Adjunct for Psychology (SPS Online)

<p>Albright College's School of Professional Studies and Department of Psychology, a dynamic and inclusive learning community, seek adjuncts to teach asynchronous online courses in psychology. Online accelerated courses meet for 7.5 weeks. We especially seek faculty with interest and experience in teaching Introductory Psychology, Social Psychology, Professional Development, and courses in our Addictions Studies certificate program, among others.</p> <p>Successful candidates will have a Master's degree or higher in a related discipline and reside in the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware or New York. Evidence of successful, effective teaching experience is preferred, as is experience using a standard learning management system such as Canvas. Online teaching experience is a must. Demonstration of related industry experience is also valued.</p> <p>Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching psychology in an interdisciplinary liberal arts environment. Albright College encourages and welcomes diverse candidates applying for this position. Attracting and hiring diverse candidates for employment is essential in building and maintaining Albright College's diverse, equitable and inclusive community.</p> <p>Review of applications for this position will begin immediately and continue as needs are identified. Interested applicants should complete an application by clicking "Apply Now". Please include with your vitae or resume at least two professional references and at least one reference from an accredited institution of higher learning for which you have successfully taught. Applicants will only be contacted if an interview is desired.</p><div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="white-space: normal;"><strong>About Albright College </strong><br>Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students </span></span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.albright.edu/why-albright/" target="_blank">exceed their own expectations</a><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="white-space: normal;">.</span></span></div> <div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="white-space: normal;"><br></span></span><strong>About Reading, Pa.</strong></div> <div>Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” by <a rel="noopener" href="https://realestate.usnews.com/places/pennsylvania/reading" target="_blank">U.S. News & World Report,</a><span style="font-size: small;"> Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.santander-arena.com/" target="_blank">Santander Arena</a><span style="font-size: small;"> or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://goggleworks.org/" target="_blank">GoggleWorks Center for the Arts</a><span style="font-size: small;">, enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://visitwestreading.com/" target="_blank">West Reading’s</a><span style="font-size: small;"> artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://visitpaamericana.com/partner/the-pagoda/" target="_blank">Reading’s Pagoda</a><span style="font-size: small;">, a kayak on </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://visitpaamericana.com/partner/blue-marsh-lake-recreation-area/" target="_blank">Blue Marsh Lake</a><span style="font-size: small;">, or from a scenic </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.rbmnrr-passenger.com/" target="_blank">steam train ride</a><span style="font-size: small;">. Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://visitpaamericana.com/outdoors/biking-trails/" target="_blank">biking </a><span style="font-size: small;">and </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://visitpaamericana.com/see-and-do/hiking-trails/" target="_blank">hiking trails</a><span style="font-size: small;">. The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.<br></span></div> <!--_dfFormat_=html-->