"Theories of Personality, Department of Applied Sciences - Adjunct Faculty"

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Fort Bliss, TX, in the Psychology program. Specifically, the following course(s):

Theories of Personality (PSYC 335):

A study of major theories and perspectives on personality. The goal is to explain and evaluate major concepts in personality. Topics include trait, psychodynamic, behavioral, and humanistic theories. Methods of personality research and relevant findings are also introduced.

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Professional experience in Psychology or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• This position is specifically to teach at Fort Bliss, TX.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Terminal degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning

Materials needed for submission

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter highly preferred
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.

The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC

UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education.

Your role as an adjunct faculty member will be to:

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Faculty Training at UMGC

We are committed to your professional success at UMGC. Each new faculty member is required to successfully complete our online two-week new faculty orientation, FacDev 411, as a condition of hire.

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

For more information about the Psychology Program at UMGC, please visit: https://www.umgc.edu/academic-programs/course-information.cfm?course=PSYC