Whatcom Community College invites applications for part-time, adjunct faculty Psychology Instructor to teach in-person in our Psychology department starting Fall quarter 2025 and to expand the pool of instructors for future positions that may occur.
Whatcom Community College (WCC) is looking for candidates who strive to create a thriving learning community that supports excellence, opportunity, and equity for students, faculty and staff. WCC is focused on building a community of respect, sustainability and inclusivity through secure, welcoming, and engaging learning environments that encourage and support the academic and personal success of WCC students. Understanding this work is a lifelong process, the opportunities at WCC offer individuals the ability and means to seek personal and professional growth on and off campus in an area known for its beauty and culture.
Being a faculty member at Whatcom offers the opportunity to engage in the advancement of equitable student outcomes and the elimination of equity gaps. Faculty have regular opportunities for on-campus professional development, collaboration with colleagues, and engagement in workshops and learning communities. These opportunities contribute to professional advancement at the College, as well as personal growth.
Expectations:
-Meet accessibility standards and utilize universal design for learning.
-Proficiently use Canvas learning management system.
-Develop curriculum and assess learning outcomes.
-Provide student-centered equity-based instruction.
-Availability to teach in in-person, online, hybrid, and flex models.
-Align professional practices with the mission of WCC.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
-A master's degree in psychology from a regionally accredited institution.
-Teaching experience in a post-secondary institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Ability to teach in at least one of the following areas of interest: cognitive psychology, biopsychology, social psychology, or multicultural psychology - evidenced by graduate-level course credit with related additional research or teaching experience.
-PhD in psychology from a regionally accredited institution.
-Ability to effectively teach General Psychology.
Salary:
-$5,899.00 to teach Psychology 101 fall quarter 2025. Potential increases to the salary for fall quarter are pending.
Benefits:
-Accrues a percentage of 7 hours (equal to the percentage of workload) per month of sick leave (ex. 50% quarterly employment contract x 7 hrs for full-time = 3.5 hrs per month for that quarter).
Application Due Date:
-For best consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible
Start Date:
-Fall quarter 2025. September 23rd, 2025 is first day of the quarter.
How To Apply
A completed application consists of an online application and:
-Letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
-Diversity statement that demonstrates a commitment to pluralism and the ability to support a diverse workplace and educational environment.
-Current resume.
-Unofficial Transcripts for all earned degrees; official transcripts required prior to official start date.
-List of three recent professional references with contact information.
To apply please visit us at: https://www.whatcom.edu/job-info