Adjunct Instructor, Psychology

The Foundation for Palm Beach State College

. Instruct college students according to educational theories and techniques .

Posted 10/16/2026part-timeLake Worth • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing educational curricula while effectively assessing student learning outcomes. Proficient in utilizing instructional technologies and maintaining compliance with college policies and standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In PsychologyCanvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office ProfessionalCurriculum DevelopmentStudent Assessment

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentProgram EvaluationAdministrative ProceduresCourse SchedulingDocument ProofreadingManual DexterityFine Motor Skills

Soft Skills

Positive Interaction With Diverse PopulationsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Canvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office Professional

Industry Keywords

Accredited InstitutionNACES ValidationCollege PoliciesEducational TheoriesStrategic Plan

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Instruct college students according to educational theories and techniques
Develop discipline-related curricula
Assess student learning
Participate in program evaluation and college activities
Maintain college and department standards supporting the College's mission and strategic plan
Develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices
Develop and maintain manuals covering College policies, procedures, rules, and standards
Analyze class and program needs and recommend course retention or deletion
Develop and coordinate program/course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates
Maintain and adjust calendars tracking schedules
Assist students with program curricula, program and course reviews, and articulation activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Psychology or Counseling Psychology, or a Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology or Counseling Psychology
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
Ability to utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies
Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Ability to work a fluctuating schedule including evenings and weekends
Official transcripts, college-stamped student copies, or non-web based unofficial transcripts must be attached; web-based student-system transcripts are not accepted
U.S. degrees must be conferred by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
Non-U.S. degrees must be validated by a NACES-member organization, with an evaluation report attached before the application closing date
Ability to reach and grasp objects; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Use of video display terminal and manual dexterity/fine motor skills
Ability to communicate and receive information orally and in writing
Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Background Check/Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position
Employment contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation