Job Description

Keuka College is currently seeking an instructor for Psychology for the semester for a face-to-face or a hybrid class environment. The instructor will be responsible to perform other duties such as office hours, course preparation, and student assessment. Keuka College welcomes faculty applicants who have a commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success. We strongly encourage applicants who can adapt teaching methods to a wide range of student backgrounds and interests. Keuka College accepts resumes for adjunct positions at all times. There may or may not be a hiring need at this time in your area of interest. We provide an excellent opportunity to teach and grow professionally in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. Quality teaching is a top priority of the College, and we thus seek enthusiastic, experienced teachers. Keuka College has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education. Instructors are needed at our main campus and branch locations to teach during the day and evening hours. Assigned courses may be at an undergraduate or graduate level. This is a pool position. The Division Chair will access the applicant pool when there is a hiring need and qualified applicants for this position could be called for an interview on an as-needed basis.

General Responsibilities:

• Instruct introductory-level courses in history to support the general education curriculum.
• Plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus, goals, and objectives.
• Design, administer, and grade essays, examinations, and applicable projects to accurately assess the achievement of course objectives as identified in the syllabus.
• Provide clear documentation of student progress through regular feedback, academic warnings, and midterm progress reports as necessary.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and actively engage students.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, and internal and external customers, representing Keuka College, its programs, policies, and procedures in a positive and professional manner.
• Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
• Attend provided/necessary training and other meetings to support effectiveness within the position as required.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision, and values and adhering to institutional policies.
• Maintain a high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
• Perform other functions as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree is required, a terminal degree preferred
• 3-5 years of teaching experience
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to be sensitive to and respond to the needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff, and the public.
• Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

About Keuka College:

Keuka College, founded in 1890, is a liberal arts-based, private, four-year college in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes. The College offers small classes augmented by its trademark Field Period® program – an annual, 140-hour experiential learning internship. Graduates leave with significant, real-world experience because of this immersion in experiential learning – long the cornerstone of a Keuka College education. The College’s 290-acre campus hosts just under 1,000 students, approximately 220 employees, and more than 5,000 summer conference guests. It is the largest private employer in Yates County, where its annual regional economic impact is more than $110 million. With a home campus on the shore of Keuka Lake, satellite classes throughout New York, and international programs in China and Vietnam, Keuka College carries on the original mission of its founder, the Rev. Dr. George Harvey Ball, to educate young students and adult learners “to bring strength to our nation and to help humanity.” The College is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Keuka College is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential.