Adjunct Lecturer - Weston, United States - Regis College

    Regis College
    Regis College Weston, United States

    1 month ago

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    Summer Scholars is a three-week residential program designed specifically for rising high school juniors and seniors to immerse themselves intellectually and socially in a chosen topic as a precursor to their upcoming college experience.

    This course will be taught in person. It will explore the major theories, concepts, and fields in psychology. Biological, social, and psychological influences on thinking, feeling, and acting will be examined as the class discusses the application of psychology to real-life situations.

    Summer Scholars - 3 weeks

    Classes start on July 8th and run through July 26th

    Classes are in person on Monday - Thursday from 1pm - 4pm + online work

    Responsibilities Include:

  • Teach PS 203 Introduction to Psychology as an in-person course.
  • Engage with all responsibilities associated with teaching: content preparation, grading, office hours, student engagement, academic assessment, etc.
  • Meet with Program Director periodically to discuss content, student progress, challenges, etc.
  • Ability to teach college level material to high school students.
  • Qualifications

    Qualified Candidates Must Possess:

  • An advanced degree in Psychology or a related field.
  • Knowledge of the major theories, concepts, and fields in psychology, as well as the biopsychosocial model and real-life applications of the material.
  • Evidence of prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level preferred.
  • Commitment to creating an inclusive classroom learning environment in keeping with the University's commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.
  • Ability to utilize technology necessary for teaching including but not limited to: Office 365, Moodle, library, and other online resources.
  • Ability to uphold the university's commitment to inclusive excellence in a diverse educational community.
  • Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

  • Normal office environment, not subject to extremes in noise, odors, etc.
  • May spend extended periods at terminal, on telephone, or operating other office machines requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.
  • Ability to work in a standard office setting.
  • Ability to perform all duties necessary for classroom instruction.
  • The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.