (Online College Psychology)

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 250694

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities  rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. The university is committed to the core values of community, including civility, integrity and citizenship.

Blazer Creed:
Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. We uphold the core values of civility, integrity, and citizenship and strive to apply them in our community and in service to the University.

The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the candidate's area of expertise.

Based on the recent Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences seeks applicants for part-time teaching in Psychology. The successful candidate will teach Psychological Science classes online. Screening of candidates will begin upon receipt. For more information contact Dr. David Monetti, Head, Department of Psychological Science at email address: dmmonett.

Typical Allocation of Duties:

• Teaching - 100%

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting
• A record of mentoring students

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values guide all we do. More details are available in USG policies linked on the USG website.

Applicants Are Required To Provide

• Professional references with current contact information
• Documentation of academic credentials
• Employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to:

• Ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment
• View social media outlets
• Remove job postings without additional notification

• Successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Other job-based requirements as applicable (e.g., satisfactory credit check, Motor Vehicle Report, pre-employment drug testing, credential confirmation)

After initial hiring, employees may be required to complete training such as New Employee Orientation and USG/VSU compliance trainings. Specific trainings include: USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interest, Drug Free Workplace, Sexual Misconduct and Title IX, FERPA, Motor Vehicle Policy, Workers Compensation, Georgia Open Records Act, USG Cybersecurity Training, and job-specific trainings (e.g., FMLA, Budget, Purchasing, Defensive Driving).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It does not discriminate on age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Accommodation

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation. Contact Catherine Wills at croark.