B.S. Psychology (Adjunct)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Walden provides undergraduate instruction in two modalities; course based with 6-week terms and competency based using a subscription model. Faculty start teaching in the course-based modality before potentially adding the competency-based modality on an as needed basis. All modalities are asynchronous. Contributing Faculty manage their own time to fulfill their responsibilities. We value the experience you bring with you and want to make sure your voice is heard as policies and initiatives take shape and find implementation.

Provide Course instruction as assigned:
Engage in classrooms at least 4 days a week.
Facilitate and engage in discussion boards.
Assess student work and provide substantive feedback in a timely fashion.
Be available to students via video chat or phone as needed.
Occasional additional duties may include:
Course content development
Service on university and school committees, and school initiatives as needed.
Support administrative needs within the college.
Course maintenance as needed.
Establish an accessible and supportive virtual classroom environment.
Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors, sharing experiences and observations.
Training

All new faculty members receive specific training from Walden University in the techniques of online teaching: use of the Learning Management System (LMS), specifics of the policies, procedures, and degree programs in which they are going to teach; socialization int the Walden University culture; assessment of academic integrity of student work including use of www.TurnItIn.com and acceptable use of AI. A faculty peer mentor is appointed at the start of the first teaching assignment to provide mentorship and establish collegiality.

Qualifications
Qualified candidates will possess:

This post is for Contributing Faculty serving primarily the B.S. Psychology program within the College of Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Studies. Some interdisciplinary teaching will be involved as appropriate to a candidate's expertise and interest

Additional Information
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is as follows:

Graduate Course Instruction: $1,560 - $4,080 per Quarter or Semester, depending on type of course taught and length of course
Undergraduate Course Instruction: $700 - $2,200 per quarter, depending on type of course taught and length of course

Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Walden also offers other opportunities for its contributing faculty members, such as dissertation/doctoral study committee chair positions, research reviewing, and dissertation and doctoral study mentoring.

Demonstrated commitment to fostering empowerment and providing support for adult learners.
Experience with and dedication to serving a diverse population of adult learners who manage multiple responsibilities while pursuing education.
Experience working collaboratively with faculty and staff to effectively support a positive student experience.
Completion of appropriate advanced and/or doctoral degrees along with experience in the field and/or interdisciplinary fields within academia.
Experience with building and fostering communities in online environments. Online teaching experience is assumed.
Documented contribution to research, thought leadership, and/or scholarship is valued in applicants, as well as participation in community organizations, organizational leadership, and social change initiatives. However, we preference teaching experience over publication records.

Qualifications

Master's degree in the discipline being taught or a closely related field required.
Three or more years of postsecondary teaching experience preferred.
Experience teaching adult learners, particularly in a community college setting, strongly preferred.
Experience teaching in an online or distance-learning environment preferred.