"Psychology Instructor_Community College Faculty"

Posted: 03-Feb-26

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Categories: Academic/Faculty, Academic/Faculty Affairs

Internal Number: JOB_POSTING-3-13701

PRIORITY REVIEW DEADLINE: Friday, February 20th, 2026. Position will be open until filled.

Job Description

Minneapolis College, a vibrant and inclusive two-year community college in Minnesota, is accepting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Psychology Instructor in the Psychology Program within the School of Liberal Arts and Cultures.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach full-time (30 credits/year) college-level courses in Psychology, primarily college-level introductory courses.
• Deliver instruction in multiple modalities, including on-campus, blended, synchronous and asynchronous online formats.
• Demonstrate proficiency using D2L, Microsoft 365, and Zoom in delivery of courses.
• Participate in the development and implementation of curriculum and instructional materials within the Psychology department.
• Participate in student assessment. Assessment of student learning outcomes at the course, department, Transfer Pathway in Psychology, and college general education levels.
• Actively engage in the college community through committee work and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Commitment to providing quality instruction and services to a diverse student population.
• Maintain collegial and cooperative work relationships with colleagues in the department, department support staff, and all college personnel.
• Schedule may include daytime, evenings, or Saturdays.

Salary Range: Full time faculty salaries currently range from $43,067- $94,542 annually. Salary schedule placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with the 2023 - 2025 Master Agreement between the Minnesota State Board of Trustees and the Minnesota State College Faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess or meet minimum qualifications for the Minnesota State colleges and universities credential field of Psychology #500014: Visit https://www.minnstate.edu/system/asa/academicaffairs/cfc/fields/500014.html for details.

Education Requirement
Master's degree with a major in psychology or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in psychology.

Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement (to be completed within first three years of employment)

Preferred Qualification

• Community College Experience – two or more years of teaching experience in a community or combined community and technical college
• Autonomous classroom teaching experience with General Psychology and Lifespan Development.
• Demonstrated teaching or background in any of the following areas: Behavioral Science Statistics, Psychological Disorders, and/or Social Psychology.
• Demonstrated teaching in multiple modalities, including fully online and blended models.
• Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff.
• Evidence of adapting classroom practice and pedagogy to meet the needs of students.
• Experience with the development of assessment strategies and practices across all levels: classroom, department, and college.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate through committee work and/or student activities.
• Demonstrated contributions to student growth and development through retention measures, student mentoring, and student activities.

Other Requirements
Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Varies

Application Procedure: APPLY TO THIS JOB POSTING ONLINE ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2026. PRIORITY REVIEW DEADLINE. The position will be open until filled.

Attach cover letter, cv /resume, and unofficial copies of all transcripts.

Application materials submitted by any other method cannot be considered. Applicants should be prepared to provide contact information of four (4) references, including two (2) managers, who can directly address qualifications for this position (prefer that at least one reference observed you while you were acting in a teaching capacity).

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT TO BE CONSIDERED.

Transcripts will need to be added under the resume/cv section of your application.

Applications without transcripts will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered further. Copies of unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the screening process; the successful candidate will need to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

About

Minneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The campus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staff collaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, and a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community. The College is 100 years strong and has a rich history and mission that is still relevant today. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the link Minneapolis College Public Safety or go to https://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety. Minneapolis College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator, and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) employer. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.