Psychology Adjunct Instructor
- Employer
- University of La Verne
- Location
- La Verne Central Campus
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- Faculty Jobs
- Education, Child Development & Family Studies, Social Sciences, Psychology & Behavioral Science
- Position Type
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Psychology Adjunct Instructor
Division:Provost
Major Department:College of Health and Community Well-Being
Department:Psychology
Location:La Verne Central Campus
Job Description:The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.
If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!
The Psychology Department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals interested in assignments as part-time lecturers in the undergraduate psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy programs. Further information regarding the department curriculum and its faculty may be obtained from the departmental website at: https://artsci.laverne.edu/psychology/
Required Qualifications:Adjunct Instructor candidates must have at least a Master’s degree, from a regionally-accredited institution, in a field relevant to the curriculum of the Psychology Department.
Preferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to candidates who have prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.
Benefits Summary:Below is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:
- Benefit Hub (discount perks)
- Free Parking
- Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
- Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
- 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
- Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
- Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory – Voluntary Contribution at anytime
- Medical (must meet hours)
- Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
La Verne is Tier 1 in U.S. News 2017 “America’s Best Colleges” National University rankings for the seventh straight year, and again made Forbes “America’s Top Colleges” rating (WASC Accredited).Posting Number:
AF002P
Job Open Date:01/15/2020
Open Until Filled:Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:Submit a curriculum vita and cover letter expressing your interest in the position and the classes qualified to teach.
Organization
The University of La Verne is a 124 year old, independent, comprehensive, doctoral granting institution in southern California with an emphasis on research and publication. Classified by Carnegie as a Community-Engaged University, La Verne offers high quality, liberal arts and professional degree programs at the undergraduate to doctoral levels to traditional-age and adult learners. The main campus is located in La Verne, 35 miles from downtown Los Angeles, along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.
The University is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution with 40% of the student population identifying itself as “Hispanic/Latino,” 55% students of color, 10% international students, and a large proportion first-generation. All programs have high retention and graduation rates for underrepresented minorities. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and places a high priority on creating an environment that supports the growth and success of underrepresented and underserved populations.
The La Verne Experience is at the center of a strategic plan that is focused on serving an ethnically and economically diverse student population, one that is representative of the demographics of California. The La Verne Experience pedagogical features include learning communities, theory-to-practice, experiential learning, community engagement and reflective practice. Two prominent annual rankings of America’s Best Colleges - U.S. News & World Report, and Forbes Magazine recognize the University of La Verne as one of the nation’s top national universities.
For more information regarding the University of La Verne, visit our website at http://www.laverne.edu.
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