Instructor - Psychology jobs in Kansas

CENTRAL CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF KANSAS
INSTRUCTOR
Direct Supervisor: Chief Academic Officer
Status: Full time (12 months), Exempt
Department: Academics
Job Location: McPherson, KS

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Chief Academic Officer, the instructor provides appropriate discipline

specific academic and administrative leadership to coursework; including Residential, Dual-Credit,

Online, and Professional modalities. Instructors at Central Christian College of Kansas are life-long

learners who also serve as content specialists with pedagogical skills appropriate for the collegiate

learning environment. Aligned with this role, instructors also are expected to serve as models and

mentors, ministering to students in alignment with our Wesleyan heritage, mission, and purpose.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s required (Doctorate preferred) in psychology, or related field.

Proven history of strong, decisive, and collaborative leadership working with faculty, students,

staff, administrators, and external stakeholders

Experience leading and supporting multiple teaching modalities

The ability to foster a culture of trust, transparency, and collegiality

Presence of high-level interpersonal skills for communication, consultation, and collaboration

Experience working with and mentoring and working across diverse groups of faculty, staff and

students

Can express salvation through Christ, affirm that the Bible is God’s Word and the standard for

faith and living, and align with the vision and mission of the College, its Wesleyan heritage, its

Statement of Faith, and its Core Values.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are not designed to be comprehensive. Some duties, responsibilities, and

standards may be added, subtracted, and modified as appropriate to the needs of the College.

TEACHING & ADVISING (70%):
Responsible for delivering, in a student receptive manner the knowledge, skills, and experiences

needed to successfully achieve course learning outcomes (12 hours teaching load/semester)

Create, post, and articulate course learning outcomes or objectives in order to ensure student

understanding of expectations

Create and post a course syllabus and a class schedule for each class

Create course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, labs, presentations, and other course

materials required to deliver course information in an understandable and interesting manner

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Create course rubrics in order to reliably assess student performance related to the learning

objectives and to identify areas for improvement

Assist students by being available through “office hours” and other times to answer questions

and assist students to better understand the material in one-on-one or group sessions

Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations and

submit grades and records by established deadlines

Assist advisees to develop educational and career goals, and to seek the information necessary

to achieve those goals

Assist advisees in the completion of graduation requirements in the most cost effective and

efficient manner

Meet regularly with advisees to review educational, graduation, and career progress

Provide academic mentorship and discipleship in relation to the mission of the College

ADMINISTRATIVE: (15%)
Assist the department and College to recruit, enroll, and retain students who are a good fit for

our culture, mission, and vision

Administer appropriate assessment protocol, recoding data and using data to inform

departmental and campus enhancements

Review, evaluate, and revise department policy, textbooks, course materials, delivery methods

and curriculum in conjunction with other department members in order to enhance student

academic and career success as environments change

Lead program efforts for student recruitment, marketing, and promotion of departmental

offerings (graduate and undergraduate)

Coordinate opportunities for alumni and friends to remain connected to the department

Coordinate the development of the departmental course schedule and program budget

recommendations

Attend appropriate committee meetings, departmental meetings, and other governance related

meetings, as required by the position

Attend all required college events such as commencement, faculty meetings, in-service

workshops, etc.

Perform other appropriate and reasonably required duties as assigned by your supervisor

SERVICE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (15%):
Embody and model a growing spiritual walk in alignment with the Christian faith and the basic

beliefs, tenants, and values of the institution.

Enhance expertise by reading, conducting research, attending seminars, webinars, workshops,

and classes for self-improvement and/or professional enhancement

Sustain active attendance at Chapel, Convocations, and other College related colloquia

Maintain membership and involvement in relevant professional organizations

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including licensure and/or accreditation

Be active in denominational, community and other field related organizations

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Cultivate personal and student involvement in church, civic, club, and other service

organizations and opportunities.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Central Christian College of Kansas recognizes the benefits of maintaining a diverse faculty and staff who

can provide a wide spectrum of perspectives and experiences representing the creativity of a loving and

innovative God. Central Christian College of Kansas reviews all applications and hires individuals based

on their qualifications for the position. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, or military or

veteran status. As a Christian college, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America,

Central Christian College of Kansas asserts its right to employ persons who subscribe to the intent,

mission, Statement of Faith, and Core Values of the College, as well as the lifestyle expectations

articulated in the Free Methodist Book of Discipline (Para. 3000-3430; 2011).

AFFIRMATION

As attested by signature below, I affirm that I have read, understand, and agree to fulfill my duties in

accordance with the expectations set herein. I also recognize that this job description is not designed to

outline a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee

for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

JOB ACCEPTANCE

Please initial each page and sign below to acknowledge receipt and acceptance of this position.

Signature Date

By my signature I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and accept the offer and the terms and

conditions contained herein, and agree to be bound by these same terms and conditions.

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