Psychology of Human Behavior Adjunct

The hiring rate for this position is as follows: Base rate with a Masters degree is $3132; Rate with a Masters degree and two years of collegelevel teaching experience is $3309. Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidates education and relevant experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process.

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SOSC 110 Psychology of Human Behavior

Credits:3

An introduction to various schools of thought that explain why people behave the way they do. Topics covered in the course include personality motivation memory learning perception nature nurture and adaptation.

POSITION SUMMARY

Culinary Institute of America adjunct faculty members are responsible for instructing students in a designated course of study with a high standard of professionalism. The responsibilities of the Business Management Adjunct include teaching and evaluating students. Adjunct faculty members also maintain office hours and assist students who are having difficulty with their studies and prepare lesson plans for a classroom or online environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares daily lesson plans for classes and teaches classes as requested and in a manner consistent with the philosophy policies and guidelines of the Institute. Utilizes the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught to prepare all lesson plans.
• Works individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help have questions about course information want career guidance or need assistance in their studies.
• Provides regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective consistent and timely manner; evaluate and document student performance using established methods and criteria; file course grades consistently and without prejudice in the specific timeframe allowed.
• Evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria.
• Compiles and presents instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions course syllabi and outlines and class schedules as assigned. This may include compiling and presenting instructional material in an online environment and designing the online course environment to meet the learning objectives for the course.
• Maintains record of student attendance student progress and grade distributions as well as records of online student participation during online classes.
• Maintains discipline and order during instructional activities.
• Enforces sanitation principles (appropriate to particular teaching assignment) attendance policies Institutes Professionalism Uniform and Hygiene Policy and other academic policies.
• Assumes responsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom if applicable.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Masters Degree in related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of one 1 year college level teaching experience.
• Minimum of three 3 to five 5 years of work experience in the related topic area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in a related field.
• Previous experience with Moodle or similar education software.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive student issues with confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent written verbal communication and presentation skills required.
• Strong computer experience which must include abilities to work effectively with MS Office suite products i.e. Word Excel PowerPoint.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment and maintain collaborative relationships with all members of faculty and administration.
• Must have an excellent and welcoming presence in front of guests and employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be available to work nights and weekends as required due to business needs.
• Regular work requires a great deal of sitting and standing for extended periods.

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