Assoc. Professor - Psychology teaches courses in the discipline area of psychology. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Assoc. Professor - Psychology provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Assoc. Professor - Psychology typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and conducts research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF KANSAS
INSTRUCTOR
Direct Supervisor: Chief Academic Officer
Status: Full time (12 months), Exempt
Department: Academics
Job Location: McPherson, KS
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Chief Academic Officer, the instructor provides appropriate discipline
specific academic and administrative leadership to coursework; including Residential, Dual-Credit,
Online, and Professional modalities. Instructors at Central Christian College of Kansas are life-long
learners who also serve as content specialists with pedagogical skills appropriate for the collegiate
learning environment. Aligned with this role, instructors also are expected to serve as models and
mentors, ministering to students in alignment with our Wesleyan heritage, mission, and purpose.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s required (Doctorate preferred) in psychology, or related field.
Proven history of strong, decisive, and collaborative leadership working with faculty, students,
staff, administrators, and external stakeholders
Experience leading and supporting multiple teaching modalities
The ability to foster a culture of trust, transparency, and collegiality
Presence of high-level interpersonal skills for communication, consultation, and collaboration
Experience working with and mentoring and working across diverse groups of faculty, staff and
students
Can express salvation through Christ, affirm that the Bible is God’s Word and the standard for
faith and living, and align with the vision and mission of the College, its Wesleyan heritage, its
Statement of Faith, and its Core Values.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are not designed to be comprehensive. Some duties, responsibilities, and
standards may be added, subtracted, and modified as appropriate to the needs of the College.
TEACHING & ADVISING (70%):
Responsible for delivering, in a student receptive manner the knowledge, skills, and experiences
needed to successfully achieve course learning outcomes (12 hours teaching load/semester)
Create, post, and articulate course learning outcomes or objectives in order to ensure student
understanding of expectations
Create and post a course syllabus and a class schedule for each class
Create course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, labs, presentations, and other course
materials required to deliver course information in an understandable and interesting manner
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Create course rubrics in order to reliably assess student performance related to the learning
objectives and to identify areas for improvement
Assist students by being available through “office hours” and other times to answer questions
and assist students to better understand the material in one-on-one or group sessions
Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations and
submit grades and records by established deadlines
Assist advisees to develop educational and career goals, and to seek the information necessary
to achieve those goals
Assist advisees in the completion of graduation requirements in the most cost effective and
efficient manner
Meet regularly with advisees to review educational, graduation, and career progress
Provide academic mentorship and discipleship in relation to the mission of the College
ADMINISTRATIVE: (15%)
Assist the department and College to recruit, enroll, and retain students who are a good fit for
our culture, mission, and vision
Administer appropriate assessment protocol, recoding data and using data to inform
departmental and campus enhancements
Review, evaluate, and revise department policy, textbooks, course materials, delivery methods
and curriculum in conjunction with other department members in order to enhance student
academic and career success as environments change
Lead program efforts for student recruitment, marketing, and promotion of departmental
offerings (graduate and undergraduate)
Coordinate opportunities for alumni and friends to remain connected to the department
Coordinate the development of the departmental course schedule and program budget
recommendations
Attend appropriate committee meetings, departmental meetings, and other governance related
meetings, as required by the position
Attend all required college events such as commencement, faculty meetings, in-service
workshops, etc.
Perform other appropriate and reasonably required duties as assigned by your supervisor
SERVICE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (15%):
Embody and model a growing spiritual walk in alignment with the Christian faith and the basic
beliefs, tenants, and values of the institution.
Enhance expertise by reading, conducting research, attending seminars, webinars, workshops,
and classes for self-improvement and/or professional enhancement
Sustain active attendance at Chapel, Convocations, and other College related colloquia
Maintain membership and involvement in relevant professional organizations
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including licensure and/or accreditation
Be active in denominational, community and other field related organizations
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Cultivate personal and student involvement in church, civic, club, and other service
organizations and opportunities.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Central Christian College of Kansas recognizes the benefits of maintaining a diverse faculty and staff who
can provide a wide spectrum of perspectives and experiences representing the creativity of a loving and
innovative God. Central Christian College of Kansas reviews all applications and hires individuals based
on their qualifications for the position. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, or military or
veteran status. As a Christian college, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church of North America,
Central Christian College of Kansas asserts its right to employ persons who subscribe to the intent,
mission, Statement of Faith, and Core Values of the College, as well as the lifestyle expectations
articulated in the Free Methodist Book of Discipline (Para. 3000-3430; 2011).
AFFIRMATION
As attested by signature below, I affirm that I have read, understand, and agree to fulfill my duties in
accordance with the expectations set herein. I also recognize that this job description is not designed to
outline a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee
for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
JOB ACCEPTANCE
Please initial each page and sign below to acknowledge receipt and acceptance of this position.
Signature Date
By my signature I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and accept the offer and the terms and
conditions contained herein, and agree to be bound by these same terms and conditions.
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