Adjunct Faculty, Psychology – Department of Education (Dual Enrollment)

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:
The Department of Education at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions to teach Psychology courses through the University’s Dual Enrollment Program. Courses are delivered in person at partnering high schools and provide eligible high school students with the opportunity to earn college credit from UMES.

The Department seeks qualified instructors who can provide academically rigorous, college-level Psychology instruction while effectively supporting high school students enrolled in their first college courses. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain the academic standards, student learning outcomes, course content, assessment practices, and instructional expectations established by the Department of Education and the University.

Adjunct faculty members may be assigned to teach General Psychology or other approved undergraduate Psychology courses offered through UMES dual enrollment partnerships. Courses must be taught in accordance with the approved UMES course syllabus, catalog description, learning outcomes, and departmental expectations regardless of the high school location at which instruction occurs.

Dual Enrollment Adjunct Faculty members serve as UMES instructors and are accountable to the University for the academic integrity, quality, and administration of assigned courses. Faculty members must also work collaboratively and professionally with designated high school administrators, counselors, teachers, and UMES representatives to support student participation and successful course completion.

Adjunct faculty appointments are made based on dual enrollment partnerships, course availability, student enrollment, available funding, instructional site needs, and the qualifications of the applicant.

Salary Range: $3,189 - $3,292

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and accidental death & dismemberment. The medical benefits are subject to subsidy restrictions based upon number of courses taught. Voluntary participation in supplemental retirement accounts (SRAs) to include TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide; participation in state sponsored MetLife life insurance and/or USM sponsored MetLife life insurance plan; long term disability insurance, and the employee assistance program.

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities for this position include:
• Teaching assigned UMES Psychology courses in person at a designated
partnering high school.
• Providing instruction according to the partnering school’s established
instructional calendar and class schedule while meeting UMES
requirements for instructional time, course content, academic rigor, and
student learning outcomes.
• Using the UMES-approved syllabus, course description, student learning
outcomes, textbooks, instructional materials, and departmental
expectations for the assigned course.
• Providing students with access to course materials, assignments,
assessments, grades, and course communication through Canvas.
• Maintaining the same academic standards and expectations for student
learning and achievement as comparable Psychology courses offered on
the UMES campus.
• Preparing and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate, and
academically rigorous college-level instruction.
• Assessing student learning and providing timely and meaningful feedback.
• Maintaining accurate attendance, enrollment, and academic records.
• Submitting midterm grades, final grades, attendance reports, and other
required documentation by established University deadlines.
• Immediately communicating concerns regarding student attendance,
academic performance, classroom conduct, academic integrity, or
continued participation to the designated UMES representative.
• Maintaining regular communication with the Department Chair, Psychology
Program representative, Dual Enrollment Program personnel, and
designated high school administrators.
• Cooperating with UMES faculty liaisons or designated departmental
representatives responsible for ensuring course comparability, instructional
quality, and adherence to university expectations.
• Protecting the confidentiality of student educational records and complying
with applicable UMES policies and federal and state requirements
governing student information.
• Maintaining professional conduct appropriate to both a university faculty
appointment and an instructional assignment within a public-school setting.

Qualifications:
• Hold a master’s degree or higher in Psychology or a closely related
discipline from an accredited institution.
• Meet all UMES requirements for appointment as an adjunct faculty member
and approval to teach the assigned Psychology course.
• Possess the academic preparation and content expertise necessary to
provide college level Psychology instruction.
• Demonstrate effective teaching, communication, classroom management,
and student engagement skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain college-level academic expectations
while providing appropriate instructional support to high school students.
• Demonstrate proficiency in instructional technology and the University’s
learning management system, Canvas.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written
communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with
UMES faculty and administrators and designated personnel within the
partnering school or school district.
• Satisfy any background screening, fingerprinting, school access, or other
requirements established by UMES, the partnering school district, and the
instructional site.

Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at
desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences:
• Doctoral degree in Psychology or a closely related discipline.
• Previous college or university teaching experience.
• Previous experience teaching dual enrollment, Advanced Placement,
International Baccalaureate, or other academically advanced high school
courses.
• Experience working with high school students and collaborating with public
school administrators, counselors, and teachers.
• Familiarity with college readiness, student transition, and early college
programming.

Additional Information

Required Application Materials:

Cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial graduate transcript (official transcripts required upon hire), and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

UMES-SESA-Education/Operations

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$3,189 - $3, 292

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.