Twenty colleges are vying for the Aspen Institute College
Excellence Program’s 2025 Prize. Harper was also one of the
25 semifinalists for the 2023 prize.
Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native
American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPISI)
- In 2023, Harper College was designated as a Hispanic Serving
Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education and an Asian
American and Native American Pacific Islander Institution
(AANAPISI)
- This designation provides federal funding to enhance
educational programs and support services for Latine and
underrepresented students.
- Latine students make up about 30% of Harper's enrollment,
reflecting the College's pride in its HSI status.
Equity and Diversity Award
- Harper College received the 2023 Equity and Diversity Award
from the Illinois Community College Trustees Association
(ICCTA).
- The award honors leadership in promoting diversity, inclusion,
and equity for underrepresented groups.
- Harper previously won this award in 2017
Schedule Information: The successful candidate is expected
to teach 30 contact hours each year in the Psychology Department.
In addition to teaching 30 contact hours per academic year, a
full-time faculty member serves on departmental, divisional and
institutional committees; holds six office hours per week (some of
which must be on campus); and pursues professional development
opportunities related to discipline and pedagogy. Evening and
weekend instruction may be required. Instruction may take place in
face to face, online, blended and flex formats.
Weeks per fiscal year: Faculty are covered under a 9-month
contract period (August thru May) – We seek a full-time colleague
to begin in
August, 2027
Benefits: Health, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance;
Sick and Holiday pay; Personal Business; Educational Assistance:
Tuition Waivers at Harper & Professional Expense
Position Description and Duties:
The Psychology Department at Harper College is actively seeking a
student-centered diverse pool of candidates to fill a full-time
faculty position. Successful candidates will assume
responsibilities that encompass a broad spectrum of courses,
encompassing, but not restricted to Introduction to Psychology,
Child Psychology, Abnormal Psychology.
The Psychology program provides theory and training in the skills
essential to equipping students to transfer to a four-year
institution and be successful.
Harper College provides excellent facilities to students and
faculty in the Psychology program including computer labs and a
social science teaching lab that is part of the new building under
construction.
The successful candidate will be able to teach a wide variety of
introductory courses to students of diverse backgrounds and varying
levels of college readiness using traditional and alternative
delivery methods. We encourage interested candidates to familiarize
themselves with our course offerings. This position teaches a
standard load of fifteen (15) contact hours per semester (30
contact hours per academic year) consisting chiefly of Introduction
to Psychology with additional courses such as Child Psychology,
Adolescent Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Research Methods.
This may include reassigned time to be given for chair/coordinator
duties. Classes may be offered in day, evening, and/or online
modalities.
Educational Requirements:
A minimum of Master's degree in Psychology or Master's degree in a
related field with at least 18 graduate hours in Psychology; a PhD
or PsyD is preferred.
Experience Requirements: The following are preferred knowledge,
skills, and experiences for a successful candidate:
Two years of college teaching experience is required with two years
of community college teaching experience preferred.
Application Review Date: Applications are accepted until the
position is filled though priority will be given to applications
received on or before December 1.
Special Notes :
*You will not be able to complete the application without attaching
the following documents:
- Cover letter
- CV/Resume (Does not substitute for completed application)
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts from
Regionally accredited institutions
- A one page single-spaced statement of your teaching philosophy.
In your teaching philosophy, please include how you approach
classroom management, how you assess students, and how you use
instructional technology.
*Official transcripts required upon hire.
*Employment is contingent upon a Criminal Background Check
*Employment Sponsorship is not available
Harper College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to
create an inclusive learning and working environment where
individual differences and identities are respected, valued and
embraced. We encourage women, people from historically
underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans
to apply.
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