What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychology Instructor position at Danville Area Community College?
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
2012490P
Position Title
Psychology Instructor
Position Number
2012155PD
Job Type
Regular
Accountability Objective
The faculty member will provide instruction in the appropriate field as well as provide assistance to students via email, phone or designated office hours. Faculty will keep records of attendance and grades meeting all college verification process deadlines. Additionally, faculty will assist as needed with accreditation, developing curriculum, syllabi, assessment processes and provide instructional materials and personal insight to provide students with the most optimum opportunity to learn a particular course of study.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Psychology or Master’s in related field with 18 Graduate level hours in psychology.
- Experience teaching classes at the college level, preferably in a community college setting.
- In-depth knowledge of subject matter to be taught.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
Desired Qualifications
- Ph.D. in the psychology or related field with 18 Graduate level hours in psychology.
- Documented student success, recruitment, and retention.
- Collaboration in college and community settings, including committees and institution building activities.
- Experience supporting first-generation and non-traditional students.
Weeks
Hours per Week
Full-Time/ Part-Time
Full Time
Minimum Compensation
$53,861
Open Date
04/14/2026
First Consideration By
05/16/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Danville Area Community College
Please follow the links to access the following:
- Campus Map – https://dacc.edu/campus-map
- Benefit Information – https://dacc.edu/hr/employee-benefits
- Part-Time Positions – Only eligible for Paid Leave according to the PLAW Act.
Essential Job Function
Essential Job Function
Possess a wide range of knowledge, talents, and skills to facilitate making learning factual and enjoyable to the students.
Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement a course of study and daily lesson plans.
Recommend budgetary revisions, the selection of teaching materials, curriculum revisions, textbooks, equipment and supplies to the Dean.
Keep abreast of the latest theories of learning through university training, in-service education and staff meetings, conferences and conventions approved by the College.
Demonstrate enthusiasm in teaching performance and high expectations for all students.
Effectively utilize the materials of the library in teaching assignments.
Implement teaching activities utilizing the approved course of study as a guide, a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures and resources (human and physical) to increase the mental, social, and physical growth of students.
Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate and timely for each class.
Must demonstrate respect for the needs of a diverse student population through humaneness and dedication to the education profession.
Demonstrate proficiency in the latest technology. Willingness to incorporate technology in the classroom.
Ability to effectively communicate with students, colleagues, and deans.
Promote the College by participating internally on campus activities and committees and externally in the communities that it serves.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills appropriate to the discipline’s real-world application in the workplace.
Participate in planning and implementing program and course level assessments.
Participate in ICCB and IAI program and course reviews.
Maintain current syllabus, course outline, and credit hour forms using Danville Area Community College provided templates.
Attend program curriculum team meetings.
Participate in accreditation activities.
Maintain a shell in the college’s LMS for communications with students for all courses every semester.
Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Transcripts 1
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Transcripts 2
Salary : $53,861